Indulgent New York-style Cheesecake
Unleash your inner Bake Off demon with this sublime New York-style cheesecake.
The Duke – trailer
In 1961, Kempton Bunton, a 60 year old taxi driver, steals Goya’s portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London.
Fool proof summer gardening tips
Your outdoor space will never overwhelm you with these simple summer gardening tips.
Review books for 50connect
Would you like to review books for 50connect? We’re opening our book reviews to member contributors.
5 Ways to save water in the garden
Water wastage is a huge issue in the UK and our garden could be huge drain on our water resources. Here, Scott Hawthorne shares five tips to help reduce your water usage.
Win 1 of 5 copies of the Dairy Book of Home Cookery from Dairy Diary
We have five copies of Dairy Book of Home Cookery from Dairy Diary up for grabs – just answer a simple question for your chance to win.
Top tips: starting an allotment
If you’re starting an allotment take time to plan before you start. Gavin Keir outlines the importance of planning when approaching your allotment and accepting that the work you do can be enjoyed at an older, time-honoured, longer rhythm.
Encouraging abuse victims to recognise toxic relationships
Many victims of coercive control do not realise that such behaviour from their partner is controlling.
Get ahead of the ‘tax wonks’
Peter McGahan explains proposed changes to Capital Gains Tax and how a few careful decisions now could help you reduce your tax liability later.
Can you win full marks in the 50connect Entertainment Quiz?
Roll up Goggleboxers and test your knowledge about all things Hollywood – from classic films to the latest TV and music!
The Crown season 4 reviewed
The royal drama returns with a triumphant portrait of the 1980s with a perfectly wide-eyed Diana.
Ease the discomfort of varicose veins
We become more susceptible to unsightly and uncomfortable varicose veins as we age, but Alison Cullen and Emma Thornton have tips to ease discomfort and improve leg health.
Hydration in older age
Hydration is often overlooked when it comes to health and wellness advice but is just as important as a well-balanced diet and regular exercise. Here are some tips to help you spot the tell-tale signs
10 Tips on how to live longer
We all want a healthy later life but sometimes old habits get in the way. Here are 10 tips that are easy to follow but could have a lasting, positive imapact on over 50s health.
8 flights a day keep the doctor away
Middle age weight gain has a negative impact on your health but something as simple as walking up stairs can help to keep you in trim.
Inflamation: the root of all ills?
Inflammation can be seen as a positive force, but if it gets out of hand can lead to a host of problems.
