8 easy changes for a longer, healthier life

It's no secret we're all living longer, but what can we do to make those extra years as healthy as possible?

INNS of interest!

Looking for an unusual tipple? Try these genuinely quirky British locals

'I worry less now I'm in my 50s!"

Actor Nicola Walker on her career, new challenges and learning to let go

Enchanted EVENINGS

Choose the perfect plants to make the most of summer nights in your garden

Scrappy STOPPER

Stitch this simple doorstop with leftover fabric from your stash

Double DUTCH

The small Netherlands cities of Leiden and Haarlem are the perfect duo for a long weekend break

Nature versus NATURE

Bugs blighting your garden? Keep pests under control the eco-friendly way

Learning to love OUR BODIES

Three women share how they came to embrace the skin they're in

'In my head, I feel like I'm between 28 and 32'

IT'S A FUNNY OLD WORLD | THIS WEEK'S COLUMNIST Emmerdale actor Susan Cookson

Give your bones A BOOST

Follow these expert-backed but simple ways to keep your skeleton strong

History coming to life

Discover the past this summer with our pick of the best open-air museums

'I treasure the moments with my grandson'

Actor Alison Steadman on ageing, Gavin & Stacey and reuniting with her on-screen husband Larry Lamb

Good to SHARE

Fabulous fashion, a star-studded comedy and the cost of cooling your car

Kids crafts

Keep little ones entertained over the holidays with these easy projects you can do together

GARDEN notes

Maximise your floral displays

Wizard WELSH weekend

Make for Pembrokeshire's coastline at St Davids for sublime scenery and fascinating history in equal measure

Day BY DAY

When new mum Jo found herself struggling, she knew the best person to ask for advice

Easy garden UPDATES

Give your outdoor space a summer refresh with these quick and affordable ideas

A summer WEDDING

It seemed everyone had found their happy ever after - except Hannah

Shrinking VIOLET

She was mortified that everyone knew what had happened at the weekend

Pet care on a BUDGET

Vet Dr Marc Abraham OBE* has tips to reduce bills without affecting your animal's wellbeing

EASY OUTDOOR entertaining

Feed family and friends with our tasty barbecue menu

Little WHIZZ!

Meet one of the UK's youngest, and cutest, electric wheelchair users

How to...be beach confident

Have fun in the sun without worrying about how you look with our body-boosting advice

'Stained glass: how hard can it be?'

IT'S A FUNNY OLD WORLD

WAYS TO STAY WELL on holiday

Don't let a dicky tummy or infections spoil your trip. Here's how to be safe and healthy, and enjoy your break to the max

It's so healthy to share our emotions

TV presenter Davina McCall on managing both her mental and physical health

Free as A BIRD

Evelyn's dreams had never taken flight. Surely it was too late now?

Holiday HAVENS

Bring the magic of sunnier climes to your garden

Recharge in the ALGARVE

Restore body and soul with a break at Vale do Lobo resort in Portugal