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The Southwest of England is a region steeped in history. Blessed with rolling hills and stunning coastline, this area is home to some of the UK’s best beaches, trails, and national parks. We’ve put together a set of 8 stunning walks ranging in difficult from gentle 1 and 2 mile history laden strolls to more challenging hikes along the southwestern coastline and in some of the country’s most famous national parks.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 August 2023

Build strength in your shoulders, back and chest with this upper body circuit workout. Use your own body weight and free weights to build stronger muscles and sculpt your upper body.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 September 2015

Breast screening is the most effective way of detecting breast cancer early, yet many women are worried about the process. Here, real women who’ve had mammograms share their tips and experience.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 4 September 2017

From early on, women are taught to check for lumps in their breasts. But lumps aren’t the only sign you should see a specialist. Here are four more.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 17 June 2016

If your marathon is two months away, use this training programme to push yourself over the last few hurdles, where many start to flag.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 3 August 2021

A dislocated kneecap is a common injury, so it’s good to know what to do if you experience it. Tim Spalding, Specialist Knee Surgeon, explains how to tell if you’ve got a dislocated kneecap, why you might get one, and how to treat it.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 28 January 2020

As the UK Government continues to encourage those who can work at home to do so, new survey reveals that 80% of Brits feel working from home has had a negative impact on their mental health.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2020

Setting foot in your first yoga class can be a daunting experience if you don’t know what to expect. Yoga instructor Sam Graham explains the yoga basics, benefits, and some advice for your first class.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 18 August 2023

Bunions can be painful and their appearance embarrassing. Occasionally bunions can lead to more serious problems. Here's how to live with, and when to get rid of, your bunions.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 9 June 2016

With no waiting lists, Wendy was able to get rapid treatment for her varicose veins. Follow her journey with this interactive timeline and see just how quickly she was back to her best.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 15 August 2016

Workouts can be defined by a rating of perceived exertion (put simply, a way to determine how hard you are working).

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 22 March 2016

You don't have to give up on fitness when you are pregnant. Fitness Manager Marie Coburn provides a trimester-by-trimester guide to exercising safely.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 4 August 2016

If your marathon is six months away, use this training programme to set you off to a strong start.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 9 June 2016

If your marathon is three months away, use this training programme to push yourself past your expectations to build strength, stamina and speed.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Saturday 3 July 2021

It’s perfectly normal to want fresh, rejuvenated, and youthful skin. Unfortunately, certain products and treatments can do more harm than good in the long run.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 27 July 2015

If you’re wondering what a healthy cholesterol reading looks like, you’re not alone. Continue with Dr Unnati Desai to find out what your levels mean and what changes you can make to avoid a potentially problematic cholesterol reading.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 22 November 2016

Osteoporosis is often called the 'silent disease' and usually has no symptoms - that is, until you break or fracture a bone. Bone density scanning can calculate your risk in minutes. Here, we follow patient Sally Wood as she takes the test.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 19 October 2015

Whether you’re feeling inspired by Wimbledon, or you’re looking for a fun family activity you can play at the park with your family, tennis has something for everyone.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 30 June 2015

Healthy conversations with industry-leading experts and famous faces from the world of sport

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 5 June 2024

Head of Clinical Research and Outcomes, Dr Ben Kelly, explains the truth behind the hype.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 23 January 2019