It is all about unwinding. Stress is bad for the body and bad for the soul. There are many ways to de-stress yourself, and one of the nicest is to go and get seriously pampered on a Spa or leisure break.
Holbrook House Hotel and SpaRating:
(3* Stars)
Holton BA9 8BS
Holbrook House is a traditional Country House Hotel, set in seventeen acres of beautiful parkland and gardens. Boasting an award winning restaurant, luxury accommodation and a fully equipped Spa, Holbrook is the perfect place for a relaxing break. All located within easy reach of the A303 and just outside the racing town of Wincanton in Somerset.Stimulate, Mind, Body and Soul in Holbrook's tranquil surroundings.Discover the benefits of a club that lets you unwind and be pampered. Our approach to health and fitness sets Holbrook apart from the average fitness club.A team of friendly, professional staff. A state-of-the-art fitness suite with a range of cardio-vascular and resistance equipment, free weights and cardio-theatre.Heated indoor swimming pool, spa, sauna and steam room.
Best Western Ripon Spa HotelRating:
(3* Stars)
Ripon HG4 2BU
The Ripon Spa is set in beautful gardens in the centre of the ancient city of Ripon just 10 minutes from the A1. People come to Ripon to see the magnificent cathedral, famous racecourse and nearby attractions of Harrogate, York, Fountains Abbey and North Yorkshire Moors and Dales. The Ripon Spa is the ideal venue to explore all of the above whilst staying in comfort. A fine Edwardian building, the Ripon Spa Hotel is peacefully situated in several acres of attractive gardens, just five minutes walk from the heart of Ripon with its historic Cathedral and Market Place and ten minutes drive off the A1M. The 40 en-suite bedrooms are well equipped and individually furnished with many overlooking the grounds. All recently refurbished the rooms offer all modern facilities including, Tea/Coffee making, hairdryer and trouser press. Close to Fountains Abbey (4 miles) and Studley Royal Gardens the hotel is an ideal base for sightseeing with a wealth of historic houses, National Trust properties, picturesque villages and glorious Yorkshire countryside on the doorstep. Ripon is the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales with the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, twenty five minutes drive away.
Donnington Valley Hotel and SpaRating:
(4 Stars)
Newbury RG14 3
The New Destination! Now with 111 brand new air conditioned rooms and suites and a new 2,000 sq metre state of the art Health Club and Spa. Overlooking the 18 hole par 71 golf course.The friendliest hotel in Newbury, Donnington Valley Hotel is a fantastic retreat! All of the 111 bedrooms have been recently designed to include Egyptian cotton duvets, marble bathrooms, air conditioning, wire free access and laptop safes. The Winepress Restaurant serves excellent food, has an impressive wine list with 300 wines, which 30 are served by the glass. Brand new exclusive Health Club and Spa. Boasting an 18m lap pool, a large Jacuzzi, a sauna, steam and aromatherapy room, a state-of-the-art gymnasium, a dance studio and six treatment suites, the Health Club Spa will help to make Donnington Valley 'The New Destination' in the Thames Valley.Donnington Valley Golf Club, situated next to Donnington Valley Hotel, also boasts a challenging 18-hole, 6536 yard, par 71 course that is described as unequalled in terms of beauty, accessibility and amenities.Whatever your reason to visit Donnington Valley ? A spa break, a birthday party; a wedding, a weekend away or a golf break...You are certain to have an unforgettable experience!