A Year With Friends

Catherine Barr made a resolution to walk with a different friend each month of the year. The 12 walks were a joy, so she’s doing it all again

'I'm Proud Of The Lines On My Face, I've Earned Them!'

Actress Jenny Agutter talks to Selina Maycock about Botox, her love of rap music and when she almost fainted in front of a patient

'Tis The Season To Be Tidy

The guests are due – but does it really matter if the house is in its usual state of chaos, wonders bestselling novelist Katie Fforde

'I Bought Myself A Wedding Ring!'

Great British Bake Off judge Prue Leith, 79, shares her passions and memories. She lives with her husband John Playfair, in the Cotswolds country home she’s had for 40 years

THE BIG DAY!

Our showstopping festive feast shows just how versatile vegan and veggie cooking can be...

Party FOOD

Inspiring ways to feed a crowd. You’re welcome…

Festive BAKES

Delicious sweet treats – and those with special dietary requirements have no need to miss out…

CURRIES

So much better than a takeaway

What If… God Was A Woman?

Author and comedian Kathy Lette pens a letter to Father Christmas and comes up with a pretty good idea...

Party SOS

Beauty editor Fiona McKim reveals how to go from feeling flat to looking fabulous – fast!

Tans! Sequins! Glamour!- Strictly's Back

Whether you love the sizzling on-screen chemistry, the overdose of glitter or the off-screen romances, every year Strictly never fails to deliver. So what’s in store for this year’s stars? Hayley Minn reveals all

Mistletoe Moments

There’s something about the festive season that brings out the romantic in all of us. We meet three couples who fell in love at Christmas

Christmas With The Stars

We speak to some of our favourite famous faces to find out their festive traditions and how they’ll be celebrating this year

Our Pets Are Heroes

These inspiring animals bring happiness into the lives of people needing help – and their owners couldn’t be more proud of them

Think You're Too Smart To Be Swindled?

Fraudsters are coming up with ways to part even the savviest of us from our money. Finance writer Frances Quinn reports on what to be aware of

The Joy Of Low-Maintenance Friends

Simply by sharing a smile and a friendly chat with casual acquaintances, you can add a whole new dimension to your wellbeing

Escape To The Country

Emma and George Crawford swapped hectic London living for this colourful, eclectic Surrey cottage that simply oozes character and charm

My Last Days With Mum

After a lifetime of love, it was a privilege for Fiona Gibson to be right by her mother’s side as the end drew near

Be More Baby!

As a teenager, actor Katy Brand was swept away by the thrill of Baby’s story in Dirty Dancing – and she’s still living her life by the movie’s key lessons

At Last, I'd Touched A Real Part Of Judy Garland's Life

As a lifelong devotee, novelist Susie Boyt was thrilled to own something personal to the legendary star, which she still treasures to this day

An Affair Tore My Life Apart

Cheating causes havoc for everyone involved, as wife Harriet explains here. But a mistress’s story can be shocking too – Anna’s account may just surprise you

6 Ways To Improve Your Hair

All the tricks you need to keep your hair looking fabulous, whatever the occasion

'I Put Myself Through Drama School By Working As A Clown'

Cold Feet actress Fay Ripley, 53, shares her passions and memories. She lives in London with her husband, Daniel Lapaine, and their two children

‘Why It's Brilliant Being 53'

In the first of our guest columns, Miranda McMinn offers some reasons to be cheerful – from camaraderie to cagoules

‘I'm Not A Sex Symbol!'

Dame Helen Mirren talks to Jack White about her latest royal role and why she thinks online dating is a good idea

‘My Secret To Looking Young? I'm A Fashion Victim!'

Singer Lulu, 70, who lives in London, shares her earliest musical memories and how her grandchildren are taking after her

When Every Moment Counts

Can you imagine how you would react if you were told you had incurable cancer? Chrissie, Sarah and Petrina discovered just that – and here they share what it has taught them about life

Wonderful Walks

To celebrate the 70th anniversary of National Parks, here are six of the finest UK walks to enjoy

We Make Our Living Upcycling

Meet the professional fixer-uppers who make money from stuff no one else wants

The Rag-And-Bone Man Drove Us For A Fiver!

For Julia Donaldson, author of bestselling children’s book The Gruffalo, a horse and cart was the perfect transport for her wedding day