Yours 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…

Stars call for end to loneliness • Our round-up of the funny, fascinating and unusual stories this fortnight

A winter veil • Shrouded in a thin layer of icy mist, the Lake District is magical at this time of year

Kate's cherished CHRISTMAS • After a gruelling year, the Princess of Wales will be throwing herself into some very special celebrations over the festive season

‘I'm so happy to have found love again!’ • Busy in panto, Maureen Lipman has no plans to cook Christmas dinner on her only day off this festive season

‘I thrive on things going awry’ • Comedian and author Julian Clary, 65, tells us why he'll always cherish making a career out of messing around

‘Singing carols in a beautiful church is lovely’ • From festive PJs to raw turkeys, TV presenter Gabby Logan, 51, opens up about festive celebrations in her household

Commuting koala • From pampered pets to birds, bugs and wild beasties we celebrate all creatures great and small…

Pets of the fortnight

NATURE NEWS

‘My fundraising helped keep my husband alive’ • When her soulmate's cancer spread, Michelle Shore, 52, knew what she had to do…

‘My special gift to Dad’ • When her father entered the later stages of dementia, Sharon Daltrey, 64, found a festive way to connect with him

Take ONE dress • make this shimmering high-street buy work for any festive occasion

PAINT THE TOWN RED • The Yours team put make-up bag essential, red lipstick, through its paces

FANCY FLATS • Jazz up your party outfit with these stylish shoes

How to manage hearing loss • The festive season can be challenging for those who struggle to hear. Whether that's you or a loved one, here's how to cope…

60-second stress busters • Beat the festive strain and feel calmer in less than a minute

Eat to improve arthritis • Arthritis affects 10 million people in the UK. Anti-inflammatory foods can help to alleviate the symptoms

Seasonal coffee creations • Celebrate in style with these delicious coffee-inspired Christmas

Delightful indulgences • Use up your Christmas chocolate stash in these no-bake sweet treats – it's a win-win!

Festive crafts • Paint, stick, print, sew and bake your best Christmas

Tree-mendous mistletoe! • Create a festive feel to any room with this stylish wreath

HERE'S WHAT YOU'VE BEEN MAKING…

20 LAST-MINUTE GIFTS FROM £4 • From festive fizz to chocolate penguins, we've got you covered!

Dreaming of a GREEN CHRISTMAS! • Make your celebrations eco-friendly and sustainable, with a little clever planning

Easy cleaning • Say goodbye to tangled cables by using a cordless vacuum cleaner

Turn it up! • Enjoy music out and about with a portable speaker…

Thrifty gifts to treasure • Don't want the Christmas festivities to break the bank? Try these purse-friendly presents which should delight family and friends

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

Discover River cruising • Experience true relaxation, sailing along the Rhine on a stylish family-friendly, vessel

Child's play • Gathering around a board game was an essential part of Christmas entertainment, as were the...