Hello everyone

W ell, spring finally feels underway after a

Jenni Murray

When it comes to what happens to your money after your death, our columnist advises careful preparation – or better still, following ‘the Daniel Craig plan’

Johnny Ball

The presenter, 86 – who helped popularise maths in the 70s and 80s – on meeting his wife Dianne and why he’s proud of his three children, including Zoe Ball

This month we talk… the pub

Each month our insight team conducts an in-depth poll of Saga customers to find out what you’re thinking. This month: your local

Welcome to April

F or 40 years now, Saga Magazine has

How to live to 100

With life expectancy increasing, the number of people with an age in triple figures is growing. We asked some of our centenarian readers for their secrets to longevity

ROCK OF (ALL) AGES

It started in a garden shed 20 years ago, but now Rock Choir has 30,000 members, and its founder, Caroline Redman Lusher, has been awarded an MBE

DENIM HEAVEN

From go-to jeans to stylish shirts, jackets and skirts, update your wardrobe with this eternally fashionable fabric

Courage under fire

Her bravery rescuing children from the Bosnian war earned Sally Becker the nickname ‘the Angel of Mostar’. Thirty years on, she is still saving lives

The last post?

They are a cornerstone of the high street in many towns and villages, providing vital services, but the UK’s remaining standalone Post Offices are earmarked for closure – much to the dismay of many residents

A good catch

Wild fishing has become fashionable – and here Kevin Adams, the author of a new book on the joys of off-the-beaten-track angling, explains why he’s fallen hook, line and sinker for it

lazy person's The guide to good housekeeping

It may be time for a spring clean, but nobody wants to spend all day slaving over the chores. Gaby Huddart, former editor of Good Housekeeping , offers her favourite time-saving hacks

‘Before I went to Northern Ireland, I’d never heard a bomb go off’

Our columnist spent many years reporting on The Troubles and is haunted by the horrific scenes he witnessed time and time again

Ask Annie

Our straight-talking, no-nonsense agony aunt Anne Robinson tackles the problems troubling you

Nature’s confetti

Blossom is the face of spring gardens, heralding the new season and promising a time of plenty to come. But there’s a darker underside to blossom, fuelled by strong passions and old superstitions

Rays of light

The clock change in late March heralds spring’s brighter, warmer days, so use the sun’s power to supercharge your plants

Easter fare

Chef and restaurateur Rick Stein plates up a starter and main course ideal for a delightful seasonal feast

Tried & tasted

A dessert that’s perfect for this time of year, but which ones offer a little slice of heaven?

All saints

With Holy Week approaching, our expert raises a glass to five patron saints of wine

Good sports

Whether you simply want to track your steps or need lots of stats from workouts, you can do it all with one of these watches

Cover stars

Is your trusted concealer no longer suitable for your complexion? Don’t despair, our expert has the best cover-ups for mature skin

Generation games

Our columnist is in denial about his hearing loss and reluctant to get an aid – much to the annoyance of his wife Joanna

Ask Dr Mark

YOUR QUESTIONS / WEIGHT LOSS INJECTIONS / NEUROPATHY

What’s the SKNNY on weight loss jabs?

A growing number of people use weight loss injections. There are three so far, with the latest rolled out on the NHS this month. But do they work, and are they safe?

Settle your nerves

One in ten over-55s suffers from debilitating numbness, pins and needles and pain in their hands and feet, known as peripheral neuropathy. But new treatments are now available – and some, quite literally, are electric…

Old age, young love

Time apart from Miranda has made our columnist reflect on the habits they’ve passed on to each other – both good and bad

Paul Lewis

As we reach the new financial year, our expert gives the lowdown on state pension increases, as well as changes in benefit payments and taxes

April 2025 Money news

The growing cost of essentials, why you should fight ‘late’ energy bills, Mastercard money back and can you cut your car tax?

LAND OF THE DRAGON

VIETNAM / CÁDIZ / LETTER FROM AMERICA

Win an all-inclusive cruise for two

Spirit of the Moselle is Saga’s new boutique river ship – and you could be one of the first to sail on her by entering our brilliant competition

Viva Cádiz

Spring is the perfect time to visit Europe’s oldest city – it embraces both culture and indulgence, and its peninsula location means you can top up your tan, too

Letter from America

‘Now the day ends with Trump going upstairs

A novel celebration

EXHIBITIONS / EVENTS / THEATRE / FILM / RADIO / PODCAST / TV

out and about

A moment in time Charles Baugniet, ‘After the

ON THE BOX

A gem theft, groundbreaking drama and not-so-good neighbours feature in this month’s sparkling selection of TV highlights

Brushes with destiny

From the ‘master of light and shadows’ to the master of the dark and twisty tale, this month’s novels are strokes of genius

letters

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grey matters

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The pub Quiz

9 Film directors and football, Jaffa Cakes and jet airliners all land in April’s tricky teasers

Christopher Dean

The world according to…

Word to the wise

The origins of some words and phrases can often seem like an April Fool’s Day joke, but many are quite literal, says our columnist, who shares some of her favourites