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Ten destinations in the UK for a sailing staycation

We've come up with 10 sailing locations in the UK for all your boating needs. Get scrolling to find out…

Things to know before buying your first motorbike

Looking into to getting your first motorbike but you’re unsure where to start? Get the most out of buying your…

Top reasons to send your child to boarding school

Is boarding school the best option for your children? Boarding schools provide a range of learning and living experiences that…

10 ways to help stay focused at work

Research from UK wellness firm Well lab reveals that three quarters of UK workers say they’re ‘often’ or ‘very often’…

Retirement Planning

Fretting over future finances? Panic not: these must-read tips can power-up your pension

Leaving work may be a long way off – or just around the corner – but it’s never too late to give your pension a push. Research carried out by the Retirement Living Standards found the minimum needed to cover a basic lifestyle in retirement is around £14,400 per year for one person – or £22,400 for a couple. And if you want a more comfy existence, you’ll need to increase this to £43,100 per…

Family

The top 5 UK cities to grow old in

Ready to retire but fancy a change of scenery – or even want to know if where you live is…
Travel

Lesser-known European hotspots to visit

Looking for destinations to escape the crowds when planning your next adventure? Europe’s full of hidden gems just waiting to…
Gardens

10 top tips to help preserve biodiversity in your garden

One of the main factors enabling us to source food sustainably involves protecting the diversity of our flora, fauna and…
Family

What kids shouldn’t eat at school for healthy teeth

You want your kids to grow up with perfect teeth, regularly checking they’re brushing them properly as well as keeping…
Eat

How to update your kitchen and reduce food bills

Choosing a new kitchen’s daunting, design-wise as well as ensuring you’re left with exactly what you had in mind. But…
Health

Natural remedies to relieve arthritis

Arthritis affects over 10 million people in the UK, and while you might think it only affects joints you’re mistaken:…
Pets & Animals

Keep your dog car-safe (plus laws you might not know you’re breaking)

The October half-term break’s looming, and for many that means a family break; often with our four legged friends in…
Health

How menopause affects sleep

Waking up after a good night’s sleep is the perfect tonic for a productive day ahead. Unfortunately, that’s not the…
Motoring & Transport

5 top mistakes made when cleaning a car

Whether it’s your other half’s excuse to enjoy a little me-time on the weekend, or when it’s just that grubby…
Parenting

Bedtime tips now the kids are back at school

Now that the new school term’s in full swing, many of us are still feeling the effects of summer sleep…

Travel

Top underrated romantic getaways in Europe

With over 800 cities in Europe, here are a few of the most romantic places to spend time with that special someone.
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Eat

Best air fryer recipes you need to try today

Here are some amazing air fryer recipes that are sure to bring smiles to your dining table.
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Food

The 10 steps to making an on-trend sushi burrito at home

Sushi burritos are a Japanese-American fusion food, similar to a large maki roll, which have become increasingly popular with a…
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Celebrity

Celebrity Secrets chats to – This Morning chef James Martin

A huge exponent of cooking with game, James tells Celebrity Secrets why the upcoming The Game Fair he is hosting…
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Eat

Top tips to nurture children’s eating habits

These are the answers to some of the most common questions parents ask about nutrition for babies and young children.
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Parenting

What age most kids are granted independence

Ever thought you’re too strict not letting your child use the internet without supervision? What about letting them walk to school or stay at home by themselves? You might be at the other end of the scale, not worrying (as much) about them having their own bank account, wearing make-up, or even looking after a sibling. THE DATA So, what age is the average in the UK? The answer’s 12, according to new data from…
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Education

Top tips for your first year at university

University can be daunting. Here are the best ways to make your university experience a blast!
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Mobility

Are slippers good for your muscles and joints?

Many people love to mooch around the house in their comfy slippers, but what are they doing to muscles and…
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Mobility

Enjoy an active and independent day-to-day life when on the move

The use of a Rollz rollator can help users with mobility issues to maintain an active lifestyle and a sense…
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Pets & Animals

Pampered pets are top dogs: 10 of the highest-earning pup influencers

When we think of influencers, we think of flashy clothes and holidays. But did you ever picture influencers being covered…
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Travel

Going camping this year? Pack these 10 essentials

Packing for a camping trip can be daunting. Instead of scouring the internet for answers, here’s a list of the most important items to pack.
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Travel

Best UK beach destinations in the North West

It’s time to explore your own backyard. Take a trip to one of the UK’s underrated beach destinations.
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Travel

Beautiful beach destinations in the east of the UK

It’s time Brits explored their own backyard. This summer, take a trip to one of the UK’s underrated beach destinations.
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Travel

Beautiful beach destinations in the South West of the UK

It’s time Brits explored their own backyard. This summer, take a trip to one of the UK’s underrated beach destinations,…
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Travel - Short Haul

10 incredible UK Holiday Destinations

If you’re currently planning your next getaway, or haven’t given it a thought, think close to home. The United Kingdom…
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Education

Why moving house at university is easier than you think

The experience of finding your own place at university can be stressful, let alone moving your belongings on your own.
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Families

Top 10 apps to help your child’s mental wellbeing

Nurturing positive mental health in young people gives them a head-start for future challenges and in the working world beyond…
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Education

The top 10 educational toys perfect for kids of all ages

The world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) opens up a huge range of careers options for your children.
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Education

Top 10 educational toys that toddlers will never get tired of

Away from traditional toys, are some fantastic products on the market that challenge kids’ brains in fun, exciting ways.
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Education

Keep the kids happy with these top 10 sports and adventure camps

It’s no secret that team sports are great for your child’s overall physical health, but they also build communication skills,…
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Health

Best ways to beat the winter blues

Many people feel a bit down during winter, so here are a few of the easier ways to prevent those winter blues.
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Health

Five tips to help you care for your health and wellbeing this winter

Each season brings challenges and predictable patterns that may negatively affect our health. For instance, the gradual change from winter…
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Cosmetics & Aesthetics

How to help reduce the risk of bruising following cosmetic injectable procedures

The appearance of bruising, following an injectable procedure, is very common, no matter how skilled the cosmetic doctor is.
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Health

The best celeb-approved sunscreens for your family

Online beauty retailer Escentual has rounded up the best top quality, high factor, broad-spectrum sunscreens with a celeb stamp of…
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Tech

Ten reasons to use LED light therapy, according to a medical skin expert

If you are looking to give your skin some TLC, LED light therapy is a non-invasive skin treatment designed to…
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Homes

Top tips to improve your plant life at home

If you’ve been craving some greenery, here are some basic steps to take to make sure the plant life in your home thrives.
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Best of Culture

Top trending hobbies to try today

While we're all tempted to watch TV every evening, hobbies can benefit you in many ways. Try out these trendy…
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Best of Lifestyle

A helping hand – the top 10 hand care tips for softer skin

It’s more important than ever to treat your hands to a bit of TLC. The experts at ARRAN Sense of…
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Charity

The sanctuary where animals and humans coexist in harmony

At Lotus Animal Sanctuary their mission is to provide a safe space for a variety of non-human animals to come…
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Health

The beginners’ guide to CBD products for ‘smart snacking’

For those that are curious about using cannabidiol (CBD), it can sometimes be difficult to know what to look for…
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Tech

The pros and cons of smart homes

Smart homes have the power to transform the way everyone interacts with their homes. But what are some of the drawbacks?
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Homes

The 10 tenancy rights that you should know about

With these 10 tips from Save The Student, you can ensure you won’t get ripped off when moving into a…
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Homes

The quick and easy tips to refresh your home

The residents’ team at apartment rental brand Essential Living have compiled top tips for renters to get their living space…
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Homes

Your cleaning guide to spruce up your home ahead of your next big gathering

As the nation prepares for big get-togethers, Zoflora – the UK’s disinfectant cleaning brand – has joined forces with Checklist…
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Homes

10 top useful brands to make your house a home

From sprucing up your interiors to making the most of outdoor space these 10 useful brands will keep your home…
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Charity

When you need help, you call 999. But who do you call if you are 999?

Healthcare workers are always there for others, but who cares for them in times of emotional disruption? Discover the charity delivering psychological support to those on the frontline. If you work in the NHS or frontline services, Frontline19 can help. Frontline19 is a UK-based, nationwide organisation that offers a free independent, confidential service delivering psychological support to people working on the frontline. With a vast network of qualified counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists, they can ensure you…
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Financial

Why whiskey can be such a solid investment during inflation

With people across the nation feeling the squeeze on their bills, it's more important than ever to ensure that you…
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10 TOP Business

Ten top companies to help you run your business

Here are some of Checklist's top companies that can help you become the business owner you have always dreamed of.
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Legal

Best ways to get free or affordable legal advice

Many of us need legal advice at some point in our lives, but do you know ways to access it?…
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Best of Money

Ten money-saving ideas to to help cut costs in the home

Checklist are here to bring you these top saving tips to cut costs and spend money wisely for the year…
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Beauty

The futuristic 4-in-1 light therapy beauty device you can use at home

At-home light therapy tools are designed to have a range of benefits to support a number of everyday skin concerns.
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Gadgets

Gadgets that are perfect for improving your home environment

Heating, cooling, and purifying the air in your home has never been so easy with these devices to keep you…
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Tech

Clean without fuss using one of these top 10 robot vacuum cleaners

Take a look at our round-up of the top 10 robot vacuum cleaners for keeping your carpets and floors all…
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Homes

Smart technology can organise your home for you

From Wi-Fi thermostats to video doorbells, we look at the AI technology making your home that little bit smarter.
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Gadgets

Ten gadgets the whole family will love – including your pets

Tech can help make life a little bit easier, from charging your phone to helping make dinner, Checklist has rounded…
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Celebrity

Celebrity Secrets chats to – JB Gill from JLS

Singer-turned-farmer JB Gill takes centre stage at The Game Fair this month as part of his mission to educate Brits on food provenance.
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Arts, Antiques & Collectables

The experts’ tips to buy sentimental jewellery to last a lifetime

Sentimental jewellery pieces are all the rave, so Checklist spoke with Diamonds Factory’s diamond and gemstone expert.
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Celebrity

Celebrity Secrets chats to – Our Yorkshire Farm host Amanda Owen

Channel 5's Our Yorkshire Farm presenter Amanda Owen, known as The Yorkshire Shepherdess, chats about all things country life.
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Culture

The UK’s most popular published artist shares advice for making your mark in the industry

Checklist spoke to Yorkshire-based artist Lucy Pittaway, who has been awarded the UK’s Most Popular Published Artist for the third…
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Travel

These are the most popular festivals in Europe to look forward to

Grab your hottest festival gear and get ready to book your next summer adventure at one of the most popular…
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10 TOP Business

Top 10 companies that can help you start a business

Here's some companies to help get your new business running as successfully as possible. For more business tips check out our Business tag.
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Opinion Business

Mental health moving forward – now that we are back to ‘normal’ again

Even the positive, much-anticipated transitions and readjustment may be tough for our mental health for many of us.
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Business Owners

Helping the home workers: motivating your remote staff

Hybrid working is here to stay for companies throughout the UK which means it is time to adapt to the…
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Business Owners

Take care before burnout: keeping your staff healthy

Implement self-care and wellness strategies to prevent your staff from accelerating towards exhaustion
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10 TOP Business

Here are 10 top franchises looking for their next investor

There are plenty of businesses looking for franchise investors in the UK. Here’s are some franchises looking for a partner.
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Best of British

Top 10 quintessentially British treats for your next party

From strawberries and cream to artisan cheeses, the UK is home to no shortage of delicious British treats to impress at your next party.
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Best of British

Top 10 very British tipples for your next gathering that everyone will love

Give your guests a true taste of royalty with this selection of quintessentially British drinks for your next get-together.
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Best of British

The 10 must-haves to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Whether you're attending the street party of the year or hosting your own garden party, here is our list of…
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Culture

Royal expert’s 10 tips on how to throw the ultimate Jubilee celebration

From fashion to food, or drinks to dancing, popular culture specialist Nick Ede knows a thing or two about how…
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Eat

Enjoy the perfect protein-packed stack

Pancakes are one of those treats that almost everyone likes to indulge in. But it doesn’t have to be a…
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Celebrity Secrets

6 tricks to keep your hair colour fresh for longer

From heat styling to hard water: there are many hidden factors that can make your colour fade faster. Want to keep those salon-fresh locks looking vibrant? London hair specialist Jessica Patching talks tips and tricks to keep your colour vibrant – and without the need to book your next appointment sooner than you’d like. Use the right shampoo and conditioner One of the most important steps in preserving your colour is to use a gentle,…
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Cosmetics & Aesthetics

5 facial expressions adding years to your face

Facial expressions: without them how would you show emotion? From anger and stress to happiness, sorrow, sarcasm and more —…
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Celebrity

Celebrity Secrets chats to – Holby City actress Fiona Gillies

Celebrity Secrets quizzes the Casualty actress about her upcoming roles and what really goes on when the camera isn't rolling.
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Celebrity

Celebrity Secrets chats to – Love Island star Demi Jones

The ITV dating show star talks about her go-to beauty products, social media and what really goes on behind the…
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Beauty

Award-winning aesthetics practitioner shares 10 tips for freshening your look

Amish Patel, an award-winning aesthetics practitioner, and skincare expert at Intrigue Cosmetic Clinic, shares his tips for looking tip-top.
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