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Cosy treats we have our eye on this week WELCOME! Who doesn’t want more energy – or rather, who doesn’t need more energy?! Whether you’re working hard or lounging on the sofa during the Twixmas days, we could all probably do with a boost. On p22...

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Places to stay at Christmas

For many of us, Christmas is something we look forward to all year, anticipating the merriment, the presents, the parties and… the washing up. Yes, that’s an inevitable part of entertaining family and friends, so wouldn’t it be nice if you didn’t have...

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Christmas is in the air! I’ve been poring over our Taste Test on p54 where our brilliant food team has tested hundreds of products for the big day and beyond. Plus, on p16, if you’re stuck for outfit ideas you’ve come to the right place! This issue is...

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A calmer you in 60 seconds? In a season of festive frazzleness (is that a word?!), it sounds like a pretty good promise to me. Turn to p22 to find out more, but these simple techniques can help you de-stress, fast! It’s so important to look after your...

WIN LUXURY BEAUTY SETS

Ten lucky readers will win some fabulous beauty treats from realbeautybargains.com – and each set is worth over £150! Every winner will receive: ✣ Mauli Supreme Skin Exfoliant & Mask (£48) Contains organic Ayurvedic botanicals blended with mineral-rich...

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Christmas songs, decs, and party invites… the season is nearly upon us, and this issue is packed with everything you need for stress-free festive planning, food and fun. We have loved, loved, loved making it – at 100 pages, it’s the biggest of the...

‘HANGING BY A THREAD’

✱ Factions and silent feuds ✱ Why bosses are worried it’s ‘too toxic for telly’

Unique and relaxing UK breaks

As the weather gets colder and the darker nights set in, it’s time to embrace roaring fires and fluffy slippers. And where better to do just that than immersed in the UK’S beautiful countryside, watching the sun set with a hot chocolate or a warming...

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A luxe break on the Lizard Peninsula

WHY GO? Known for its rugged cliffs, unique geology and rich biodiversity, the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall is famous for being home to the southernmost point of mainland Britain. A short break here rewards the intrepid traveller with more than just...

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Foodie holidays home and abroad

If you’re a fan of The Great British Bake Off, and have always wanted to give baking a go yourself, head to Nottinghamshire and the School of Artisan Food. You can do a variety of short, half-day courses to help you channel your inner Mary Berry....

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It sounds such an obvious thing to say but memories are so important, and songs, clothes, even smells, can take you right back to a moment in time. Sometimes they don’t even seem like significant moments, but they are the ones our brains have decided...

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Every week I read the food pages and can practically hear my stomach rumbling – everything always looks so delicious and I love the extra-special days in the office when we get to taste the treats the team has cooked up! On p36 we’ve got the recipes...

Discover the wonders of Malta

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Falling in love with a band feels like a rite of passage for tweens and teens. It certainly was for writer Sandie Jones, who, on p38, shares how her obsession with Duran Duran helped determine her future career. I love her story of mad dashes around...

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At the moment there’s a real focus on embracing the skin you’re in, and I think it’s brilliant – and such an important message. Every line, every stretch mark, it all makes us who we are and ageing really is something to celebrate. That’s something I...

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I love getting lost in a good film or TV series, and it helps when the scenery is stunning. I find myself daydreaming about visiting all the places featured – and it turns out that there’s a name for this. ‘Set-jetting’ is becoming more popular and on...

Peaceful coastal getaways in the UK

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It’s festival season and, even if they aren’t up your street, you’ll want to turn to p38. I have read and reread reader (that’s a tongue-twister!) Heidi Reid’s story about her life in festivals and I can’t get through it without welling up. The last...

Wishlist: The fashion, beauty and home buys we are loving this week

WILD THING Try styling this as a wall hanging. Leopard throw, £22, George Home FANCY FRINGE Never misplace your phone again. Bag, £24, Next Chunky pistachio layered with gooey caramel. The Big Daddy, £7.50, M&S Add some texture to your wardrobe...

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Swimwear alert! On p16 we have bikinis and onepieces for everybody and they’ve really got me in the holiday mood. I can’t stop daydreaming about being on a beach – Aperol spritz in hand and trying to avoid tan lines. It’s a shame holidays don’t come...

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COUNTDOWN TO SUMMER

Tum TONERS! A-list ARMS! Fashion for EVERYBODY

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I think the one thing you can never really have too much of is happiness – sounds a bit naff, I know (and I certainly wouldn’t say no to billions of pounds either), but happiness (and health, of course) really is the key to a good life. With that in...

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Dinner ideas can be hard to come by and often time is a big factor, so it’s easy to fall back on the same rotation of meals. On p32, find all you need to rustle up dinner in a dash – with recipes that promise to become new family favourites. Just look...

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Sandal season is upon us – finally! The sunshine just puts everyone in a better mood, don’t you think? We seem to have more energy thanks to the extra daylight, people are smiling in the street, basically we all have a spring in our step. It certainly...

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I don’t know about you, but I find it so tricky to think of different meals to have every week – cooking not being my forte doesn’t help, so I was thrilled when our brilliant food team suggested a seven-day meal planner. They’ve whipped up delicious...

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If you fancy having a drool, turn to p32 – have you ever seen such a beauty? That chocolate cherry cake really is one of the best-ever Easter bakes – just look at that drip. You can tell I’m hungry, can’t you – in fact, my tum always rumbles when I...

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Best ever BAKES

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CELEBRITY 4 ✱ Get the Goss, including will Kate leave GMB, and fears for Lorraine 7 Celeb news: Spice Girl Mel B, ‘The guilt and shame doesn’t go away’ 8 ✱ Cover story: Richard Madeley, ‘There’s no guarantee all is well’ 52 Celeb photo fun: Then vs...

Jamie’s MIDWEEK MEALS

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I love it when people confess saucy secrets – even more so when it’s celebrities! On p52 the stars take us behind the curtain and reveal some of their steamiest moments – from Richard Madeley’s ‘icy trick’ (intriguing, right?!) to Paddy Mcguinness’...

HOW MUCH is Cat worth?

Stacey’s £5 MILLION FORTUNE

Hit the beach in Brighton

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Six moves for better sex? Well if that doesn’t have your fingers flipping furiously (to p22), I don’t know what will! The simple workout will help lift things in the bedroom and put a spring in your step – so get ready to squat like you’ve never...

Live it up in gorgeous Lake Garda

Live it up in gorgeous Lake Garda

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Cooking is a skill that eludes me, as plenty of my loved ones would attest to – I just prefer ‘overseeing’ with a glass of wine. That’s why the recipes on p34 really caught my attention. They save you time and energy, and, more importantly, those...

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I think it’s safe to say we’re all pretty much hooked on our phones, aren’t we? I know I certainly am – endlessly scrolling Instagram (I haven’t quite got into Tiktok), apps that measure this and calculate that, online shopping, step counters and...

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Where do you stand on age-gap relationships? Everyone seems to have an opinion and it’s a tough one, because often our default is to judge, but more often than not we have no idea, really. Only the two people in the relationship can decide whether the...

I SPENT CHRISTMAS IN THE GYM!

THIS MORNING DIVIDED!

I’M SLEEPING IN THE SPARE ROOM

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The lead-up to Christmas can suddenly feel very full on. Even when you think you have plenty of time, the day can sneak up on you. It’s not here yet, though, so never fear! On p58 you’ll find fabulous finishing touches to decorate your home, and our...

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Cooking is not my forte – I find it impossible to keep to the timings while juggling all the stirring/making/ throwing in the oven. In fact, I’m regularly teased for being so awful at it. That’s why I was thrilled when our brilliant food team suggested...

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This time of year is when it starts to get busy. I met up with friends three nights in a row recently (I’m not complaining!) and felt zonked for the rest of the week! The more we’re doing, the more we need to make sure we get a good night’s sleep. So...

Take a trip to a winter wonderland

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It’s finally here – the most fun holiday of them all… Halloween! We’ve got everything you need, from dead-easy bakes (p36) to costume inspiration from the celebs themselves (p53). In fact, the debate in the office this week (and in the mag!) is whether...

I’M 52, HE’S 28 So what!

LOOK younger

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A CHAMPNEY SPA BREAK

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Enjoy a weekend in Weymouth

Why go? Weymouth is a charming coastal town nestled on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset, offering the perfect break for anyone seeking a blend of natural beauty, rich history and classic British seaside fun. Pack your bucket and spade and head to the...

BRENDA ‘RACISM WILL NEVER GO AWAY’

Loose Women Loose Women has been going for 25 years and for the majority of that it’s been an all-white panel, so I don’t get it… There will always be a minority of people that are against Black people, I don’t know why, I don’t get it, I wasn’t...

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Every birthday is something to celebrate but milestone ones always feel extra special, don’t they? On p48, three readers share the ways they entered their new decades, full of challenges and exciting adventures. I love the idea of marking your big day...

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Short on time but want to feel better in your shorts? Is there a last-minute beach holiday you want to prep for? Or have you overindulged on patatas bravas and tinto de verano, and want to do some damage control? (Or maybe that’s just me?!) On p26...