From swim-up bars to natural pools, outdoor saunas to private cabanas, spa gardens to sun loungers, UK spas are giving vacation vibes whatever the weather this summer.
Coast to country, cities to scenic villages, discover the best of all worlds with spa experiences that flow from inside spaces to spectacular outdoor wellbeing. Come rain or shine, you get holiday-level relaxation right on your doorstep, whether you plan in advance or book a spontaneous spa break.
If it’s forecast for sunshine this weekend, book a last-minute getaway where you can lounge in the pool until sunset. If the outlook is grey, head to an all-weather destination where you can swim in the rain or watch the wind blow from the comfort of a stylish thermal suite. If you’re booking in advance and want to cover all bases, then discover a whole host of destinations that give you a choice of indoor and outdoor facilities to explore.
Reconnect with nature and get a little island-life inspiration in the home counties, swim on the rooftops in the spa town of Buxton, lounge in private cabanas overlooking the pool, enjoy spa butler service, stroll through scented herb gardens to spa treatments in woodland retreats, and bathe in environmentally-friendly natural pools surrounded by wildflowers.
Whether you're looking for holistic harmony or summer celebrations with friends, romantic retreats that feel like they're a world away, soul-feeding smoothies or sundowners and spa treatments, you’ll find it all in Spabreaks.com’s Summer Edit.
Sauna culture has been on the rise in the UK, but as more of us discover the combined benefits of holistic wellbeing, including thermal experiences, cold water swimming, and being out and about in nature, it's outdoor saunas that are the UK’s latest (and enduring) wellness trend. Here's where to go.
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to work out why this fitness pastime gained traction in the pandemic years, but its continued popularity is testament to the feel-good-factor so many of us get from reconnecting with nature and moving in the great outdoors. Here's where to get started in spa style.
Wellness and the planet are inextricably linked, so what are spas doing to be more sustainable? Whether you're looking for a natural swimming pool, sustainable dining, Green Tourism awards, or a carbon neutral estate, eco-friendly spa experiences are awaiting your arrival.
A moment of mindfulness that's perfect for warmer weather - here are some of our favourite spa therapies that help you to reconnect with nature and yourself.
From Miami Beach vibes to being at one with nature, nothing says 'summer holiday' quite like a trip to the seaside - adding spa treatments to sun, sea and sand is the perfect combination for rest and relaxation.
There are few things as blissful as an English garden in summer time, but what really takes the cake is a spa garden. Replete with more than just swimming pools (although we love those), they take you from swim-up bars to rooftop infinity pools, private poolside cabanas with their own outdoor fridges, and even saunas with panoramic views. Here are a few favourite spa gardens for summer.
Few things are as soothing as sounds of the sea and views of the waves rolling in - unless you can combine the spa experience with coastal vistas. If you're in the mood for an oceanic experience, here are a few of our favourite spas with sea views.
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