Ciara McGinley
Freelance Journalist
Ciara McGinley is a freelance journalist, editor and mindfulness meditation practitioner. She covers health, wellbeing and lifestyle topics for her favourite women's lifestyle publications. She's all about betting that mind-body connection, and takes her self-care and night-time routine very seriously... When she's not writing or teaching meditation, you'll find her trying out the latest wellness trend, escaping London for a hiking weekend or eyeing up pieces for her capsule wardrobe. Â
9 hallway runners for an inviting entryway
Give your guests a warm welcome
Plant sunflowers now: How to grow the tall, healthy blooms to add cheer to your garden
Expert top tips for growing these sunshine blooms
5 ways to enjoy a slower and calmer life this year
Three experts share their top tips for living slowly
The best waterproof jackets for whatever the British weather brings
Our pick of the best lightweight, breathable and waterproof jackets for men and women
Vet-approved: 6 essential hacks to prevent fleas this summer
Plus, why it's important to focus on both your pet and your home
25 happiest places to live in Britain for 2025 named – including 'asparagus capital of the UK'
Rated for the spectacular landscapes and rich culture
5 greenfly-repelling hacks you need to know about
As the greenfly population surges, these hacks could save your garden and houseplants
Who is Monty Don? Everything you need to know about the gardener and broadcaster
From his career history to his beloved dogs
Discover the UK's most spectacular flower spots that rival Chelsea
Add these spots to your bucket list
How gardeners can offer a 'lifeline' to wildlife during 'unusually dry' spring
A small act of kindness makes a big difference
Springwatch 2025: All the details to know – including a new location for this year
Here's everything we know about this year's series
The rise of outdoor saunas: Everything to know about the UK’s latest wellness trend
Britons are enjoying the Scandi way of life…
Cool-cationing: The refreshing 2024 travel trend we're taking into 2025
More than 40% of UK travellers said they were trying it in 2024
Blue Mind Theory: This is why you feel so calm near water
There's science to it...
'A secluded cabin in the woods changed my life forever'
Could two nights off-grid really help me slow down? I headed to the countryside to find out
Get exclusive discount on BBC Gardeners’ World Live tickets this year
Use this code for 20% off tickets
Our small desks edit: For a stylish and organised home office
Turn an unloved corner into a chic workspace
Experience days for couples: Unique and romantic days out to gift
Beekeeping, stargazing and luxury train rides to impress your loved one
12 forest getaways to get back to nature
Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple or a group, these are the best forest getaways to escape the crowds
Sleep tourism is the wellness trend to try in 2024
More than 30% of UK travellers are already on board
Inside enchanting five-bed 'Style Cottage' in Surrey
Do you agree it's a worthy name?
Can you water your allotment during a hosepipe ban?
Plus, expert tips on looking after your allotment during a dry spell
Ireland is offering people up to £68,000 to move to idyllic remote islands
So, what's the catch?
7 best dating apps and services for a slow, rural lifestyle
Meet fellow country lovers with our top picks
Cornwall pub wins competition for most nature-friendly beer garden
It features a pond and wildflower meadow
The best sustainable home in the UK is now on the market
Take a look around...
Vet reveals the 5 dog breeds she wouldn't own
And her personal reasons why
A Dorset farm has welcomed two rare-breed lambs
So adorable!
There's a tawny owl baby boom in a north of England forest
So sweet!
Dog digs to safety three days after becoming trapped underground in Scotland
The video is quite emotional
This humble Welsh cottage may look like a bungalow – but take a look inside
It's larger than it appears
Springwatch 2023: Meet the wildlife starring in this year's series
From Osprey to Water Vole
Where is Springwatch 2023 filmed? RSPB Arne in Dorset guide
It's one of the few places where all six of the UK's native reptiles can be found
Secluded cottage for sale on a Scottish island is the ultimate fixer-upper
It has the potential to be a beautiful family home
King Charles eyes up new plants to replace those eaten by rabbits at Highgrove
Even the royals have gardening dilemmas
Belgravia in Bloom 2023: first look at Belgravia's free flower festival
In partnership with the London Wildlife Trust
Vets reveal why you should always take your dog's collar off when inside
Many pet owners aren't aware of this...
Fully biodegradable wedding dress shown at Chelsea – and the images are beautiful
This is incredible
Chelsea Flower Show pays floral tribute to Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III
The tranquil garden will feature the first sculpture of the new King
Where to stay when visiting the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London
From luxury apartments to budget-friendly Airbnbs
Stay at The Farm at Avebury in the heart of Wiltshire
Luxury barns that feel like a home from home
A beautiful Grade II listed thatched cottage is up for sale in Cambridgeshire
Take a look around...
Inside Windsor Castle, a royal residence and location of King Charles' Coronation concert
Learn more about this historic site which will host today's Coronation concert
UK beach bans to come into force this summer, with fines of £1,000
Here's everything you need to know
This charming cottage with an indoor pool and sauna is for sale in West Sussex
Take a peek inside...
Sneak peek at the Coronation parade during dress rehearsals in the dark
Including the gold carriage
King Charles to be dressed in golden robes worn by the late Queen at the Coronation
The Royal Family shares a first look at the King's royal garments
The first of the King's National Nature Reserves is announced
To celebrate the Coronation, Natural England will announce 25 new National Nature Reserves
Coronation flypast schedule: When to look up over the South of England
It will fly over Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
How to manifest anything you want into your life
Manifesting experts Roxie Nafousi and Giselle La Pompe-Moore share their top advice
15 eco-friendly fashion brands you'll love
Bring slow fashion into your life
The Royal Family shares new photo of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh to mark their 73rd wedding anniversary
The picture also shows a sweet card made by Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis
