The Yorkshire spa hotel reconnecting guests with nature: “It felt like hibernation”

Middlethorpe invites guests to find serenity in the gentle cycles of nature and embrace the slower pace of a distant time.

The midlife career crisis: thinking of quitting your job? Read this first

We might think that levels of career dissatisfaction would be greatest as we edge towards retirement – but research suggests otherwise.

Win a tranquil escape in Snowdonia worth over £800!

Ever dreamt of staying at a serene National Trust estate?

The Coniston Hotel & Spa: ‘Soak up views of the Yorkshire dales from an infinity pool’

Our Head of Digital, Amy Moore, shares a review of her stay at The Coniston Hotel & Spa in Skipton, North Yorkshire.

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Are our genetics to blame for our weight?

With 63% of Brits now carrying too much weight, Senior Health & Beauty Writer, Ellie Smith, asks Dr Giles Yeo whether we’re simply eating too much, or whether our genetics carry weight too. Read on to discover the fascinating connection between genetics and weight, the science behind weight-loss woes, and Dr Yeo’s top tips for […]
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Vitamin D: Everything you need to know

Discover the bone-strengthening benefits of vitamin D, how to naturally boost your levels and the pros and cons of supplements. Vitamin D is essential for strong, healthy bones but our best source — the sun’s UV rays — are also a major cause of skin cancer. We explore the benefits of this vital vitamin, whether it’s safe to […]
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Anguilla – one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secrets

Anguilla is one of the Caribbean’s best- kept secrets, and all the better for it! In search of guaranteed sunshine, warm seas, rest and relaxation (and some serious luxury), Polly Beard headed to the picture-perfect Caribbean island of Anguilla. While tourism has been slowly on the increase in Anguilla, there are still no cruise ships, […]