The Spa at Carden

The Spa at Carden frequently asked questions

Who owns The Spa at Carden?

The Spa at Carden is part of the Carden Park Hotel, a privately owned estate in Cheshire. The hotel and spa are owned by Steve Morgan CBE, a British businessman and philanthropist. The spa opened its doors in January 2020, following an investment of £10 million as part of a £20 million refurbishment of the hotel.

How do you get to The Spa at Carden?

The Spa at Carden is part of Carden Park Hotel, situated in Broxton, Cheshire, near Chester. It's around 15 minutes by car from Chester, 40 minutes from Manchester, and an hour from Liverpool. For those who are driving, there are 700 complimentary parking spaces available on site and they are easy to find from the M6. Carden Park is 14 miles from Chester Station, while Crewe Station is only 30 minutes away by taxi. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 60 minutes away and Manchester International Airport is 50 minutes away.

What is included in a spa day at The Spa at Carden?

What is included in a spa day at The Spa at Carden depends on the experience that you book. Spa facilities include a gym, fitness classes, a pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, bucket shower and sun shower, a 2,500 square metre spa garden with indoor and outdoor all-weather facilities, a Champagne bar in partnership with Bollinger, and a spa restaurant. There are 14 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemental Herbology, a British brand whose ethos draws on the five element theory, as well as the Made for Life product line in spa treatments for guests living with cancer.

What is near The Spa at Carden?

The Spa at Carden is set within the 1,000-acre Carden Park estate, offering a tranquil countryside setting. Nearby attractions include:

• Chester Zoo: One of the UK's largest and most visited zoos
• Chester Cathedral: A stunning example of medieval architecture
• Chester Racecourse: The oldest racecourse still in operation
• Delamere Forest: A beautiful forest ideal for walking and cycling
• Beeston Castle: A historic castle with panoramic views of Cheshire

When was The Spa at Carden built?

The Spa at Carden opened in January 2020, following a £10 million investment as part of a £20 million refurbishment of the Carden Park Hotel. Carden Park Hotel first opened as a hotel in 1997, however the estate's history dates to the early 17th century, when the land was acquired by the Leche Family who built an elegant hall and the grounds of the park landscaped and stocked with deer. The Hall was ransacked by Cromwell’s troops but survived until it burnt down in a fire in 1912, although much of the features were reprised in the rebuilt Resort which you see today. The three-acre vineyard was reinstated by the Estates team in 2008, now producing up to 6,000 bottles of Carden Estate Reserve sparkling wine. A full bunker refurbishment project was completed on the Cheshire golf course in 2014, reopening in April with a £100,000 investment. On 1st September 2014 Carden Park Hotel became an independent hotel.

What amenities does The Spa at Carden have?

In a 1000 acre estate in the Cheshire countryside, Carden Park is a luxury hotel and resort with 196 rooms and suites. The estate includes its own vineyard producing its own English sparkling wine, as well as two on-site 18 hole golf courses and a clubhouse. There are two restaurants - The Vines, which is an informal space as well as the more formal, Redmond’s which has an AA rosette for its fine dining overseen by Executive Head Chef, Graham Tinsley MBE. There are also two bars: Morgan’s Bar for cocktails or coffees, and Jack’s in the Clubhouse.

Spa facilities include a gym, fitness classes, a pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, bucket shower and sun shower, a 2,500 square metre spa garden with indoor and outdoor all-weather facilities, a Champagne bar in partnership with Bollinger, and a spa restaurant. There are 14 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemental Herbology, a British brand whose ethos draws on the five element theory, as well as the Made for Life product line in spa treatments for guests living with cancer.

Accessible facilities include:

• Concierge assisted parking
• Six accessible parking spaces
• Electric vehicle charging points
• Lower access desks for wheelchair access
• Hearing loop availability in reception
• Accessible entrances are available at the front of the hotel, the Carden Suite, the Shooting Suite, meeting rooms, The Spa at Carden, the Clubhouse, bedrooms and corridors
• Accessible toilets are available in the reception area, the Carden Suite, meeting room stable block area and the Shooting Suite
• Six accessible rooms are available, located on the first floor and the second floor with courtyard or estate views. There is also the option of a wet room bathroom or bath with a grab rail
• Redmond’s Restaurant, Elements, The Vines, Morgan’s and Jack’s Bar are accessible for dining

What are the food and drink options at The Spa at Carden?

There are two restaurants - The Vines, which is an informal space as well as the more formal, Redmond’s which has an AA rosette for its fine dining overseen by Executive Head Chef, Graham Tinsley MBE. There are also two bars: Morgan’s Bar for cocktails or coffees, and Jack’s in the Clubhouse.

How many treatment rooms are there at The Spa at Carden?

There are 14 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemental Herbology, a British brand whose ethos draws on the five element theory, as well as the Made for Life product line in spa treatments for guests living with cancer.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in at The Spa at Carden is 3pm while check-out is 11am. Spa opening times are Monday to Wednesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, and Thursday to Sunday 8:30am to 9:30pm. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.