From waiting in traffic to meeting deadlines at work, all these seemingly insignificant events soon pile up and take their toll on our physical and psychological wellbeing. This is why spa breaks have become so popular over the past few years, as they offer a fantastic opportunity to recover from the stress of daily life.
If you are considering treating yourself to a well-deserved spa break, you are definitely in luck, as the history of spas in the UK goes back several centuries, and today there are many fine establishments to choose from, many of which take treatments from the very first of the country’s spas during the Roman times. Below you will find a selected list of the best and most luxurious UK spas that you probably have never heard of, even as a beauty aficionado.
Cornwall Hotel and Spa, St Austell
Whereas some cities have a particular reputation for hosting cutting-edge local health and beauty services, others go unnoticed. This is the case of St Austell, a small town located in the heart of Cornwall. Luckily for those who are in search of a secret spa escape, the local health and beauty services are of outstanding quality. The Cornwall is a 4-star venue and its spa enjoys the most stunning location overlooking the woodlands of central Cornwall. The spa’s menu offers signature ritual treatments, personalised massage therapy, and a range of treatments for men.
Lakeside Park Hotel and Spa, Wootton
A trip to the Isle of Wight is a great way to leave the stress behind. The owners of Lakeside Park Hotel are well aware of this and have created one of the finest spa sanctuaries in the south of England. From the floor-to-ceiling windows of the spa, you will be able to admire the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on which this venue has been built. The views are soothing enough in their own right, and are complemented by top of the range treatments such as a la carte eye treatments, warm lavender body wraps, Thai foot massage, and Turkish Delight salt exfoliation treatments.
Rowhill Grange, Wilmington
If you live in the capital you will be pleased to know that there is a splendid venue where you can relax and pamper yourself in the outskirts of Dartford. The spa at Rowhill Grange features magnificent interiors inspired by the ancient and famed Roman baths. The lavish decoration and soothing atmosphere are only just one part of the attraction, as the spa is staffed by top professionals that are experts at making you feel like a million dollars. The spa’s menu includes bespoke treatments, yoga and body blitz classes, holistic treatments, and body infusions.
Before booking your relaxing getaway, look out for deals online. By doing so, you could be able to get some money off the original price of your spa break, making your hard-earned savings count (and possibly go towards another treatment). Remember that you don’t need to break the bank in order to treat yourself to a luxurious spa experience!
Kat Jones is a beauty obsessive from London. She writes about luxury and travel for a digital marketing company.
