Bauer Media’s Yours magazine celebrates its 500th issue with a special 116-page bumper issue led by cover star Judi Dench.
The ever youthful York native and Bond enabler talks about living well at 91, on her dreams of being a designer, and what it was like working with some of showbiz’s biggest names.
To celebrate this special milestone, the magazine is also inviting readers to help create a Yours Forest of Remembrance. Together, it aims to plant 500 trees, each one dedicated to a loved one and contributing to a meaningful cause. Donations will support Yours partner, Trees For Good Causes, which plants trees while raising funds for hospice care charities each year.
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The 500th bumper issue, on sale Tuesday 17 February, is also packed with all the usual favourites including:
- Prizes and cash worth £6,000
- Plus… an extra Real Life and Puzzles mag inside
- Touching real-life stories and chats with the stars including Esther Rantzen and another Yorkshire legend, Sheffield’s own Michael Palin
- Delicious comforting meals and retro bakes to try
- Inspiring ideas and trusted expert tips for your best life & style
- Latest fashion and beauty trends
Georgina Ventre, editor of Yours said: “We’re thrilled to celebrate our special 500th issue with a true Yours favourite and national treasure, Dame Judi Dench, as our cover star—along with a heartfelt interview. Our readers trust Yours to reflect what matters most to them, whether that’s expert health advice, uplifting real-life stories, or simply a warm and welcoming place to connect with others.
“Many of our loyal readers tell us that Yours is their ‘fortnightly treat’—a trusted companion that blends practical guidance with heartfelt storytelling and a timeless sense of belonging.”
Tammi Townley, publisher, added: “Reaching our 500th issue is an extraordinary milestone, and a true testament to the enduring bond between Yours and its readers. This celebratory edition is one of our most value‑packed yet, with £6,000 worth of prizes to be won, plus an extra Real Life & Puzzles magazine included at no additional cost.
“The heart of our success lies in the timeless appeal of Yours: it’s where the past meets the present. Rooted in tradition and shared heritage, the magazine offers a warm, familiar space for mature women who cherish kindness, family and community. By embracing nostalgia while staying relevant to today’s world, Yours has built the most loyal subscriber base in our business, with over 31,000 subscribers who trust us to be part of their lives every fortnight.”
Yours magazine, the UK’s top fortnightly lifestyle publication for women over 50, celebrated its 50th anniversary in March 2024, having launched in 1974 with a mission to champion and celebrate the lives of older people. Over the five decades since it has created a community of like-minded people with shared valued and a shared history.
