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Hobbies & interests

Find inspiration for retirement hobbies with our articles on pastimes, travel, technology and history. Read stories from our amazing homeowners too.

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Retirement hobbies for men: Nigel rides his trike in the Kendal countryside near his McCarthy & Stone retirement home
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Nigel enjoys an active retirement in Cumbria on his recumbent tricycle

Nigel’s active retirement hobby is ever more important to his physical and mental health as he enjoys his 90th year from his McCarthy & Stone home in Kendal.

 Seniors and technology: older person on a tablet chatting to family
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5 technologies for seniors to keep in touch

Technology makes it easier to connect with others from the comfort of your home. Discover the best technology for seniors to keep in touch with loved ones.

 Homeowners from Herriot Gardens, a coastal Retirement Living community for the over 60s in Sunderland, invited locals to join them to share their love of gardening.
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Sunderland retirees bond over gardening

Local Sunderland retirees joined homeowners at McCarthy & Stone’s retirement community, Herriot Gardens, for a gardening demonstration.

An array of potted plants and flowers create a beautiful balcony garden for retirement
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6 balcony garden tips from the experts

The best balcony gardens are small but beautifully formed. Learn how to create a wonderful outdoor oasis with our expert balcony gardening ideas.

 a person smiling next to a laptop
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Mosaic making is a rewarding retirement hobby for Jenny

Getting back into crafting from her McCarthy & Stone retirement apartment in Weston-super-Mare has boosted Jenny’s quality of life.

 McCarthy & Stone homeowners play scrabble at their retirement living community
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Indoor activities for seniors

Looking for ideas for crafts or games on a rainy day? Read our ultimate guide to 16 activities for older people to do at home whatever the weather.

 Man and woman linking arms, walking through green space and trees, near retirement apartments at a McCarthy & Stone development
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10 best places to retire for nature lovers

Parks, wildlife, National Trust sites...We reveal the best places to retire for nature lovers in the UK and the rural retirement communities nearby.

 McCarthy & Stone retirement apartment homeowners Jean and Richard met while doing their retirement hobby, bowling
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Retirement hobby leads to love in Somerset

Competitive bowlers Jean and Richard were bowled over by each other after pursuing their passion for their hobby in later life. Read their story.

 a man sitting on a couch and reading a book
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Book swap for Norfolk retirement community

A Retirement Living development in Norfolk is offering free books to swap to encourage reading in the local community in Harleston.