Your health and wellbeing in retirement
Put you first
Once you’re retired, it’s more important than ever to stay healthy and active. And with the extra free time on your hands, you can. So now’s your chance to do those things you’ve always wanted to do, but never had the time for (until now).
Take a look at our tips on how you can take care of yourself, both mentally and physically – from staying healthy and volunteering through to retiring abroad and travelling.
Volunteering in retirement
Giving something back can be rewarding. That’s why so many people choose to stop working and start volunteering instead.
Financial tips for a golden gap year
See how to free up some cash so you can finally see those places you've only ever dreamed of visiting.
From gardening to gin making...
Meet five retirees whose lives have become that much more enriched by discovering new interests – and making more of existing ones.
Your mental health in retirement
Read more on the three mental health problems most likely to affect retirees and how to get help.
Read about what you can do with your money
The value of pensions and investments can go down as well as up and you may get back less than has been paid in.
Stop your pension from running out
Before taking an income from your pension pot, make sure there's enough in there to see you through retirement.
Can’t afford to retire?
If your pension pot is falling short of your ideal number, there are some things you can do to help.
Are you paying tax you don't need to?
There are practical things you can do to reduce your tax bill to make year-end tax planning much less taxing.
Need a helping hand with your finances?
If you're searching for expert help when it comes to managing your pension, you might want to look into financial guidance or advice.
Invest in property to fund retirement
Food for thought if you’re considering renting out a property to fund your retirement or you’re already a private landlord.
Reasons to opt-in to your workplace pension
No matter your age, with a workplace pension you'll benefit from a tax-free lump sum and maybe even employer contributions.
Want to talk to us about your finances?
We offer pension support and you can get tailored financial advice too. So if you need a hand, speak to one of our pension experts today.
What we can offer
See how we can help you get the most out of your retirement.
Annuity
It’s a way of using your pension pot to buy a guaranteed income for life – just like having a regular salary.
Income drawdown
It’s a flexible way of using your pension – taking it as and when you need it.
Equity Release
If you're a UK homeowner aged over 55, our lifetime mortgage is a way of borrowing money against your home to help you make the most of your retirement.
Take a look at each stage of your pension journey
From the planning stages through to taking your money, we're with you every step of the way.
Start retirement planning
Find out what you need to consider when you’re getting those pension plans in order.
Pension basics explained
A little confused by all the jargon? Let us take you through the pensions essentials.
Using your pension
See all the different ways you can start taking your pension money when you're ready.
Life in retirement
Learn what you should be thinking about as you approach retirement - and once you're retired.
Taking care of your finances
Understand how you can use your pension money to get even more out of retirement.
Retirement help and support
See how we can support you, no matter where you are on your retirement journey.