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Gourmet Society . How to Grow Lillies . Larkin's Jazz
Dine out - 2 for the price of 1
Fantastic discounts at over 4000 UK restaurants, from Michelin Starred to national chains »
  Showgirls of the Garden
Lilies - with care they will give a magnificent show each year. Tips and advice from Iain Ferguson »
  Larkin's Jazz
A fantastic 4-disc box set of classic jazz, all favourites of critic and poet Philip Larkin's »

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Fly Fishing . History of Lillies . How to Help Honey Bees
Why go Fly Fishing?
Ally Gowans explains why there are millions of passionate participants around the globe »
  From Whence the Lily
History shows Lily illustrations on Minoan pottery in Crete from as long ago as 1500 BC »
  10 Ways to Help Honey Bees
With so few wild honey bee colonies British Beekeepers are vital to their survival »

MORE FUN THINGS TO DO - HOBBIES & INTERESTS FOR OVER 50s
Have your Antiques Valued by Eric Knowles & Henry Sandon
in Antiques Antics »


Allotments
The Sheer Satisfaction of Growing Your Own by John Harrison »

Kitchen Gardeners of the World Unite!
Roger Doiron talks about the growing global community of gardening gastronomes »

Bridge - A Beautiful Game
One of the most enduring games in the world - by Matt Betts of the English Bridge Union »

'Real Parents' Need You
Audrey Daniels is a volunteer 'Real Parent' making a real difference. Could this be you »

Anyone for Croquet?
Why is it so extraordinarily attractive to those who play? The Croquet Association explains all »

English Book Club Breaks
Enjoy the beauty of northern England and take inspiration from the region's classic writers »
. Sunday Lunch & all that Jazz!
Ronnie Scott's, the best jazz club in the world, top-notch jazz and lunch from award winning chefs »

Paint with a Master
A beginner's "exhilarating" studio painting experience with artist Caroline Hulse »

Pigeon Racing - Fancy That!
Peter Bryant of the Royal Pigeon Racing Assocation presents a different perspective »

Real English Tea
As well as growing tea, the Tregothnan Estate, Cornwall, has a world leading botanical garden »

The Benefits of House Sitting
Confidence in maturity. This is an enjoyable occupation where age is very much on your side »

Lace Making
An ancient craft dating from Roman times. Today practised in many clubs and schools »
. Clive plays for Marie Curie
Clive Anderson is supporting this exciting Bridge Tournament which is raising vital funds. Join in »

Wine Tasting Events
Wine Society members get together to learn more about wine or simply to enjoy it »

Knitter Knatter
Knitting is going through a renaissance but have you ever wondered how it all began? »

The Art of Hand Embroidery
Day, weekend and longer courses. The Royal School of Needlework, Hampton Court Palace »

Enamels and Enamelling
Learn about the materials and techniques from The Guild of Enamellers »

Greek and Latin Classics
Co-produced by The Open University - an ambitious series by BBC Radio 3 »


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Over 50s challenges
Mini Antiques Roadshows with Eric Knowles and Henry Sandon from BBCs Antiques Roadshow




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Fun things to do for over 50s and over 60s men and women

Over 50s interests

If you haven't yet visited GiddyLimits then now is the time. You will find plenty of ideas, challenges, inspiration and information - interesting things to do, places to see, new hobbies to take up, crafts, skills, cultural pursuits and learning opportunities with the Open University. And never think you are too old to take up something new. We have inspirational stories from people who have changed their lives and careers, taken up new skills and learnt something entirely new.

Hobbies for over 50s and over 60s

  • Creative Writing
  • Croquet
  • Painting with an Artist
  • Knitting
  • Embroidery
  • Genealogy
  • Bridge
  • Greek and Latin Classics
  • Kitchen Gardens
  • Allotments
  • Interests for over 50s

If you're over 50 or over 60, retired or still working hard

Now's your time to have more fun, learn something new, try something wild, be creative, be different, give something back, support a cause, laugh with new people, love your life ....


over fifties and over sixties interests