Anyone who has spent a little time in Cheshire knows what an incredibly beautiful place it is. So for a weekend getaway that’s exactly where we like to head, especially when the team at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel are there to greet us…

1) The hotel is set in 27 acres of mature woodland and gardens, which sets the tone rather nicely for rest and relaxation. Just imagine waking up to this…

2) Following a £1.4 million renovation, the spa and leisure areas are now home to a gym, pool, dance studio with natural lighting, thermal suite, mud rasul, and a collection of holistic treatments. In short, this could be you…

3) It’s a great place to visit with groups thanks to the capacity to accommodate up to 28 people in a party, which brings me back to the thermal suite and mud rasul treatment room – all experiences that are definitely made for sharing.

4) Continuing the group theme, despite the serene surroundings the hotel is just a short drive from Chester, which is home to the famous racecourse, not to mention oodles of attractions including the Roman amphitheater, Chester Zoo and the Ness Botanical Gardens.

5) Something that parents the world over will appreciate – this is a hotel and spa that embraces guests of all ages, so for families it’s a great destination. There are children’s swimming times throughout the day and the restaurant is flexible, knowing that little taste buds sometimes need you to go that extra mile…