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!

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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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Gut Health

5 ways to boost your microbial metabolism

How much attention do you pay to your microbial health? It’s an area of research that’s getting increasing attention. It’s been found that having more beneficial bacteria in your gut (your gut microbiome) can have all sorts of health benefits, including keep you slim, improving mental health and staving off disease. Leading British gut expert, […]
Easter

Set the scene: Easter table decorations

Create beautiful table decorations using pretty pastels, seasonal blooms and egg-inspired touches to delight guests at a springtime get-together. Terrarium centrepiece Make a hole in one end of a fresh duck egg (use the egg itself to make an omelette, if you like), then swill out the empty shell. Remove a mini orchid from its […]
Helping others

Life After Diagnosis with Deborah James AKA @Bowelbabe

Since being diagnosed aged 35 with stage 4 bowel cancer in December 2016, Deborah James has gone from deputy head to bestselling author, broadcaster and campaigner for Bowel Cancer UK and Cancer Research UK. She talks about stats, symptoms to look out for, and how to support yourself or a loved one through cancer. How […]