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The Newt in Somerset
A country estate with the most magnificent woodlands and gardens
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Advice For Low Maintenance Gardening
Let’s be honest, we’d all love a gorgeous garden that would blossom with just the wave of a weed-wand. But I can’t be the only one who finds that a few minutes pottering turns into hours of pruning, trimming and raking at times.
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Couple Forge New Friendships in Retirement
Leslie and Ann Harpin, 87 and 81 recently made the decision to move to McCarthy & Stone’s Isabella House Retirement Living development in Hertford. The couple are not only enjoying spending more time together, they also have a new group of friends who they refer to as their extended family.
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Tuning in To Singing in Later Life
A singing group comprised of retirees from McCarthy & Stone’s Chinnerys Court Retirement Living development in Braintree, is showing how singing lifts the spirits and can be good for your health.
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DIY Christmas Gifts you Still Have Time to Make
Show someone you really care with thoughtful, creative, handmade Christmas gifts that don’t cost the earth.
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Expert Advice: How to Tell if An Antique is Valuable
McCarthy Stone discuss how you can find and pick antiques with James Constantinou from Prestige Pawnbrokers and TV’s Posh Pawn.
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Expert Advice: Great Ways to Recycle at Home
Home recycling is incredibly important. To coincide with National Recycling Week, McCarthy & Stone spoke to First Mile to see how more people can recycle at home.
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How to Make your Holiday Travel More Comfortable
Here in Britain, we love a holiday, but the journeys involved – especially when heading abroad – can be challenging at times. So, we’ve put this guide together to explain how you can make your holiday travel more comfortable.
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Outdoor Activities to Do with Your Grandchildren
We love spending time outside, and what a great time of the year to get out and about with your grandchildren. Spend some quality time together, make memories which will last a lifetime and make the most of the great British sunshine!