Name a better feeling than slipping into a soft, white dressing gown, switching your phone to ‘out of office’ and being thoroughly taken care of? Our UK spas are so dreamy, you don’t have to travel far to find exactly this kind of escapism.
From cosy country retreats that feel like you’ve left the world behind, to a beachside haven, or even a secret oasis in the centre of our biggest cities, there’s so many spas to choose from. Each offer up something different, whether you’re looking for all-organic treatments (hello, Bamford), fine dining to follow your facial (see: Glasgow’s Blythswood Square and London’s 45 Park Lane), pool cabanas with an ocean view (check out The Nici) or a sauna overlooking the forest (thank you, Galgorm).
We love a solo or group spa sesh, so depending on how your social battery is doing, you can while away a day being preened and pampered by a stranger you don’t have to make small talk with, or you can chill with friends poolside and catch up over a mani and a glass of fizz.
Of course, if you’ve taken a day out of your schedule and splashed out on some dedicated TLC, you’ll want to know that you’re in for a relaxing ride, with all the expertise on hand to give you exactly what you need, so we’ve carefully selected the best UK spas that will offer you the rest and relaxation you crave. *Inhales*. Ahhhhh, relaxation at its finest…
Keen to head somewhere abroad? Check out our guides to the best spas in Europe and the best spas in the world.