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…

‘This is my life now’ • Our round-up of the funny, fascinating and unusual stories this fortnight

INDEPENDENCE DAY

’You can’t have everything’ • Stage icon Elaine Paige, 78, tells us about meeting the King and why her West End days are behind her

‘Travelling has changed my perspective on the world’ • Sir Michael Palin tells Yours about the impact his documentaries have had on him - and why he doesn’t want to go to the moon

‘I want to make a difference’ • Chris Packham, 65, reflects on resilience and the importance of speaking out

‘My bear is named after my husband’ • Lesley Nicol, 72, on finding love at 50, and joining forces with other stars to save some of the world’s most vulnerable bears

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

Pets of the fortnight

NATURE NEWS

‘We bought a woodland’ • After a life-changing lottery win, Marilyn Newton and her husband Ted chose to invest in something special

What’s driving the rise of prepping? • Stockpiling took off in the Forties, spurred on by rationing and the Dig for Victory campaign, but it’s increasing in popularity once more. Yours asks one woman why…

‘It’s me or the animals’ • When Barby Keel took in hundreds of rescues, it led to the end of her marriage

Sunshine DRESSES • Embrace the heat in these fabulous frocks

Pack like a pro • Planning a holiday? These simple beauty swaps will help your journey run smoothly

Beach bags • Elevate your seaside looks with some fun arm candy

What’s your skin telling you? • The surprising ways your skin could reveal clues about your overall wellbeing - and the signs you should never ignore

Protect your brain • These simple tests can support your cognitive function and improve your overall health too

Avoid the queue • Try these options when you need to see your GP but can’t get an appointment

Tasty chicken • Give this powerful protein a purse-friendly makeover

Elegant treats • Enjoy these delights from the birthplace of afternoon tea – The Langham, London

Seaside CHIC • Sun-washed hues and breezy textures capture the calm of coastal living

Summer IS IN THE AIR • Jane Scott’s fabulous floral arranging has a whiff of midsummer magic about it

Fun with colour • This bold, bright look gives a great summer vibe

Feng shui your home • Discover how to harness this ancient Chinese energy system and attract health, wealth and long-lasting harmony

Earn cash by having a lodger • Turn your spare room into a money spinner by letting it out

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

Get up close • Enjoy the detail wherever you are with a pair of binoculars

Print it out • From family photos to paperwork, enjoy hassle-free home printing

Spain’s hidden gems • From peaceful villages to secluded beaches, escape the crowds and discover somewhere quieter

Happy birthday POOH! • Everyone’s favourite ‘bear of very little brain’ is celebrating a major milestone this year

HAPPILY ever after… • Some TV characters live on long after their shows have ended. Which of these would get your vote as the ultimate sitcom...