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Share how you spend your spare time with McCarthy and Stone - £100 voucher to be won

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LucyBGransnet (GNHQ) Tue 01-Sept-20 10:12:11
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We all know the blissful feeling of having a spare hour or two of precious me-time to do the things that make us feel good. While some might feel productive and get a few tasks done around the house, others may prefer to cook up a storm in the kitchen, have a coffee and a cake with friends or just do nothing in peace and quiet. With this in mind, McCarthy and Stone would like to know how you like to spend your spare time.

Here’s what McCarthy & Stone have to say: “At McCarthy & Stone we offer much more than bricks and mortar, we offer a lifestyle, somewhere you can feel safe and secure, make friends and socialise, enjoy the outdoors and have easy access to local amenities like shops, pubs and restaurants. From rural retreats and seaside living, to vibrant city centres and tranquil suburbs, our developments offer something for every taste.

With over 40 years’ experience of building tight-knit retirement communities, you can be confident that we can help find the perfect environment for you. Right now we’re offering to pay up to 100% of your service charge for up to 8 years* or give you 2 months’ rent free* on selected properties, don’t miss out this is a strictly time limited offer.”

*Terms and conditions apply

So, we are asking you: How do you love using your spare time? Do you prefer to keep an active mind and body, or prefer to indulge in leisurely activities to relax? Perhaps you love to go out in nature or maybe you prefer to wander around the high street and visit your favourite shops and restaurants nearby? Is there plenty of choice of things to do to occupy your spare time where you live? How important is it to you to be near to family and friends, and how do you share your spare time with them?

Whatever you do to keep yourself busy when you’ve got a spare hour or two, share on the thread below and you’ll be entered into a prize draw where one lucky Gransnetter will win a £100 voucher for a store of their choice (from a list).

Thanks and good luck!
GNHQ

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Dannydog1 Sat 12-Sept-20 17:43:39

Spare time means a walk with the dog or coffee and cake with a friend

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emziemay Sat 12-Sept-20 15:30:30

Have really got into gardening these last 6 months. Also doing a lot more reading which I am enjoying.

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rebekahdonnelly Sat 12-Sept-20 13:36:31

I love trying out new recipes and experimenting in the kitchen. I mostly try out new savoury dishes for main meals but sometimes I opt for the sweeter options. My favourite most recent trials were thyme and goose dripping roast potatoes and a lemon and basil posset with blackberries. Delicious.

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kathcake Sat 12-Sept-20 12:30:04

I like to enter competitions and spend time with my friends smile

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jocork Sat 12-Sept-20 12:12:14

I like puzzles and competitions and all types of crafts. I like to make things I can sell to raise money for charity or give as gifts.

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aspella Sat 12-Sept-20 12:02:37

I spend my spare time switching off from technology and trying to relax by doing jigsaw puzzles or reading. The only problem is I get carried away by saying one more piece or one more page and I often lose all track of time.

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pamelacook Sat 12-Sept-20 11:34:57

I regret to say I just sit on my computer going in for competitions - so I have family presents for Christmas and birthdays - hopefullY

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greig23 Sat 12-Sept-20 07:43:42

i love reading and watching films and walking

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marymod Sat 12-Sept-20 00:14:51

Working from home means that takes up too much of my time. I love reading, listening to music and watching some tv programmes. I have decided though that I need to get out more and aim to meet up with friends and go for a long walk at least every other day. I'm also planning on a more home-made Christmas this year and enjoying planning for that.

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Pjran Fri 11-Sept-20 23:33:39

I spend my time looking for good deals for my family to kit out their homes. Of course I can’t resist buying a few bits to update our home too.

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Tickledpink Fri 11-Sept-20 22:39:21

I love knitting. I like living near the sea and the fresh air. I like nature. I like browsing the shops in town and enjoy having lunch or tea with my mum. I love being a nan and visiting historic sites in the UK.

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jacksstephengran Fri 11-Sept-20 22:07:03

Comping and knitting

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Jess9887 Fri 11-Sept-20 21:07:56

I either like to read or take the dogs for a walk. I love being outside so curling up with a good book outside and a blanket if needed is bliss

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teenywhale Fri 11-Sept-20 21:05:44

Sewing, embroidery, reading, watching a film.

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RobinHorn Fri 11-Sept-20 18:52:17

I do a variety of things, like cycling, painting, drawing Baking, doing puzzles , and entering contests to stay active.

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HALA Fri 11-Sept-20 17:56:37

Painting, learning languages, playing scrabble, and reading.

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SuzC Fri 11-Sept-20 14:40:56

A pilates class or a long walk with the dog for activities. Reading a book if I want to relax.

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juicylucywb Fri 11-Sept-20 11:03:10

I love to run and cycle in my spare time. I'm lucky enough to live by the sea so it's beautiful scenery!

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rocketriffs Fri 11-Sept-20 09:08:38

I usually spend any spare time noodling on my guitar. Keeps me amused and entertained.

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Neasypeasy Fri 11-Sept-20 07:05:41

I like running. I aim for 5k 3x per week. I'm slow, but I enjoy it.

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amandajosie Thu 10-Sept-20 23:06:22

I've enjoyed learning how to say small pleasantries in other languages. It's amazing how relaxing it is but also how totally rewarding to put into practice. Smiles... makes the world a smaller place and need 'no language'.. but it's even better when a native word or two hits the heart.

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AuntDahlia Thu 10-Sept-20 19:00:22

Zooming around the Devon lanes in our vintage sports car, with the music turned up to 11!

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elizab Thu 10-Sept-20 18:54:18

i just love going for a nice long walk!

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kasgrant Thu 10-Sept-20 16:52:33

I like home cooking and baking. Love listening to an audiobook also.

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grannyactivist Thu 10-Sept-20 16:15:28

I have very little 'spare' time, but when I can snatch a few moments I research my own and other's family histories.

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