Choice

Welcome to Choice Magazine Britain’s leading independent magazine for women and men over 50. We help readers defend their financial, health and relationship assets and provide inspiration to help them enjoy life. This website gives a glimpse of the modern, glossy and colourful editorial available every month as well as providing links for paper subscriptions. Enjoy Choice…and life.

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Scotland’s West Coast wonders • From mountain passes to Monty Python, golden eagles to rugged rock formations, Clive Nicholls’ 14-hour round-trip to the West Coast of Scotland was worth every minute

Red squirrels rediscovered • With the help of an expert RSPB guide, Clive Nicholls goes in search of red squirrels in the Lake District

“Home is the centre of my world” • Once described as ‘the nation’s gardener’ the broadcaster and author has discovered, through sometimes difficult personal experience, the redemptive power of the natural world.

YOUR VIEWS • Voice your opinions or share your stories with other readers

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Memories are made of this: Playtime in Polynesia • Happy children find a fun use for a cruise ship’s mooring ropes. By Clive Nicholls

Snowdon at summit of top ten UK walks

Canada’s open – what to see • In the conclusion of his two-part guide to visiting Canada as Covid restrictions are relaxed, Norman Wright heads into the breathtaking high mountains

Face values • How can we take care of our skin?, asks David Hughes

New evidence on statins side-effects

Yoga class • Gail Willis continues her series of simple hatha yoga moves

Give your makeup a makeover • In the second part of her feature on refreshing your makeup, Sue Moxley suggests way to change your look around the eyes

YOUR MONEY and your rights • Your guide to the best financial advice

Our biggest financial fears • Research suggests a surge in the number of people worried about their financial futures. Teri Harman looks at the top six concerns and what you can do to tackle them

Mobility adjustments in your home • Experts at www.money.co.uk explain the financial options and help available if you want to make your home safer and more accessible

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED • The Choice panel of experts answers your queries on tax, pensions, benefits, investment and the law

CHOICE SAVERS’ SELECTION

Could be a Homesitter? • There’s a growing demand for active retired people who can take care of someone else’s home and pets, and enjoy a free holiday into the bargain

“We can’t help but fall in love with the pets”

Do you remember? I’ m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue • Simon Evans looks at the origins of this long-running radio show and its unique place in comedy history

FOOTBALL’S GOLDEN DECADES • In his new book on a golden age of English football, Barry McLoughlin recalls four famous Wembley finals and describes how the beautiful game has been transformed

Football full-houses

The first £100-a-week player

Hanratty: was justice done? • Sixty years ago this month, James Hanratty was hanged for the notorious A6 murder... but could he have been innocent? Norman Wright examines the evidence

CRAFT CORNER Bunny rosette bag • Two Easter-themed bags make up our Craft and Sewing columns this month. First, Karen Foy creates a cute bunny rosette bag, while over the page we show you how to sew a carrot-shaped gift bag

Get Sewing Easter carrot gift bag

Eat well to age well • Easy to prepare, balanced dishes for two that are both healthy and delicious feature in...