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The weather’s set to be hot, so I hope the sun is shining when you read this. It was certainly out when Linda Lusardi headed off on a cruise earlier this month, but it wasn’t the ship that caught my attention when she posted this picture… How is Linda 65 – and picking up her pension and a bus pass in September!? Naturally, I rang her immediately and asked if she would mind sharing the secret to eternal youth with us all. She laughed and said: ‘Of course – and just so you know, I intend to stay looking like this for as long as I can!’ Turn to page 14 to find out exactly how she’s doing that… Another celeb hitting 60 who never fails to make me smile is the fabulously…

START YOUR week with a smile

1 COOL SUMMER Now that the warmer weather is finally making an appearance... This little red panda has got his cooling down routine covered – lying on what looks like an ice block with his head in front of a fan! Bless. For more cute panda shots, visit @littlepanda6497 on Instagram! 2 Who wowed the crowd? You know Summer’s in full swing when florals make an appearance! Looking blooming gorgeous were actress Dame Helen Mirren, 78 (yes really!), wearing Claire Mischevani, Marisha Wallace, 38, charmed in a rose-print design from House of CB, and Olivia Palermo, 38, was a picture in an Alice + Olivia co-ord. 3 EVA’S BACK! From Gabby to Gala! Most famous for playing uber glamorous Gabby Solis in Desperate Housewives, Eva Longoria, 49, has a new series on AppleTV this week…

START YOUR week with a smile

Who’s that girl?

Bridgerton fans love her as season three’s leading lady, Penelope Featherstone. But how well do they know the Irish actress who plays her, Nicola Coughlan? Nicola, 37, was born in Galway, Ireland, and is the youngest child of her stay-at-home mum and dad, who served in the Irish army. Aged just five, Nicola saw her sister in a school play and knew she wanted to be a performer. She recalled, ‘I was always roping my friends into making my own films and plays.’ Aged 10, Nicola landed a small role in the 1997 action movie My Brother’s War – and earned a nice bit of pocket money of £30. However, Nicola continued her education until she decided to apply to drama school, before moving to London three times in four years due to…

Who’s that girl?

Fern’s stalking hell

When Fern Britton unknowingly leased her holiday home to a man who had been stalking her for years, it was something even horror movie writers couldn’t imagine. But the 66-year-old TV star has been living in terror for two years, since fixated fan James Haviland wouldn’t leave her be. The full details of the former This Morning host’s ordeal with the 63-year-old resulted in a judge banning him from the entire county of Cornwall (where she lives) for a decade. At Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court, prosecutors reportedly revealed that the accused – who pleaded guilty – began his stalking campaign back in November 2021. The married father sent Fern ‘unwanted flowers’ and cards, and his actions escalated across two years, leading the TV star to fear what his ‘end game’ was. James first sent a…

Fern’s stalking hell

THE KING & KATE The daughter he never had?

Shoulder to shoulder, beaming with smiles, waving to the crowds from the balcony of Buckingham Palace – it was hard to imagine the turmoil King Charles and his daughter-in-law must be going through. Both fighting cancer – this was a double diagnosis that has shocked the world. Seeing them in their finery – King Charles in his full military uniform and Catherine immaculately turned out - it was even harder to imagine a scene that happened earlier this year... When the pair were both receiving treatment at the same time at The London Clinic, a private hospital in Marylebone, apparently, Charles shuffled along on a sealed-off floor to Kate’s bedside to visit her – in his dressing gown! What a wonderful image. It dispels the idea of Charles as a stuffy, cold father-in-law –…

THE KING & KATE The daughter he never had?

‘I’m proud to be picking up my pension!’

Linda Lusardi amazed her Instagram followers recently when she posted a pic of herself enjoying a cruise and rocking her bikini body at 65 years of age. The model and actress – who puts her figure down to ‘never stopping’ rather than any gym routine – definitely shatters any conventional idea of what an OAP should look like, despite the fact that she is due to pick up her first pension cheque in September this year. Here, the star talks keeping young, keeping busy and why she’s such a proud mum… Hi, Linda! We can’t believe you’re coming up to pensionable age – how are you feeling about it? I am indeed and I’m very excited – all those years of paying in and now I get some money back just when…

‘I’m proud to be picking up my pension!’

There’s the whole world at your feet

Smoothing the creases from my apron, I buttoned my royal-blue coat, nestled my carpet-bag across the crook of my arm, and knocked on the door. It swung open, revealing a wide-eyed little girl, her mouth agog. ‘Are you Jane?’ I asked. She nodded, speechless. ‘And is this 17, Cherry Tree Lane?’ Another nod. ‘Good,’ I smiled. ‘I’m in the right place, then.’ There were squeals of delight from the small group of children as I swept through the birthday party – with one little girl running up and throwing her arms around me. ‘You came!’ she gasped. It’s not an unusual reaction when I walk into a party – in fact, it’s probably one of the calmer ones. But then again, it’s not every day Mary Poppins walks into your house! I’m the UK’s only Mary…

There’s the whole world at your feet

Is there a football thing on...?

That was my answer to the question: ‘Where are you watching the game?’ posed to me last weekend when England was playing another team on Sunday night. We still have our fingers crossed for how the tournament will play out – and everyone’s forgotten about how important this next General Election is because they’re too busy singing: “It’s coming home… It’s coming home,” which is probably why it was called with very little notice in the first place. Talk about boring. I can’t even muster the tiniest modicum of interest in any of it. Mainly because this happens every single time England play. They win one game early on, get cocky, then go and, f*** it all up! Apart from in 1990 when they came pretty close to the final, but managed…

Is there a football thing on...?

No fairytale at the Chateau!

Speaking out for the first time and defending her ‘foul-mouthed’ rant to a Channel 4 producer, Angel (from Escape To The Chateau) says she won’t apologise for what went down… The red-headed TV star – who alongside husband, Dick, was dropped from Channel 4 after the incident – admitted that though she wished it never happened – she’s glad she stuck up for herself. Angel, 45, who found fame by renovating her French chateau over nine seasons of Escape To The Chateau, was engulfed in a bullying scandal which led to the programme cutting ties after an independent investigation. A leaked recording revealed Angel calling a producer a ‘F***ed-up little ****’. While the couple have previously dodged questions relating to the bullying scandal, the TV star finally gave her side of the story, a…

No fairytale at the Chateau!

We’re ALL TALKING about

JOIN THE CONVERSATION Duvet wars! We all have our sleep rituals to help us drift us off, but are you guilty of annoying sleep habits? Research from hotel chain Premier Inn has revealed nearly a third of Brits have an easier time sleeping when they’re not sharing a bed with their partner – citing duvet-hogging, snoring, and breaking wind some of the worst habits. However, to celebrate the Euros, Premier Inn announced it is trialling brand-new technology (DUV-AR) in their Wembley branch – inspired by football tech, VAR. Using advanced sensors, it detects when the duvet crosses the halfway line and prompts the culprit to share fairly – hopefully meaning less arguments. It’s clear Brits need a solution, 56 per cent said annoying sleeping habits are a relationship deal-breaker! Tamara Strauss, Customer Director for…

We’re ALL TALKING about

We’re alone, not lonely!

‘I don’t need anyone else to make me happy’ AMY LISTON, 46, FROM SHROPSHIRE, IS DISCOVERING THE JOY OF HER OWN COMPANY ON A SOLO WORLD TOUR… W hen my marriage broke down in 2013, I was desperate to find someone to fill the void. After some time alone I realised I was OK on my own. After some more time, I realised I was very happy on my own. Now, I realise I’m currently at my best on my own! I’m not saying it will always be this way, but for now, I’m in a fortunate position of not having to consider a second person as I travel around the world on a six-month trip of a lifetime. Friends worried about me travelling solo and said I’m brave. Some commented that I might…

We’re alone, not lonely!

6 ways to refresh your look this Summer!

1 LET LIPS SHINE t’s been a long time in the beauty wilderness, but lip gloss is back. Thankfully, shiny doesn’t necessarily mean sticky, as today’s textures are sheer and conditioning. Don’t prep with balm before applying, or your gloss will be more likely to bleed. Instead, exfoliate with a soft flannel to get skin into good shape then apply your gloss, blot (using regular paper, not tissue, which can leave residue), and apply again. We love W7 Sunny Seville Sheer Lip Gloss, £4.50, with five shades to choose from. 2 GET THE GLITTER BUG A trend for a few seasons now, glitter is making its way onto grownup faces, to a surprisingly flattering effect. ‘There’s a feeling that glitter shouldn’t be worn around the eye past a certain age but I don’t…

6 ways to refresh your look this Summer!

Lesley & Sophie AGE FIGHTING SOLUTIONS

LESLEY Although I wouldn’t recommend major treatments until you really need them, I think that starting early with small and subtle treatments is a wise choice. If you tackle fine lines or sagging skin as soon as they appear, it can prevent them getting worse in the long run. Whether you choose a clinic or at-home products, the occasional treatment can reboot your complexion. COLLAGEN BANKING Our natural collagen levels deplete as we get older, so it’s worth researching ‘collagen banking’ to help your body produce more, and start to store it up for future (I always think that makes me sound like a squirrel!). A good route is regular Radio Frequency facials – this uses radio waves to penetrate and heat up the deeper layers of skin, which in turn stimulates collagen…

Lesley & Sophie AGE FIGHTING SOLUTIONS

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EAT MORE, LOSE MORE!

HOW IT WORKS 1 It might sound bonkers but you really can eat more in order to lose more weight. It’s all down to the water content and energy density (or basically the amount of calories) per gram of food. 2 To lose those annoying extra inches you need to focus on low energy density foods (LED) that provide fewer calories per gram. These foods are often naturally high in water and include things like fruit and vegetables or soups and stews. 3 LED foods having more water is good news for big eaters because it means you get more food volume for your calories. You can pile up your plate higher than ever and still lose weight. 4 On the other hand, high energy density (HED) foods tend to be low in water.…

EAT MORE, LOSE MORE!

Why the Balearics hate the Brits

It has been the top destination for British tourists for years. An amazing 17 million of us chose Spain last year for our holidays. But that could all be set to change after a wave of angry anti-tourist protests by fed-up locals. In the past three months, thousands have taken to the streets in some of the most popular Spanish holiday resorts waving placards emblazoned with messages such as: ‘Go Home, Tourists!’ So it is no wonder that many holidaymakers who have booked a trip to Spain are worrying about what kind of welcome they will get. At the heart of the protests is the idea that mass tourism is destroying the country and the lives of locals. They say that their infrastructure, including the water supply, medical facilities, sewage, roads and even beaches, cannot…

Why the Balearics hate the Brits

‘Flying the freak flag is a very beautiful thing’

Thirty years after he first graced our screens on Changing Rooms, designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is back with a show he describes as the reason he was put on the planet. We caught up with Laurence – as gorgeously clad and coiffed as ever - to talk about living with his extended family at his beautiful Cotswolds manor house, falling in love at first sight, and how he loves being a granddad. Tell us about Outrageous Homes… It’s probably the reason I was put on the planet – the programme I should have made when I started in television. It’s nothing to do with unbelievably tiresome things like how much your house is worth, turning up to reorganise your knicker drawer – or needy makeovers – it’s a celebration of the bat-poo bonkerness…

‘Flying the freak flag is a very beautiful thing’

Sunshine flavours!

Greek Salad and Meatball Traybake Full of colour and flavour, this traybake is easily adapted to what you have in your fridge. You can use beef mince instead of lamb, if you prefer. Hands-on time 15min. Cooking time about 30min. Serves 4 • 2 red onions, each cut into 12 wedges • 1 courgette, sliced • 200g cherry tomatoes, halved if large • 50g pitted black olives • 400g tin butterbeans, drained and rinsed • 3 garlic cloves, crushed • 1tbsp dried oregano • 2tbsp extra virgin olive oil • 250g lamb mince, defrosted if frozen • ½tsp ground cumin • 150g crusty bread, cut into rough 2cm pieces • 100g feta, crumbled • Small handful mint, leaves picked and roughly chopped 1 Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan) mark 6. In a large…

Sunshine flavours!

Food in a flash

LIGHTEN UP THIS SUMMER! If you fancy cutting your wine calories without compromising on taste, check out Traces Grenache Rosé. It contains just 78kcals per 125ml and has been endorsed by WW (formally WeightWatchers). It’s best enjoyed chilled and also makes a refreshing spritzer mixed with sparkling water and ice. Available from DrinkWell and Amazon, at £10.99 per bottle. DIP, DIP HOORAY! You don’t need to be on hols to enjoy a Greek feast! The Real Greek has launched a range of ready meals and meze dishes, which you can pick up from Tesco. Choose from classic dishes such as Moussaka and Souvlaki. For something to enjoy with a glass of something cold, we can highly recommend The Real Greek Houmous, £2.25. ’TIS THE SEASON! Looking for a simple way to liven up meat? Check…

Food in a flash

Becoming Karl Lagerfeld

An enigmatic, aloof, multimillionaire fashion designer who ruled the catwalk and couture scene for decades. And now, a six-part Disney+ series, Becoming Karl Lagerfeld, shares a dramatised version of his life in the Seventies and Eighties, when he really started to make a name for himself. But who was the man behind the black-and-while tailoring, sharp suits, sunglasses and white ponytail? Born in Hamburg, Germany, in 1933, to a wealthy businessman and violinist mother, Karl had an older sister and an older half-sister on his father’s side. Intellectual activity and lively discussions about religion and philosophy were encouraged at home. From a young age, he showed a flair for fashion, often said to be critical of people’s outfits even at school. At 14, with his parents’ blessing, Karl moved to France and,…

Becoming Karl Lagerfeld

5 ways to protect your phone

1 BE VIGILANT Don’t leave your phone, iPad, tablet or camera unattended, out of your sight, or left on a table. Be aware of your surroundings and only use your mobile when it feels safe – thieves can ride past people at speed and grab it from your hands. 2 DATA ACCESS Make sure your phone data is regularly backed-up. Ensure there’s somewhere else you can get access codes sent to (two-factor authentication codes) to access your data. It’s vital to keep passwords and family and friends’ phone numbers somewhere secure, not just your phone. 3 SECURE YOUR PHONE Use your phone’s security features to stop someone using your phone if it’s stolen. Choose a strong PIN, passcode, password or pattern – something that isn’t easy to guess. 4 INTERNATIONAL MOBILE EQUIPMENT IDENTITY Get your phone’s IMEI…

5 ways to protect your phone

Is Phil planning his comeback?

Following a year away from showbiz, Phillip Schofield has finally returned to the public eye – and rumours are he’s also planning a return to our screens. Phillip, 62, recently posted on social media for the first time, his 2.7 million followers being greeted with some cute pics of his dog, Alfie. The posts didn’t go unnoticed, garnering likes from star pals, including his former This Morning colleague, Alison Hammond. According to an industry expert, this may just be the start of Phillip’s comeback – and the next thing he could do is call on another pal, his old friend and presenter, Piers Morgan, to help launch him back into the limelight. PR specialist Kayley Cornelius reckons a chat with Piers on his online show Piers Morgan Uncensored would be the perfect…

Is Phil planning his comeback?

The Royals GO INTO BATTLE!

THE PRINCE OF WALES Wills completed seven-and-a-half years of full-time military service, joining the RAF Search and Rescue Force in early 2009 then serving as a pilot with the Air Ambulance. William now holds several other military titles, and just last month the King appointed him as Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps – which, rather awkwardly, was the regiment his brother Harry served in! THE PRINCESS OF WALES Kate’s titles – including Colonel of the Irish Guards, a role previously held by her husband William – are ceremonial, but that hasn’t stopped her getting stuck in. Last year saw her getting behind the wheel of a high-mobility weapons platform during a visit to The Queen’s Dragoon Guards! KING CHARLES III Before taking up his royal duties, the then Prince of Wales served in both…

The Royals GO INTO BATTLE!

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When my husband, Adam, arrived home from work, me and our daughters threw our arms around him. ‘We’ve missed you,’ I said, kissing him. We were so happy to have him home. It might have seemed like an extravagant welcome, but Adam hadn’t just been away for a day – he’d been away for months, posted with the Army where he was a Warrant Officer for the Royal Logistics Corps. After we’d all caught up and he’d played with the kids, Adam walked around our home. I’d made sure it was clean and tidy – he was a neat, regimented man (anyone would be after 22 years of service) – but I always felt like it was a room inspection. It was something I understood, having served with the Armed Forces myself… Growing up in…

No one left behind

Perhaps I was always destined to serve my country. My dad, grandad, great-granddad, uncle and cousin all served in the Armed Forces, but when I’d joined the Territorial Army in 1989 it was really to get additional paid leave and time away from my postie job! But I loved the adventure of it. So, four years later, aged 24, I’d decided to join the Regular Army for a few years... I joined the Army Adjutant General’s Corps – AGC (SPS) – as a Military Clerk after a training injury which led to several operations on my leg. It meant I wouldn’t be able to reach the required fitness standards if I transferred. But I was fortunate that it led to a long and fascinating career and one which gave me a…

No one left behind

DAY IN THE LIFE

PET OF THE WEEK Name: OscarOwners: Sam and Paul, LeicestershireBreed: Shih Tzu CALLING ALL PETS! From funny to cute, we’re looking for more pets to star in our ‘Day in the Life’ series. If you think your animal is the perfect match, email bestpets@hearst.co.uk with details of your pet, plus a series of snaps.*…

DAY IN THE LIFE

How to have good sex

I’ll never forget being at a networking event and a fellow guest asking what my job was. When I told her I help women and couples have pleasurable sex, she turned pale with shock. It’s not the first time what I do for a living has caused eyebrows to raise. It may be 2024, but there’s still so much taboo surrounding sex. It can come as a surprise that there are people like me, coaching others to feel satisfied with their sex life. In 2012, when I was 37, I qualified as the UK’s first certified sex coach, but if you’d told me 30 years ago this is what I’d end up doing as a job, I’d never have believed you… In my 20s, sex was something to be ‘done’, not enjoyed. You know…

How to have good sex

AT HOME WITH… Victoria!

With more than 100,000 Instagram followers on her @cherryvintagehome account, interiors lover, Victoria, inspires many with her charming country home...…

AT HOME WITH… Victoria!

THE NEIGHBOUR WANTS AN AFFAIR! Vanessa, my married neighbour wants to have an affair! I’ll be honest, I’ve always fancied the guy – but I’m single, he’s not. It really would be like all my late-night fantasies came to life if I did embark on an affair with him... but I don’t think it would be good karma... Charlotte, London Do you really want to sleep with your married neighbour with his wife a constant presence nearby? It might be a fun fantasy, but in reality, you will feel sneaky, dirty and embarrassed. This guy sounds like a selfish narcissist, focusing solely on his own pleasure. Where is his conscience? Where is his loyalty to his wife? If you give in to his request, you will be a convenience to him. He only has…

8 ways to practise self care every day

1 Talk to yourself kindly We all have an inner voice, and some of us an inner voice that can be critical, even unkind. While we often treat our friends with compassion, support their successes and buoy them up when they feel down, we’re not always so caring toward ourselves. Look in the mirror and try saying something kind. Remind yourself when you last did something thoughtful or smiled at a stranger. Remember all the things you’re good at and the people who are happy to see you every day. 2 Micro-tidying Clutter and mess can make us feel stressed and anxious. Worse still, sometimes it seems impossible to know where to start, or we feel that we’ll never have the time to sort stuff out. A micro-tidy means choosing just one thing…

8 ways to practise self care every day

‘You’ve got a nice line there, Chloe,’ said art teacher Dexter, peering at my canvas. ‘Follow the shape all the way through and you’ll have captured the essential appleness of an apple.’ Beside me, Bev suppressed a snort. The apples sat in a wooden bowl on a chair. I was wary of progressing to bowl or chair in case it was a challenge too far. Timidly, I voiced this concern during the coffee break in our evening art class. ‘Oh, you mustn’t think like that,’ Dexter insisted, pushing back his chestnut fringe. ‘Art is about interpretation. It’s up to you how you choose to interpret the different elements on view.’ Later, Bev told me I’d chosen to interpret the ‘still life’ compilation as Salvador Dali having a bad dream. ‘It’s you who suggested we try…

See the world from HELEN’S HILARIOUS VIEWPOINT...

MAKE DO AND MEND Call me a hoarder if you will (someone did this to me only yesterday) but I simply cannot bear to chuck things away that have been loved, or indeed, can continue to be loved with the right sort of attention. Not everyone agrees with me of course. Let’s start with my dry cleaners. In fact, they see me coming now. For those of you who regularly read this column, you will know that I favour the black jacket as a wardrobe style, and I’ve tended to stick with one particular favourite that is so old – our late Queen’s Jubilee was being celebrated when it was purchased in 2012. Through the years, this jacket has been darned, patched and even had a ‘re-build’ on a sleeve after…

See the world from HELEN’S HILARIOUS VIEWPOINT...

CANCER 22 June – 23 July Planets in your sign are making you feel mellow and confident – a lovely combination! You can cope with the unpredictable elements in your social circle, including the bad-tempered bossy ones, just by being your charming self. If you have to tell a few home truths you’ll be surprised at the clever things you come out with! LEO 24 July – 23 August The long days give you more energy, but you’re in that time of year when time on your own to reminisce will not go amiss. You may be fondly remembering the past, especially old loves and past kindness, but don’t wallow in nostalgia. What you learnt then can help your ambitions now – put this wisdom into practice. VIRGO 24 August – 23 September Enjoy lovely times with friends,…

Hugh hits the headlines!

A social media storm, whipping up after a famous face lets slip an inadvisable comment or an unpopular opinion, has been a common sight in recent years. This new satirical drama Douglas Is Cancelled sees Downton Abbey’s Hugh Bonneville star as a TV news host, who goes through just that after he makes a joke that looks set to end his career. ‘Douglas has been given the label of national treasure,’ says Hugh of his character’s slip-up. ‘But he’s also become more than a little complacent.’ The four-part drama has been written by Doctor Who and Sherlock’s Steven Moffat, and examines ‘cancel culture’ – where someone is subject to mass shaming on social media – and its aftermath. Doctor Who’s Karen Gillan stars as Douglas’ co-host Madeline, who Douglas naively hopes…

Hugh hits the headlines!

GIRLS’ NIGHT IN... ... AND OUT

This week’s must-see TV 1 My Lady Jane THURSDAY, AMAZON PRIME VIDEO This tongue-in-cheek comedy takes us to an alternative universe in which Lady Jane Grey – the teenage Tudor who became Queen of England for just nine days before being beheaded – cunningly saves herself from execution, a brave act which sets in motion this action-packed and saucy story of high romance. Newcomer Emily Bader plays the feisty Jane, while famous faces including Four Weddings’Anna Chancellor, comedian Rob Brydon and Killing Eve’s Edward Bluemel bring star quality to this fun and frothy eight-part romp. 2 Glastonbury 2024 BBC TV AND RADIO, STARTS THURSDAY Get front row seats to the world’s greatest musical festival – without the mud and smelly toilets. As always, there will be blanket coverage on BBC TV and radio. Headliners include Dua…

GIRLS’ NIGHT IN... ... AND OUT

The chemistry was there!

She found stardom in Killing Eve but here, 31-year-old Liverpudlian Jodie Cromer talks about the epic tale set in the Sixties and working with two of Hollywood’s most famous leading men - Tom Hardy and Austin Butler... Had you ever ridden a motorcycle before making The Bikeriders? Not really. I had been on the back of a really old and probably quite faulty motorbike once a long time ago but that’s about it. So I came to this not really knowing very much at all about motorbikes or bikers, which helped, in a way. How did it help? Because I got to enter into that world and experience everything new, just as Kathy does. I remember shooting the scene where she leaves the bar with Benny (played by Austin Butler) and ends up riding…

The chemistry was there!

SEARCH ME! Can you find the words in the grid? They will be placed only once and may be either horizontal, vertical or diagonal and go either forwards or backwards. There is one word listed that isn’t in the grid – can you work out which one it is? BASILISK BIGFOOT BUNYIP CENTAUR CERBERUS DRAGON FENRIR GRIFFIN HARPY HELLHOUND HIPPOGRIFF HYDRA MANTICORE MERMAID PEGASUS PHOENIX UNICORN WEREWOLF WYVERN YETI SUDOK-GO! Fill the grid using the numbers from 1 to 9 only. Each number must appear once in every column, row and 3x3 square. Now, off you sudok-go! WORD WHEEL Find as many words of three or more letters in the wheel as you can. Each word must use the central letter and a selection from the outer wheel – no letter may be used more times than it appears in the wheel. Can you find the nine-letter word? CODE NAME Each number from 1-26 represents a letter…

WIN 1 X £200, 2 X £100 OR 3 X £50 PRIZES The answer will appear in the shaded boxes and this is your prize answer. Enter by using the numbers at the top of the grid or at hearstmagazines.co.uk/bestcross2624 ACROSS 1 Relaxed and informal (6)4 One who judges a literary work (6)9 Direct or control a machine (7)10 Compress (7)11 Picture (5)12 Way in (5)14 From that time (5)15 Relaxed; not tense (5)17 Nearby (5)18 Move; agitate (7)20 Open-minded; given freely (7)21 Comment (6)22 Regardless (6) DOWN 1 Biscuit (US) (6)2 Plot outline for a play (8)3 Not asleep (5)5 Exile; fugitive (7)6 Melody (4)7 Film that makes one laugh (6)8 Trustworthy (11)13 The day after today (8)14 Not spiritual or sacred (7)15 Climbing tool (6)16 Actually (6)17 Private room on a ship (5)19…

Beautiful Ballycastle!

TRAVEL SNAPSHOT The small town of Ballycastle located in County Antrim, ticks all the boxes if you fancy a traditional seaside break. Base yourself at the Marine Hotel, which is directly opposite the stunning sandy beach and close to the harbour, where Morton’s serves up the best fish and chips! If you get a sea view room, look out across the sea to the cliffs that were famously used as Dragonstone in Game of Thrones. It’s also a short walk away from the town and a great base to explore everything the surrounding area has to offer. INSIDER’S GUIDE The Giant’s Causeway is only 20 minutes by car and this World Heritage Site shouldn’t be missed. Visitor Experience tickets start from £13.50 at nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/giants-causeway. Nearby is the Old Bushmills Distillery, where you can…

Beautiful Ballycastle!

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