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OUR GUIDE TO THE LATEST TRANSFORMATIONAL BREAKS, FROM GROUP HEALING IN HAMPSHIRE TO A TENNIS CAMP IN SICILY. TAP IN AND COME HOME FEELING BETTER AND STRONGER (OR SERVING HARDER) THAN BEFORE…

Fire up the barbecue for these tasty weekend feasts Sticky barbecued short ribs and slaw These can be made a couple of days ahead – perfect for fuss-free entertaining. SERVES 8 PREP 20 MINS, PLUS MARI

With summer almost over and kids getting ready to go back to school, many of us will be thinking about eating better and feeling energised. If you’re looking for some inspiration, the recipes in this five-day plan from Slimming World will help you get started. Follow the plan for two weeks and you could lose up to 7lbs.*

There’s a host of wines to explore, so why not step out of your comfort zone and pour something new? Here’s our guide to the best the season has to offer, plus tips on how to make the most of exploring – and sharing – new tasting adventures this autumn

(by the women who’ve done it)