If you’re focussing on your wellbeing in 2024, make sure you embrace the nicer side of looking after yourself alongside the less appealing parts. (Pre-work runs in the dark for example, or zero-fat cottage cheese.)
A countryside spa break is one of the most enjoyable healthy activities – a time to breathe in fresh air and open views, eat nourishing food, and let your thoughts unfurl while the bubbles in the hot tub gently tickle your toes.
In the North West, we have some fantastic spa hotels to choose from, including national and international award-winners. Here are six of the best for helping you feel relaxed and renewed.
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Buxton
Buxton Crescent Hotel and Spa
Buxton has long been a spa town but for many years it went without a high-quality spa. Then in 2020, the elegant 18th century Crescent building reopened as a five-star luxury hotel – with a restored Victorian spa pool fed by thermal water from the town’s ancient 27°C spring.
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Chester
Carden Park
Carden Park is one of the North West’s ultimate spa destinations. This place has won award after award, and deservedly so.
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Wilmslow
Champneys Spa at Mottram Hall Hotel
Champneys Spa at Mottram Hall Hotel has justly been awarded 5 Bubble Luxury status by The Good Spa Guide. It’s a very gentle spa experience, almost cocooning with soft lighting and the relaxing smell of Champneys products lingering in the air.
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Wirral
Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa
With its Roman-style bath, outdoor hydro pools, and gorgeous countryside views, Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa is high on our wish list for a dream weekend break.
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Huddersfield
Titanic Spa
Titanic Spa is the UK’s first eco spa with numerous awards including Marie Claire’s Best Sustainable Spa, World Luxury Spa Awards’ Best Luxury Spa Retreat (Global) and Best Eco Spa (Global).
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Burnley
The Woodland Spa
The Woodland Spa is a countryside sanctuary in its own country park with views of Pendle Hill and herds of deer. It’s about as relaxing as it gets, and that’s before you even get to the spa treatments.