Joslin Rhodes

20/10/2026

People don’t suddenly change when they stop working.

They simply have more time to be who they already are.

Retirement isn’t about becoming someone new.

It’s about having the freedom to spend more time doing the things that make you, you.

If you’d like to think about what your next chapter could look like, our team are always here for a conversation: https://www.joslinrhodes.co.uk/contact-us/

25 Years. 25 Things You’ve Taught Us.

16/10/2026

Is Equity Release really safe?

If you’ve thought about unlocking money tied up in your home, you might have concerns about whether it’s safe and what it could mean for your family.

Equity Release is a legitimate, regulated financial product, but it’s not right for everyone. Modern plans include important safeguards, although there are still risks to understand, including the impact on your inheritance, benefits and the amount you owe over time.

So, before you rule it out or decide it’s for you, why not get the facts?

Join us for our free Equity Release Workshop on Thursday 22 October, 6-7pm, in our Preston Farm Planning Rooms.

We’ll explain how Equity Release works, talk through the different options available and cover the alternatives worth knowing about too.

It’s a chance to get your questions answered and better understand if it’s right for you.

Book your free place here: https://www.joslinrhodes.co.uk/workshops/free-equity-release-workshop/

14/10/2026

We’re looking for a few new members to join our Client Support Team! 👋

If you’re someone who enjoys helping others, likes to keep things organised and takes pride in getting the little details right, this could be the opportunity for you.

As a Client Support Administrator, you’ll play an important role in supporting our clients, from managing paperwork and maintaining accurate records to keeping client policy information up to date and helping ensure things run smoothly behind the scenes.

And you don’t need previous experience in Financial Services.

You’ll get full training, along with plenty of support from the team around you.

There’s also a great range of benefits, including private medical insurance, income protection and much more.

So, if you’re looking for your next move and fancy joining the Joslin Rhodes team, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Find out more and apply: https://www.joslinrhodes.co.uk/jobs/client-services-administrator/

13/10/2026

Life doesn’t stop being interesting at a certain age.

New chapters can begin at any point.

We’ve seen it happen many times.

From new hobbies and adventures to simply enjoying more time with family, retirement can open the door to experiences people never expected.

Read some of our clients’ stories and see how different people have created their own happy retirements: https://www.joslinrhodes.co.uk/testimonials/

25 Years. 25 Things You’ve Taught Us.

12/10/2026

The Budget is on 28 October, and the rumours are already flying.

Could the rules around your tax-free pension cash change? 🤔

Will you pay more tax on your State Pension? What about the Triple Lock? And what could it all mean for your retirement?

Some changes we know are already on the way. Others are just speculation.

In our latest blog, we look at what’s being discussed, what we know and how it could affect you.
👉 Read it here: www.joslinrhodes.co.uk/blog/2026-budget-predictions

10/10/2026

For some, it’s travel.

For others, it’s time at home.

For many, it’s simply having choices again.

There’s no single definition of a happy retirement.

It’s about creating a future that works for you.

Our free Retirement Savings Guide can help you think about what your ideal retirement looks like and what you might need to support it: https://www.joslinrhodes.co.uk/resources/free-retirement-savings-guide/

25 Years. 25 Things You’ve Taught Us.

09/10/2026

This month, our dress-down day is all about supporting someone very close to home.

On 25th October, our very own Kai Stanley will be taking on a 14,000ft Spooky Skydive. Yes, you read that right... he’s jumping out of a plane! ✈️

He’s taking on his “Kai in the Sky” challenge to raise money for Age UK Teesside , a cause that’s particularly close to his heart.

His grandma's been there for him throughout his life, so supporting a charity that helps older people stay independent, connected and supported means the world to Kai.

Age UK Teesside does brilliant work across our local community, from tackling loneliness to helping older people with their health, wellbeing and independence.

We’ll be doing our bit with a dress-down day, but if you’d like to support Kai too, you can donate to his JustGiving page below. 💙

Donate to Kai’s JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/kai-stanley-1

Good luck, Kai! We’ll be keeping our feet firmly on the ground while you take to the skies!

08/10/2026

It’s October already, how did that happen? 🍂

The darker nights are creeping in, and suddenly we’re heading towards the end of the year.

So, if your pension is something you’ve been meaning to get your head around, let’s make October the month you finally get to grips with it.

Join us Thursday 15th October from 6pm–7pm at our Preston Farm Planning Rooms for our free Pension & Retirement Planning Workshop.

We’ll chat about:

• The key questions to ask before retiring
• How different pensions work
• Taking your tax-free pension lump sum
• Making your money last throughout retirement
• Planning for the lifestyle you want

It’s relaxed, straightforward and a chance to ask those pension questions you’ve likely been puzzling over for months.

Spaces are limited, so save yourself a seat here: https://www.joslinrhodes.co.uk/workshops/pension-retirement-planning-workshop/

06/10/2026

Every retirement looks different.

Some people slow down.

Some people stay busy.

Some people try new things entirely.

There isn’t a right way.

Just your way.

That’s why retirement planning should always start with understanding what matters to you.

If you’d like to talk through your own plans, our team are always happy to have a conversation: https://www.joslinrhodes.co.uk/contact-us/

25 Years. 25 Things You’ve Taught Us.

14/06/2019

It’s this weekend so if you haven’t got anything organised yet, don’t worry it’s not too late. We’ve a great selection of events to keep you busy.
If he’s into car racing, take him to the British Drift Championships at Teesside Autodrome on Saturday from 9.00am and see whose got ability to win.
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Then after a busy day watching racing, head over to the Mecure Darlington Kings Hotel Father’s Day Weekend event for a relaxing Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea from 5.00pm and enjoy some well earned treats.
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On Sunday, if he’s into golf, join the Open Pairs Golf Competitions at Rockliffe Hall and see whether you and your dad can come first from 9.00am.
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07/06/2019

It’s the 75th Anniversary of the D-Day landings and as usual we’ve got a few things to keep you occupied in this week’s
If you fancy some artisan food and drink head over to to the Farmer’s Market from 9.00am on Saturday 8th and get yourself some fancy food and an array of other local goodies.
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Then on Saturday evening get yourself a ticket for the and join the D-Day Landings 75th Anniversary with WW2 food and music from 6.00pm. It’s sure to be an entertaining evening of great food, songs and remembrance.
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On Sunday 9th get yourself a bankside seat for the and enjoy a day of racing and bankside entertainment from 8.00am. Don’t forget your picnic blanket.
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31/05/2019

This weekend sees the beginning of June, and to start your month off in a good way we’ve got a few events to keep you busy.
If you fancy a trip back to the 90s and beyond, are performing at the on Saturday from 6.30pm. Including all their greatest hits, it’s sure to be a fantastic show.
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If, however, you’re more into , put your detective hat on and head over to for a fantastic crime solving night with from 7.00pm
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Then on Sunday relax at the June Lazy Sunday Crafternoon at from 12.00pm for an afternoon of and woolly retail therapy.
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24/05/2019

It’s and this week’s has plenty to keep you entertained.
If you’re into knitting and crochet, why not pop along to the Knit n Natter group on Saturday from 1.00pm at All Things Wool in Stockton on Tees and get creating something fabulous with other like-minded creatives.
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Or if you’re more into shopping, what about Hartlepool’s Maritime Market from 10.00am on Saturday. With a range of stalls from handmade gifts, to artisan food, eco friendly products and fresh local produce alongside live music and entertainment, there’s something for everyone.
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Then on Sunday head over to Darlington Hippodrome for their Solid Gold Rock N Roll Show 2019 from 7.30pm. A whole host of singers and groups will entertain you with some of the biggest, best rock n roll tunes from the fifties and sixties.
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17/05/2019

It’s that time of the week again. Another to keep you busy:
If you’re a reader and love meeting authors in person, head over to Guisborough Bookshop to get yourself a signed copy of ‘Jump Rocky Jump’ by Rocky Taylor from 11am Saturday 18th.
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Then on Saturday night get yourself some tickets to Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra at Middlesbrough Town Hall from 7.30pm and enjoy a quality musical night.
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Then on Sunday 19th Head of Steam in Darlington are hosting a Vintage Vehicle Rally from 10am and includes a range of unusual vehicles and activities to keep you busy.
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10/05/2019

It’s that time of the week again. Time to decide how to fill your days with

If you’re into history why not head over to ’sBirthplaceMuseum to find out about Cook’s first voyage as part of ’s . You’ll also get a nice cuppa and a biscuit from 11.00am on Saturday 11th. https://buff.ly/2DTeT23

Then in the evening how about the sounds of ? One of the most well-known tribute shows starts at 7.00pm on Saturday 11th at The Forum Music Centre in . https://buff.ly/2VSWzju

But, if you’re more into fitness, how about a 5K run along from Tuned In to the Gare. They’ve got medals, trophies and a BBQ at the end, what’s not to love? It starts at 10.00am at on Sunday 12th May. https://buff.ly/2V3ScxD

03/05/2019

It’s once again and we couldn’t pass up the opportunity of commemorating international .
If you’re in Stockton high street on Saturday 4th there’s a Star Wars meets Super Cars event taking place from 10.00am. Get along and
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Then on Saturday evening head over to from 7.30pm to see ’s and find out whodunnit.
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Finally on Sunday go and see the exhibition from 10.00am at the in and engage with the result of 12 months of research to bring an interactive celebration of the region’s steel and industrial heritage.
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02/05/2019

In this week’s we’re traveling back in time 40 years to Middlesbrough town centre in 1979.
A bird’s-eye view shows an almost unrecognisable town to the one we know today. Taken before the Hill Street Centre, Middlesbrough Bus Station and the A66 were built, it’s hard to see which parts of the town are the same.
What you can see though, is the unbelievable amount of car-parking spaces, something that’s definitely not on the modern-day version of the same vantage point.
Do you remember Middlesbrough like this?
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No Hill Street Centre, no bus station and no A66 running through the town centre - do you remember how it used to look 40 years ago?

26/04/2019

It’s time for and this Easter weekend we’ve got plenty to keep you busy.

If you fancy a treat how about a spot of Afternoon Tea at Thirsty Souls in Stockton? Get yourself booked in from 1.00pm on Saturday for some lovey cakes and drinks to celebrate the bank holiday. https://buff.ly/2KGloLe

If the theatre’s more your thing, how about Middlesbrough Theatre’s production of ‘The Trials of Oscar Wilde’, following a sell-out run on the West End? Get your tickets now for Saturday from 7.30pm. https://buff.ly/2KAEORB

Then on Sunday 21st, why not celebrate Easter with a chocolate workshop at Raby Castle? Workshops run throughout the day starting at 10.00am. Learn how to make all kinds of chocolate and take a bar home with you. Yum! https://buff.ly/2GnVasM