Retirement is the chance to let your hair down and make plans that are all about you – as well as practical decisions such as financial planning and moving to somewhere that is suited for retirement living like these park homes Gloucestershire parkhomelife.com/our-parks/orchard-park-homes-gloucester-gloucestershire retirement is also a time to plan in all of the fun things that you have the freedom to be able to do now – and the top of the list for many people is planning their dream holiday! Whatever it is that you want to do…
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Simply The Best
Simply The Best, a hit single and compilation album of the same name, recorded by the famous Female music artist Tina Turner on the 22nd of October 1991. Including other hit singles, such as, “Nutbush City Limits”, “Way of the World”, “Love Thing” and “I want you near me” that were off the multi-platinum selling album. Being “Simply the Best” was something that Tina Turner achieved easily and her confidence on stage, as well as her outlandish dresses and costumes, her feisty demeanour, her bravado and her sheer stage presence…
Organising your Move When you Downsize your Home
When you reach retirement, there are a lot of things that you might want to change to suit your new lifestyle. For many people, something that they want to do is move house. As the priorities change when you retire, so does your home, and a house that was suitable for you may not be the best choice for retirement. You might want to think about moving to be closer to family, as well as preparing for the future and having a home that is easier to manage as you…
Walkways in the Forest of Dean, encompassing some spectacular scenery and The Sculpture Trail.
The stunningly beautiful Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire has some incredibly scenic trails around some magnificent lakes. Mallards Pike Lake has the option of a short circular walk of 6.4km or the longer 11.4km that includes part of the Forest of Dean itself. Both full of majestic scenery, the crystal-clear waters of the lakes and plenty of wildlife to keep even the most discerning visitor entertained. The breath-taking beauty of the Cannop Ponds and its 6.1km trail can also be enjoyed by walking the entire 16.4km of the longer trail…
Great Retirement Gift Ideas For Women
Whether you are celebrating a colleague’s retirement or you are looking for a fun retirement gift for your wife or mum, there are many great retirement gift ideas that you can buy. When looking for retirement gifts, make sure to pick a well-known brand, choose a gift that is tailored to your recipient’s interests, and think about her age and interests. If you are looking for a retirement gift that is practical, consider buying a classy travel belt as retirees often love to travel. This type of belt is easy…
What to Wear to Get the Best out of the Outdoors in the Winter
Spending time out of doors during the winter may not be appealing, but it is important to spend time outside in nature all year around. Being indoors too much, especially during the winter months can lead to fatigue and depression, not to mention something that can have a detrimental impact on the skin and on the circulation. Getting out for a walk in the winter and getting the heart pumping does a lot of good for the body as well as the mind. Of course making sure that you are…
Do you want to be part of a fellowship of more than 190,000 women, then join your local W.I.
The Women’s Institute has a fellowship of more than 190,000 women and is a wonderful place to forge new friendships, learn new and practical skills as well as making a real difference in your local community. Feeling like a unique sisterhood of friends, supporting each other, teaching others and helping your local residents. Addressing important issues such as equal pay, mental health and climate change the Women’s Institute has been campaigning for over 100 years and made a vast difference in the lives of all women. Throughout the Covid pandemic…
Key dates for the Jewish faith
Being one of the oldest faiths in the world, there are plenty of dates in the Jewish calendar that have to be observed. As with most other religions, they have the big three celebrations around the seasons. Here are some of the most critical dates in the Jewish calendar and when they are celebrated. Rosh Hashanah. This is usually around the end of September and the start of October, depending on the calendar. Generally, it’s the same time as the start of Autumn. It signifies the start of the Jewish…
Shopping in Cheltenham and the choice of small, individual, and larger well-known retailers.
The regency town of Cheltenham has an extensive array of small, individual, and larger, well-known retailers to choose from when shopping there. From one of the biggest stores, The House of Fraser (Cavendish House) on the prom to the independent, menswear specialist “James of Montpellier” there is an outlet to suit even the most discerning of shoppers. The range of unique, fashion retailers is extensive and if you like to wear clothes that are individual, stylish, and beautifully made then Cheltenham town is the place to shop. If you like…
Preparing for your Dream Retirement
Retirement is the time to finally put yourself first – with the family grown up and not having to go to work anymore, it is a time when you can finally please yourself – whether you want to move to somewhere like these Gloucestershire park homes www.parkhomelife.com/our-parks/orchard-park-homes-gloucester-gloucestershire where you can enjoy spending time with like-minded retirees in a community setting, or whether you want to embark on an adventure, spend time travelling and exploring the UK and further afield all around the world. This is the time to do what…