Pastimes
We share tips, ideas and tools for making home and garden care easy and enjoyable
The Benefits of Gardening for Older People
Collaborative Post Gardening is a rewarding activity that offers real positives for older people, including supporting physical health and mental well-being through social connection. Whether it’s tending a small patio pot or maintaining a larger garden, spending time with plants can bring structure and enjoyment to daily life. We’ll explore why gardening is such a […]
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How to make travel more meaningful as you get older
Collaborative Post As we get older, travel often takes on new meaning. It becomes less about ticking destinations off a list and more about connection, reflection, and enjoyment at a comfortable pace. Meaningful travel is not about going further or doing more, but about choosing experiences that enrich, particularly when accessibility, comfort and wellbeing matter […]
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Which pensioners are missing out on lower broadband social tariffs?
Recent research by USwitch has found that those on low incomes struggling to afford their broadband bills in the UK could be entitled to savings of up to £257.88 a year with the help of social tariffs. While this research relates primarily to those on universal credit, some pensioners could also qualify. However, receiving a […]
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Pilgrimage – a different approach to going for a walk?
I was watching Simon Reeves, the television travel presenter, beginning his new series on pilgrimage this week. His first episode began and ended in the UK, and looked like an interesting project, but surely too much like hard work to add to the things to do in retirement list? Yet according to the British Pilgrimage […]
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Why Outdoor Hobbies Become More Meaningful as We Get Older
Collaborative Post As you start to get older, you will experience a change in your hobbies. The activities that once felt like they were a distraction will start to have a deeper meaning for you. This is especially true if they allow you to slow down and to reconnect with your inner self. Outdoor hobbies […]
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Rediscovering Joy: Why Taking Up New Hobbies is Great at Any Age
Collaborative Post As we get older, life can sometimes feel routine or lonely, especially for those who have more free time than ever before. Engaging in hobbies is a wonderful way to bring energy, purpose, and joy into everyday life. Picking up a new hobby is not just about passing the time; it can be […]
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Enjoy Your Garden All Year Round with these Top Tips
Collaborative Post Whether you love spending time pottering around in your garden, or prefer to sit and relax in the fresh air, having your own outside space is beneficial for both your health and well-being, especially during retirement. Unfortunately, few people are able to spend as much time in their garden as they would like, […]
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5 Benefits of a Walking Holiday
Collaborative Post That is it. The final few steps of the Camino de Santiago. All your weeks of hiking have led to this moment, and let’s be honest – you’re ecstatic. There is something remarkable about a walking holiday. The challenge, the achievement, and the connections you make along the way – you’ll be booking […]
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Celebrate Your Retirement in Style by Travelling to Portugal
Collaborative Post Retirement marks a wonderful new chapter where time truly becomes yours and the focus shifts to enjoyment, comfort and discovery rather than work and toil. Perhaps the most obvious way to celebrate this new exciting phase of your life is to throw a big retirement party, but we’d argue an incredible holiday as […]
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Reviving the Classics: Why Retro Puzzles Are Making a Comeback Among Seniors
Collaborative Post If you take into account the senior community, you’ll notice the significant comeback of vintage puzzles. Puzzles were once considered a staple of family get-togethers but now they have also gained popularity because of their emotional and mental benefits. We currently live in a world full of digital distractions and this is why […]
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