The Day Spas You Need to Book Now
Get a fast fix at one of these luxurious day spas
Turkish Baths Harrogate
With a history spanning more than 125 years, whether you’ve got a couple of hours or a full day to spare, spend time at these iconic baths indulging in a range of treatments from facials, mud wraps and massages to reiki and reflexology, as well as enjoying access to a steam room, three heated chambers, and a cold plunge pool. Between treatments, relax in the frigidarium lined with reclined beds.
Don’t miss: In the centre of the town, these iconic Victorian Turkish Baths have been lovingly restored and are one of only seven left in the country which date back to the 19th century.
Parliament Street, Harrogate HG1 2WH
01423 556746
turkishbathsharrogate.co.uk
The City Baths
With a central location in Newcastle, the historic Grade II-listed Turkish Baths and spa at The City Baths have been recently refurbished to offer a unique and immersive experience. Signature treatments include a range of soothing and hydrating 30- or 60-minute facials, including the Champagne & Truffles Deluxe Treatment. For massage lovers, there are full body, muscle workout or hot stone massages and even a new beginning’s mum-to-be massage, plus 30-minute whole body or foot exfoliation. And if you’ve ever had a spa treatment and wished you could have just a little more – don’t stress, The City Baths’ special 15-minute ‘side orders’ offer a great selection of hand, foot or shoulder pampering options to add to a main treatment. With private relaxation booths for two, the gently warming tepidarium, a hotter caldarium, a laconium for real heat lovers and a cold plunge shower, you can enjoy a two-hour Turkish Bath experience with or without treatments as you wish.
Don’t miss: The Signature Skin Nurturing Full Body Experience; 90 minutes of polishing and nourishing to leave you smooth snd soothed.
Northumberland Road, Newcastle NE1 8SG
0191 261 7207
city-baths.co.uk
Serenity Spa at Seaham Hall
This award-winning spa is a seaside sanctuary. With carefully-curated spa days (and stays) available which include full use of all the facilities, sweat your troubles away in the eucalyptus steam room or salt sauna, or play it cool in the plunge pools, hydrotherapy pool and ice fountain. Spend time relaxing in the Zen garden and infinity pool or take advantage of the many treatments available including hot stone massages, deep tissue massages and even hypnotherapy sessions.
Don’t miss: The full body seaweed wrap – a scrub and wrap combo which boosts energy and improves skin tone.
Seaham Hall, Lord Byron’s Walk, County Durham SR7 7AG
0191 516 1400
seaham-hall.co.uk
City Retreat Salon and Spa
With space for up to six people, and available for a few hours or the whole day, the private spa suite in award-winning City Retreat’s Jesmond salon is a great place to relax and indulge. With a private sauna, steam room, shower room and relaxation space included, choose from a wide range of spa days which include the Signature Sheer Indulgence Spa Retreat with an Elemis Signature Full Body Massage and 55 Minute Pro-Glow Facial, Signature Manicure and Pedicure, and afternoon tea with a glass of Prosecco.
Don’t miss: The Two’s Company Re-charge and Relax Retreat: a three-hour retreat for two with full body massages or a Pro-Glow facial and a post treatment relaxation period in the Private Spa Suite with a complimentary glass of Prosecco and cupcakes.
48 Osborne Road, Jesmond, Newcastle NE2 2AL
0191 281 9222
city-retreat.com
The Devonshire Spa
Adjacent to The Devonshire Arms Hotel, the spa here has all the staples including a vitality pool, sauna, steam room, rasul chamber and lounge. It also offers Temple Spa treatments and holistic therapies such as bespoke facials, deep tissue massages and relaxing CBD massages. They run excellent extended wellness stays too, and often offer special overnight spa breaks to help you relax even more.
Don’t miss: The Secret Spa village, tucked behind the main spa, where beautifully finished bell tents provide the perfect outdoor retreat for couples. Yours for the day, they have everything you need to relax including complimentary refreshments, robes and outdoor loungers.
Bolton Abbey Estate, Skipton, Yorkshire Dales National Park, BD23 6AJ
01756 718100
devonshirehotels.co.uk
Long Ashes Pure Spa
Nestled within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy an extensive range of carefully selected treatments from Elemis including relaxing facials, body wraps and scrubs and their top-to-toe signature treatment. Spoil yourself with a Dip and Dine, or Twilight spa experience, or escape with one of their signature full spa days. All guests have full use of the heated swimming pool, steam room, sauna and jacuzzi.
Don’t miss: Their Twilight Spa Experience – the perfect way to unwind for a few hours after a tiring day with Prosecco on arrival and full use of the facilities followed by a two-course dinner.
Long Ashes Park, Threshfield, North Yorkshire BD23 5PN
01756 752261
longashespurespa.co.uk
Spa at Ramside
Based at Ramside Hall, here you’ll find a sophisticated thermal suite, five pools (including one of the UK’s largest hydrotherapy pools and an outdoor infinity pool), and a state-of-the-art gym. The treatment menu includes facials, massages and exfoliation sessions from Elemis and Voya, as well as a mud rasul ritual in a private steam chamber. All Ramside Spa Days include full use of the facilities including the outdoor heated pool and Spa Garden, hydrotherapy pool, 25-metre swimming pool, thermal suites and gym.
Don’t miss: The frigidarium in the hydro pool area – a newer addition to the spa and perfect for a quick refresh after a steam.
Carrville, Durham DH1 1TD
0191 375 3088
ramsidespa.co.uk
Titanic Spa
This award-winning luxury eco spa has an outdoor hot tub, relaxation lounge and heated indoor pool with poolside lounge chairs and adjacent sauna and steam room, as well as a full range of treatments. You can also enjoy the Titanic Heat and Ice Experience which includes access to their saunarium, aromatherapy room, steam bath, plunge pool and ice room.
Don’t miss: The private mud chamber, where you can exfoliate, nourish and detoxify your skin.
Low Westwood Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5UN
01484 843544
titanicspa.com
Beau Monde
This award-winning luxury salon and spa has an airy and light 11.5 metre pool (with a jacuzzi attached), a sauna, steam room and fitness suite. Morning, Afternoon, Day and Twilight experiences are all available and the treatment menu exclusively uses Temple Spa products, so you know you’re in good hands. We recommend the face and body exfoliation treatment to feel like a brand new person.
Don’t miss: The Champagne and Truffles 90 minute deluxe facial that combines award-winning truffle skincare with specialist lifting massage techniques to iron out deep lines and wrinkles, help to strengthen muscle tone and reduce puffiness.
Lucker Hall Steading, Lucker, Belford, Northumberland NE70 7JQ
01668 212250
beaumondelucker.com
The Retreat at Matfen Hall
For an indulgent spa day, head to The Retreat where you’ll find a 15-metre pool (bathed in natural light from a glass roof), a steam room, monsoon shower, sauna, ice bucket shower and ice fountain. The treatments here are extensive, including eye and lip collagen treatments, cinnamon warming body massages and Mediterranean candle massages, and use world-renowned luxury beauty brands Natura Bissé and Germaine de Capuccini. Access to the pool and thermal suites is included with all Retreat Days.
Don’t miss: The Citrus Essence Vitamin C Boost Face Therapy is ideal for tired, sun-damaged skin, helps minimise signs of premature ageing and firms the skin through the stimulation of collagen production.
Matfen Village, Northumberland NE20 0RH
01661 886500
matfenhall.com
