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Scotland’s West Coast wonders • From mountain passes to Monty Python, golden eagles to rugged rock formations, Clive Nicholls’ 14-hour round-trip to the West Coast of Scotland was worth every minute
Red squirrels rediscovered • With the help of an expert RSPB guide, Clive Nicholls goes in search of red squirrels in the Lake District
“Home is the centre of my world” • Once described as ‘the nation’s gardener’ the broadcaster and author has discovered, through sometimes difficult personal experience, the redemptive power of the natural world.
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Memories are made of this: Playtime in Polynesia • Happy children find a fun use for a cruise ship’s mooring ropes. By Clive Nicholls
Snowdon at summit of top ten UK walks
Canada’s open – what to see • In the conclusion of his two-part guide to visiting Canada as Covid restrictions are relaxed, Norman Wright heads into the breathtaking high mountains
Face values • How can we take care of our skin?, asks David Hughes
New evidence on statins side-effects
Yoga class • Gail Willis continues her series of simple hatha yoga moves
Give your makeup a makeover • In the second part of her feature on refreshing your makeup, Sue Moxley suggests way to change your look around the eyes
YOUR MONEY and your rights • Your guide to the best financial advice
Our biggest financial fears • Research suggests a surge in the number of people worried about their financial futures. Teri Harman looks at the top six concerns and what you can do to tackle them
Mobility adjustments in your home • Experts at www.money.co.uk explain the financial options and help available if you want to make your home safer and more accessible
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED • The Choice panel of experts answers your queries on tax, pensions, benefits, investment and the law
CHOICE SAVERS’ SELECTION
Could be a Homesitter? • There’s a growing demand for active retired people who can take care of someone else’s home and pets, and enjoy a free holiday into the bargain
“We can’t help but fall in love with the pets”
Do you remember? I’ m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue • Simon Evans looks at the origins of this long-running radio show and its unique place in comedy history
FOOTBALL’S GOLDEN DECADES • In his new book on a golden age of English football, Barry McLoughlin recalls four famous Wembley finals and describes how the beautiful game has been transformed
Football full-houses
The first £100-a-week player
Hanratty: was justice done? • Sixty years ago this month, James Hanratty was hanged for the notorious A6 murder... but could he have been innocent? Norman Wright examines the evidence
CRAFT CORNER Bunny rosette bag • Two Easter-themed bags make up our Craft and Sewing columns this month. First, Karen Foy creates a cute bunny rosette bag, while over the page we show you how to sew a carrot-shaped gift bag
Get Sewing Easter carrot gift bag
Eat well to age well • Easy to prepare, balanced dishes for two that are both healthy and delicious feature in...