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Yours Magazine

Issue 485
Magazine

Yours is the UK’s best-selling fortnightly lifestyle magazine for women over 50. We offer targeted, trusted and useful advice, whether it’s to help readers look their best, to stay healthy and active, enjoy their free time or to manage their money better. We celebrate 50-plus women overcoming difficulties or achieving amazing things. We like to look back with our readers and listen to their views too.

Welcome…

Eyes only for Will • Our round-up of the funny, fascinating and unusual stories this fortnight

Sea of SCENTED RIPPLES • The best of the season to inspire and admire

‘My memories are there… they skip away from me like £5 notes on a gusty day…’ • In a new moving memoir, brave Fiona Phillips reveals what it's really like living with Alzheimer's

‘Look at the life I've had!’ • Things didn't quite work out the way Carol Kirkwood expected, but she's not complaining…

‘Strictly leaves me exhausted’ • Former Come Dancing host Michael Aspel, 92, shares his TV thoughts and reveals his secret ambition

‘My son isn't interested in my fame!’ • Michelin-star chef Tom Kerridge, 51, talks fatherhood, fitness and being in the public eye – and reveals how his career almost went in a very different direction…

On the loose • From pampered pets to birds, bugs and wild beasties we celebrate all creatures great and small…

Pets of the fortnight

NATURE NEWS

‘Branded a criminal by the Post Office – I'll keep on fighting’ • Former sub-postmistress, Jo Hamilton, 68, took on the might of the Post Office to overturn one of the greatest miscarriages of justice

‘I hired a Dream Boy! • Caroline Bowstead was looking for a different way to entertain the residents in the care home she managed. And Max Hunter certainly didn't disappoint…

Blue & white • Give your coastal wardrobe a fresh spin with this Grecian inspired colour combination

Don't SUFFER in the HEAT • How to tackle some of the season's most common skin conditions

Make a SPLASH • Find your perfect fit with these supportive swimsuits

Grow and glow • How a potter in the garden could do wonders for your health

Overcome INSOMNIA • Try these simple expert tips using cognitive behavioural therapy

Banish SUMMER BLUES • Seasonal Affective Disorder isn't just a winter thing – here's how to deal with low mood in the sunshine months

20-minute marvels • These no-fuss dinners will be on the table in next to no time!

Posh FEAST • Off on a day out? Pack these delicious alternatives to the usual sandwiches

Greek style • Evoke island living with breezy blues and natural textures

SHOW & TELL • This summer's designer gardens are bursting with inspiration, with plenty of tricks and trends to shout about and steal for our own plots!

Made up for make-up! • This charming little bag would make the perfect gift for any pug lover

Brew your OWN BEER • No need to buy bottles from the supermarket… get creative with your tipple

SAVING WITH Premium Bonds • We explain this low-risk investment option where you get the chance to win cash

Money MATTERS • Helping you spend wisely and save more, with money expert Faith Archer

Chilled to PERFECTION • Upgrade your hosting skills with a home ice maker

OUR PICK OF THE BEST!

Sweet dreams • A comfortable pillow is the key to getting a good night's sleep. We tested some of the most popular ones

CAPTIVATING CAPE VERDE • Relax in the sunshine on the paradise island of Boa Vista

‘We are still a family’ • Sixty years ago the cast of The Sound of Music captured our hearts and became part of cinematic history. We find out how life has treated...

Formats

  • OverDrive Magazine

Languages

  • English