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Time To Get Talking This Christmas

Caroline Billington is on a mission to get us all chatting to each other –especially at the most festive time of year. Here, she speaks to Sue Thomas about how she’s changing lives

It's A Funny Old World

‘Sea scallops? Where else would you find them? Growing on a bush?’

‘I'm Nowhere Near As Crackers As Toyah!'

She’s played Toyah Battersby on Coronation Street for 20 years, but Georgia Taylor tells us why her life with boyfriend Mark Letheren is not as dramatic.

We Didn't Need Our Sight To Fall In Love

Sight loss affects more than two million people in the UK. Sue Thomas talks to two people who didn’t let blindness stop them finding each other.

Top Toms!

Adrienne Wild recommends the best tomatoes to grow at home and how to care for them

Eat To Beat IBS

There are a group of foods you need to know about if you suffer from uncomfortable symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome

The Forgotten Havens

We all know about Second World War evacuees, but thousands of youngsters were also evacuated to campsfunded by the Government… 

Why You'll Love... Watergate Bay

Breathtaking beaches and fine food

Lyme Regis

Immortalised in literature and film, it’s a gem of a town to explore

Julia Bradbury

Julia Bradbury, 47, is a TV presenter best-known for co-presenting Countryfile with Matt Baker, and also BBC’s Watchdog, before setting up her own website The Outdoor Guide. Here, she takes some time out of her busy schedule to chat about her outdoor pursuits…

Celebrate Beauty Of The Bluebells

Few things lift the spirit more than a mass of bluebells carpeting a woodland floor, but they need our help, explains Adrienne Wild.

Why You'll Love... Las Vegas

Get swept away by the casinos, glitz and glamour of Sin City!

How To Be A Confident Driver

However experienced you are, it’s common to lose your driving confidence sometimes. Maria McCarthy helps you overcome your fears

Jewels Of The Jurassic

With soaring cliffs and perfect little coves, Gillian Thornton takes a guided walking break to discover the stunning beauty of Dorset’s Jurassic Coast.

Why You'll Love... Florence

Why You’ll Love... Florence

'Arguing Is Just Excess Energy'

Dancing on Ice judges Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean talk frankly about their abiding friendship and reveal how they always manage to stay cool

I Just Shouted At The Doctor, 'You Need To Save My Baby!'

Sarah-Louise knew something was wrong with her son. But the doctors couldn't find out what it was. Matilda Battersby reports 

'I'd Love To Do Strictly... But I Haven't Been Asked!'

Wildlife presenter Michaela Strachan opens up about her unfulfilled ambitions and how, following her battle with breast cancer, she’s kept her sense of humour – naming her new breasts after a cocktail…

When The Greatest Bond Is Broken

Saying farewell to a pet, for whatever reason, can cause untold grief. But many don’t understand the bond between owners and pets. Maria McCarthy speaks to those who are there to help at the hardest of times

It's A Funny Old World

‘Looking back, I can see I spent years practising “mend and make do” without enacting the “mend” bit’

Brief Encounter

With Tom up to his ears in shed maintenance, it is left to Rosemary to walk the dog.

I Was Always Pretending To Be Other People

The final series of Broadchurch is about to begin, so we spoke to David Tennant about friendship, fame and secrets

Crafty Gardening

A garden is a great resource for cooks and crafters alike and, says Adrienne Wild, with a little work, you can become self-sufficient and make money at home

‘I Don't Want To Be In A Corset Any More'

Phyllis Logan has handed in her keys to Downton Abbey and jetted offto the sun for a brand-new role in a tropical paradise

A Mother's Courage

Vicky Pickard is dying – but she’s her disabled child’s sole carer. She explains why she is using her last days to fundraise for her daughter Jessica’s care.

None Of Us Are Made Blemish-Free

Angela Neustatter speaks to Beverley Sky Fulker, who has helped others — and herself — to love their visible facial differences

Winter Pearls

Now that we’re well past the longest night and the days are lengthening, you’ll see snowdrops already pushing up into the light to welcome in the spring,

Why You Should Always Be Breast Aware

Don’t think you’re past it just because you’re over 70, advises Dr Melanie.

Flying Saucers

We love this moving tale, told with Gabrielle Mullarkey’s usual warmth and humour!

Keep Healthy This Summer

Whatever the weather, a few simple precautions will help you stay safe and deal with any summer health problems