Take a Break Weekly

Take A Break Weekly is Britain’s best-selling women’s magazine that’s all about you and your life. Each week we share your compelling true-life stories, the latest health, fashion and beauty tips, plus cookery and travel. Don’t miss our exciting competitions with fabulous must-win prizes.

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Take a Break WORLD • Where everyone loves life

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LOVE ON THE RUN • I was married with kids so what was I doing helping a convicted killer escape from prison?

Your Brainwaves • Tips, tricks and bright ideas

'But it was an accident' • My baby girl had been rushed to hospital, but after being given the most devastating news the police dropped a bombshell.

YOUR BIG Bonanza

SHOULD THERE BE CHILD-FREE PUBS? • With McDonald’s rolling out an adult-only zone in one of their restaurants, some customers have argued that more hospitality venues should do the same. So, we ask…

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NOW 4 SOMETHING Different

THE JEAN GENIE • Stuck styling jeans? Our guide’s got you covered

A CUPPA and a CATCH-UP! • We know you love an uplifting real-life story, so put the kettle on and enjoy our cheerful tea-break trio – quick reads to put a smile on your face

FIND THE Money!

We’re in this TOGETHER! • I’d wanted to lose weight for years, but it took a near-tragedy to make me take action.

YOUR BIG Relax

The most honest advice around

3 ways to… REST WITH A COLD • Recover faster with these expert-approved sleep tips

Help your relationship SPRING TO LIFE! • Long-term romance in need of a refresh? Here’s how to clear out those winter cobwebs and get your love blooming again…

‘I CAN’T DIE!’ • When my earache exposed something deadly, I found strength from my little girl

Code BREAKER • Crack our CODE BREAKER and discover the winning word…

My head’s ON FIRE!’ • One minute I looked like I’d stepped out of the salon, the next like I’d stepped out of a boxing ring. What the heck had happened?

Love in EVERY BITE • Serve up some romance with our Valentine’s meal deal

This is for you, Jean! • As Charles Wylie approached a very big birthday he decided to take on a terrifying feat. And, inspired by the love of his life, the daredevil pensioner didn’t stop there

For the love of Charlie • For 115 days we held on to hope and found happiness in the most unexpected place.

ROOM FOR ROMANCE • Fill your home with love using pretty pinks and rich reds

QUESTION Time • The answer to each question can be found in the box at the bottom. Cross them off as you go.

HATCH-IT job! • Half asleep, I went online and made an eggstra-ordinary purchase.

Take a break… AND FIND ROMANCE • Enjoy a dreamy couples break for under £300pp

A UK SEASIDE BREAK!

Picture POINTER • Write your answers to the word and picture clues in the direction shown by the arrows.

Saviour in a cuddly BEAR • Nan was always there for me in life. And, even in death, she found a way to reach me.

Life Stars • This week’s stars with Rosalie Jones

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YOUR BIG Supermarket SPREE

‘You’re MINE Valentine’ • I’d been looking forward to a romantic night in with my fella. But when he began making accusations, things got scary.

YOUR BIG Cash Stash! • YOUR BIG Cash Stash is a brand-new puzzle with a brand-new prize! Solve our crossword to find out what’s inside our treasure chest and you could be in the money. There’s a different amount up for grabs EVERY WEEK

I’m a winner! • ‘It could be...