Pastimes
We share tips, ideas and tools for making home and garden care easy and enjoyable
Reducing the cost of broadband
Collaborative Post When it comes to keeping bills low, it helps to keep broadband affordable. In this guide we’ll look at why tariffs get high and how to find better, cheaper options. Broadband is a vital service utility that has a monthly contract that needs to be managed and budgeted for. As another household expense, […]
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Safety Tips and a Checklist when Taking Your Parents on Beautiful Scenic Drives
Collaborative Post Taking your parents on a scenic drive can be a great way to spend time together and enjoy the scenery. However, there are a few safety tips you should keep in mind to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable trip. Here is a checklist of things to do before you hit the […]
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Going Off-Grid: How to Plan a Unique Trip and Avoid the Tourist Traps
Collaborative Post Travelling the world is a dream for many, and most of us have taken a holiday at some point or another. In fact, travelling has become so popular that the global travel and tourism market is worth billions, and as many as 12% of UK holidaymakers have booked a package holiday deal in […]
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London Family Trip with Your Older Family and Friends
Collaborative Post A London family trip can be great fun for kids of all ages, and it’s even better when you can include your older family members. There are several places to visit, including the Tower of London, ArcelorMittal Orbit, and Madame Tussauds. For an alternative trip, you can visit Hamleys Toy Shop, which features […]
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Protecting wildlife in the garden over winter
Once upon a time the most common animals you’d find scurrying about in the garden on autumn nights would be hedgehogs, foxes or even a badger. However, today hedgehogs, other mammals and many birds are on the decline, and the more we can do to help them survive through the winter, the better. With this […]
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6 Tips for Pursuing Photography as a Hobby in Retirement
Retirement can be a time of great change. For many people, it can be a time when they suddenly have a lot more free time on their hands. There are so many things we say we’d love to learn if only we had time. If you’ve ever felt that way about learning photography, you’re in […]
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3 Tips for Setting Up Your Crafting Side Hustle
Collaborative Post Turning your hobby into a side hustle is a great way to bring in a little extra money each month. If you’re retired, you might find that you have more time on your hands than you know what to do with. Therefore not only will crafting give you a hobby, but when you […]
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5 Incredible Sculpture Parks in the UK
Collaborative Post There is a wide selection of sculpture parks to explore in the UK, particularly during the Autumn months when the weather is milder. If you’re a lover of art and culture, then we have you covered; here are some of our favourites, perfect for your next outdoor escape with friends and family. Yorkshire […]
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The 3 Best Ski Resorts for Beginners in Austria
Collaborative Post Skiing is probably one of the most well-known winter sports during the decades and for a good reason. You might wonder what makes skiing so special since people have to spend their time outside in the cold snow for many hours. The real truth about skiing is that it’s not only a fun […]
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Top 4 Places to Daytrip with Your Elderly Relative
Collaborative Post Taking your elderly loved one on a daytrip out can be a great source of joy to them and will provide you with happy memories for the years to come. Whether your granny favours an ice cream at the beach, or your grandad wants a quiet stroll around a garden, we’ve compiled four […]
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