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dayanitas · 2 years

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Late February, 1889 From the desk of

Feriha,

I hope that this letter finds you well. I have been keeping up with the news of London, but if anything has been happening, word has not reached the North. I hope this means that there is peace in the city, and that you have little to tell me when I return, though if I know you half as well as I think I do, I imagine you have been causing enough mischief to fill several newspapers.

On an unrelated note, I saw Percy Keene won at the races this last weekend. What a talented young man he is.

I hope that you are not lonely, and there are people looking after you. I hope you are surrounded by friends.

As you know, I have been in Harrogate for close to two months now. The weather is as to be expected for the first months of the year. A little wet, a little dreary, but mostly still. The first buds of spring are appearing. Pearl and I have been trying to guess what colour the flowers will be. Most of the time, she thinks they will be bloom black, and I haven’t the heart to tell her I think that to be unlikely.

There’s no water near here, but I still wake up soaked to the bone. I’ve moved rooms and it still happens.

I spend my days going to the spa, eating lunches, and drawing. I have not put pencil to paper so often since I was a teenager. I’ve even tried to draw you, the best that I can from memory. Pearl seemed to like it, and I had to wrestle it from her in order to enclose it with this letter. You do not have to keep it, if you don’t want to. It won’t harm my feelings if you decide not to.

It sounds like an idyllic life, does it not? I keep trying to tell myself this, but the truth is, I have been so bored I think I might drop dead and not notice. I have enjoyed spending my days with Pearl, undisturbed by work or my other obligations, but I find that free time does not suit me. I do not know how some people can stand it.

I know I should be returning home soon, but I’m afraid I shall be away a moment longer. I have decided to go to Paris from here. I have never been to France before, but I am sure you are aware they are hosting a world fair this year, and I have heard tell there is an impressive feat of architecture opening here that I wish to see with my own eyes. I am sure you are relieved to have the house to yourself for a change, but I thought I should let you know why my absence has been extended. I am sure that I shall be home soon, so enjoy your space while it is still yours. Should you wish to write, the address of my accommodations are on the back of this page.

I miss you Until we see one another again.

Sincerely,

PS: Pearl misses you, and speaks of you often. She has drawn a picture of you too. She tells me that it is better than mine. I think she would mind if you were to throw away this one. I wonder if you can guess which artist created which portrait?

Enclosed are the following drawings:

@ferihas

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Spa after yoga

A spa is a location where mineral-rich spring water (and sometimes seawater) is used to give medicinal baths. Spa towns or spa resorts (including hot springs resorts) typically offer various health treatments, which are also known as balneotherapy. The belief in the curative powers of mineral waters goes back to prehistoric times. Such practices have been popular worldwide, but are especially widespread in Europe and Japan. Day spas are also quite popular, and offer various personal care treatments.

Contents

1Origins of the term

2History

3Treatments

4Recent trends

5Types of treatments

6International Spa Association definitions

7Regulation of the industry

8Gallery

9See also

10Notes

11Bibliography

12External links

2.1Bathing in Greek and Roman times

2.2Bathing in medieval times

2.3Bathing in the 18th century

2.4Bathing in the 19th and 20th centuries

2.5In colonial America

2.6Bathing in 19th- and 20th-century America

6.1Types

Origins of the term[edit]

See also:

Mineral spa

The term is derived from the name of the town of Spa, Belgium, whose name is known back from Roman times, when the location was called Aquae Spadanae,[1] sometimes incorrectly connected to the Latin word spargere meaning to scatter, sprinkle or moisten.[2]

Since medieval times, illnesses caused by iron deficiency were treated by drinking chalybeate (iron-bearing) spring water (in 1326, the iron-master Collin le Loup claimed a cure,[3] when the spring was called Espa, a Walloon word for "fountain"[3]).

In 16th-century England, the old Roman ideas of medicinal bathing were revived at towns like Bath (not the source of the word bath), and in 1596 William Slingsby who had been to the Belgian town (which he called Spaw) discovered a chalybeate spring in Yorkshire. He built an enclosed well at what became known as Harrogate, the first resort in England for drinking medicinal waters, then in 1596 Dr Timothy Bright after discovering a second well called the resort The English Spaw, beginning the use of the word Spa as a generic description.

It is commonly claimed, in a commercial context, that the word is an acronym of various Latin phrases, such as salus per aquam or sanitas per aquam, meaning "health through water".[4] This is very unlikely: the derivation does not appear before the early 21st century and is probably a backronym as there is no evidence of acronyms passing into the language before the 20th century;[5] nor does it match the known Roman name for the location.

Ancient

Roman Baths

Spa therapies have existed since the classical times when taking bath with water was considered as a popular means to treat illnesses.[7] The practice of traveling to hot or cold springs in hopes of effecting a cure of some ailment dates back to prehistoric times. Archaeological investigations near hot springs in France and Czech Republic revealed Bronze Age weapons and offerings. In Great Britain, ancient legend credited early Celtic kings with the discovery of the hot springs in Bath, England.

Many people around the world believed that bathing in a particular spring, well, or river resulted in physical and spiritual purification. Forms of ritual purification existed among the Native Americans, Babylonians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Today, ritual purification through water can be found in the religious ceremonies of Jews, Muslims, Christians, Buddhists, and Hindus. These ceremonies reflect the ancient belief in the healing and purifying properties of water. Complex bathing rituals were also practiced in ancient Egypt, in prehistoric cities of the Indus Valley, and in Aegean civilizations. Most often these ancient people did little building construction around the water, and what they did construct was very temporary in nature.

. An ancient Roman city was built in the 1st century AD because of the mineral springs in the vicinity.

Coriovallum Roman baths in

Heerlen

, The Netherlands (reconstructed)

Roman Baths of Alange

Extremadura

Spain

Some of the earliest descriptions of western bathing practices came from Greece. The Greeks began bathing regimens that formed the foundation for modern spa procedures. These Aegean people utilized small bathtubs, wash basins, and foot baths for personal cleanliness. The earliest such findings are the baths in the palace complex at Knossos, Crete, and the luxurious alabaster bathtubs excavated in Akrotiri, Santorini; both date from the mid-2nd millennium BC. They established public baths and showers within their gymnasium complexes for relaxation and personal hygiene. Greek mythology specified that certain natural springs or tidal pools were blessed by the gods to cure disease. Around these sacred pools, Greeks established bathing facilities for those desiring healing. Supplicants left offerings to the gods for healing at these sites and bathed themselves in hopes of a cure. The Spartans developed a primitive vapor bath. At Serangeum, an early Greek balneum (bathhouse, loosely translated), bathing chambers were cut into the hillside from which the hot springs issued. A series of niches cut into the rock above the chambers held bathers' clothing. One of the bathing chambers had a decorative mosaic floor depicting a driver and chariot pulled by four horses, a woman followed by two dogs, and a dolphin below. Thus, the early Greeks used the natural features, but expanded them and added their own amenities, such as decorations and shelves. During later Greek civilization, bathhouses were often built in conjunction with athletic fields.[8]

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Ancient Roman bathing

The Romans emulated many of the Greek bathing practices. Romans surpassed the Greeks in the size and complexity of their baths. This came about by many factors: the larger size and population of Roman cities, the availability of running water following the building of aqueducts, and the invention of cement, which made building large edifices easier, safer, and cheaper. As in Greece, the Roman bath became a focal center for social and recreational activity. As the Roman Empire expanded, the idea of the public bath spread to all parts of the Mediterranean and into regions of Europe and North Africa. With the construction of the aqueducts, the Romans had enough water not only for domestic, agricultural, and industrial uses, but also for their leisurely pursuits. The aqueducts provided water that was later heated for use in the baths. Today, the extent of the Roman bath is revealed at ruins and in archaeological excavations in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.[8]

The Romans also developed baths in their colonies, taking advantage of the natural hot springs occurring in Europe to construct baths at Aix and Vichy in France, Bath and Buxton in England, Aachen and Wiesbaden in Germany, Baden, Austria, and Aquincum in Hungary, among other locations. These baths became centers for recreational and social activities in Roman communities. Libraries, lecture halls, gymnasiums, and formal gardens became part of some bath complexes. In addition, the Romans used the hot thermal waters to relieve their suffering from rheumatism, arthritis, and overindulgence in food and drink. The decline of the Roman Empire in the west, beginning in AD 337 after the death of Emperor Constantine, resulted in Roman legions abandoning their outlying provinces and leaving the baths to be taken over by the local population or destroyed.[8]

Thus, the Romans elevated bathing to a fine art, and their bathhouses physically reflected these advancements. The Roman bath, for instance, included a far more complex ritual than a simple immersion or sweating procedure. The various parts of the bathing ritual — undressing, bathing, sweating, receiving a massage, and resting — required separated rooms which the Romans built to accommodate those functions. The segregation of the sexes and the additions of diversions not directly related to bathing also had direct impacts on the shape and form of bathhouses. The elaborate Roman bathing ritual and its resultant architecture served as precedents for later European and American bathing facilities. Formal garden spaces and opulent architectural arrangement equal to those of the Romans reappeared in Europe by the end of the 18th century. Major American spas followed suit a century later.

With the decline of the Roman Empire, the public baths often became places of licentious behavior, and such use was responsible for the spread rather than the cure of diseases. A general belief developed among the European populace was that frequent bathing promoted disease and sickness. Medieval church authorities encouraged this belief and made every effort to close down public baths. Ecclesiastical officials believed that public bathing created an environment open to immorality and disease. Roman Catholic Church officials even banned public bathing in an unsuccessful effort to halt syphilis epidemics from sweeping Europe. Overall, this period represented a time of decline for public bathing.

People continued to seek out a few select hot and cold springs, believed to be holy wells, to cure various ailments. In an age of religious fervor, the benefits of the water were attributed to God or one of the saints. In 1326, Collin le Loup, an iron-master from Liège, Belgium, discovered the chalybeate springs of Spa, Belgium. Around these springs, a famous health resort eventually grew and the term "spa" came to refer to any health resort located near natural springs. During this period, individual springs became associated with the specific ailment that they could allegedly benefit.

Bathing procedures during this period varied greatly. By the 16th century, physicians at Karlsbad, Bohemia, prescribed that the mineral water be taken internally as well as externally. Patients periodically bathed in warm water for up to 10 or 11 hours while drinking glasses of mineral water. The first bath session occurred in the morning, the second in the afternoon. This treatment lasted several days until skin pustules formed and broke resulting in the draining of "poisons" considered to be the source of the disease. Then followed another series of shorter, hotter baths to wash the infection away and close the eruptions.

In the English coastal town of Scarborough in 1626, a Mrs. Elizabeth Farrow discovered a stream of acidic water running from one of the cliffs to the south of the town. This was deemed to have beneficial health properties and gave birth to Scarborough Spa. Dr Wittie's book about the spa waters published in 1660 attracted a flood of visitors to the town. Sea bathing was added to the cure, and Scarborough became Britain's first seaside resort. The first rolling bathing machines for bathers are recorded on the sands in 1735.[9]

Bathing in the 18th century[

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In the 17th century, most upper-class Europeans washed their clothes with water often and washed only their faces (with linen), feeling that bathing the entire body was a lower-class activity; but the upper-class slowly began changing their attitudes toward bathing as a way to restore health later in that century. The wealthy flocked to health resorts to drink and bathe in the waters. In 1702, Anne, Queen of Great Britain, traveled to Bath, the former Roman development, to bathe. A short time later, Richard (Beau) Nash came to Bath. By the force of his personality, Nash became the arbiter of good taste and manners in England. He along with financier Ralph Allen and architect John Wood transformed Bath from a country spa into the social capital of England. Bath set the tone for other spas in Europe to follow. Ostensibly, the wealthy and famous arrived there on a seasonal basis to bathe in and drink the water; however, they also came to display their opulence. Social activities at Bath included dances, concerts, playing cards, lectures, and promenading down the street.[8]

A typical day at Bath might be an early morning communal bath followed by a private breakfast party. Afterwards, one either drank water at the Pump Room (a building constructed over the thermal water source) or attended a fashion show. Physicians encouraged health resort patrons to bathe in and drink the waters with equal vigor. The next several hours of the day could be spent in shopping, visiting the lending library, attending concerts, or stopping at one of the coffeehouses. At 4:00 pm, the rich and famous dressed up in their finery and promenaded down the streets. Next came dinner, more promenading, and an evening of dancing or gambling.[8]

Similar activities occurred in health resorts throughout Europe. The spas became stages on which Europeans paraded with great pageantry. These resorts became infamous as places full of gossip and scandals. The various social and economic classes selected specific seasons during the year's course, staying from one to several months, to vacation at each resort. One season aristocrats occupied the resorts; at other times, prosperous farmers or retired military men took the baths. The wealthy and the criminals that preyed on them moved from one spa to the next as the fashionable season for that resort changed.[8]

During the 18th century, a revival in the medical uses of spring water was promoted by Enlightened physicians across Europe.[10] This revival changed the way of taking a spa treatment. For example, in Karlsbad the accepted method of drinking the mineral water required sending large barrels to individual boardinghouses where the patients drank physician-prescribed dosages in the solitude of their rooms. Dr. David Beecher in 1777 recommended that the patients come to the fountainhead for the water and that each patient should first do some prescribed exercises. This innovation increased the medicinal benefits obtained and gradually physical activity became part of the European bathing regimen. In 1797, in England, Dr. James Currie published The Effects of Water, Cold and Warm, as a Remedy in Fever and other Diseases. As shown by M D Eddy, this book, along with numerous local pamphlets on composition of spa water, stimulated additional interest in water cures and advocated the external and internal use of water as part of the curing

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Most Popular UK Vineyards For A Wine-lover’s Holiday: Vote For Your Favourite!

A great way to relax on holiday is sitting back with a chilled glass of white wine or a smooth, fruity red. It’s no surprise, then, that vineyard holidays in the UK are on the rise as more and more of us want to discover how this beautiful beverage is produced. And whether you’re looking for winery accommodation in West Sussex or vineyard stays in Shropshire, you’re sure to find a rental you can raise a glass to on Holiday Lettings.

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UK Vineyard Stays

You don’t need to limit your wine getaway to only vineyards with overnight accommodation. Booking a break near a British vineyard is even easier, as you’ll find all kinds of rental properties on Holiday Lettings. From family-friendly barn conversions to sleek apartments, you’ll be spoilt for choice! Why not pick a rental with a private garden where you can enjoy a glass or two on a balmy summer evening? Or maybe book a cottage with a woodburner so you can curl up with a glass of red on a chilly autumn night? The choice is yours.

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Bolney Wine Estate | West Sussex

Located in the pretty village of Bolney, this wine estate is one of the longest established vineyards in England. It’s situated on a hill which was part of the historical Butting Hill One Hundred and, from its humble beginnings, the vineyard has expanded to 39 acres with over eight varieties of grape grown on site. So, whether you want to explore the vineyards, discover more about winemaking, get involved in wine tasting or enjoy lunch on the stunning viewing balcony, it’s well worth booking a vineyard stay for.

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Glyndwr Vineyard | Vale of Glamorgan

Established in 1979, Glyndwr Vineyard is the oldest and largest established family wine estate in Wales. The vineyard hosts a wide array of tailor-made events, including vineyard tours, parties, weddings and more! Passionate about the important bond between nature and the wine they produce, two generations are now working together, blending the vineyard’s heritage with innovation. A menagerie of chickens, ducks and wild pheasants roam the vineyard, hedges are left to grow wild to encourage bird life, and the vines are treated with organic material. The pretty gardens are open to the National Garden Scheme, and there are ponds, woodland areas and orchards containing a number of old British apple trees for Glyndwr’s delicious cider.

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Bluebell Vineyard Estates | East Sussex

Situated on the edge of the Ashdown Forest, near the famous Bluebell Steam Railway in Sussex, Bluebell Vineyard Estates is home to the award-winning range of ‘Hindleap’ English Quality Sparkling Wines. The vineyard is nestled among bluebell-strewn woods (hence the name!), specialises in the production of English sparkling wines and is open year round for fun and informal tastings and tours. Visitors are also invited to take a wander through the vineyard and woodland trail, or bring a picnic and enjoy the spectacular views from the terraced seating area. East Sussex is perfect for a holiday in the countryside, so if you’re looking for winery accommodation nearby, there’s plenty to choose from.

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Yorkshire Heart Vineyard | North Yorkshire

This award-winning, family-run vineyard and brewery is based in Nun Monkton, a picturesque village between Harrogate and York. The focus is on producing fine English wines from grape to glass, as well as a fantastic range of quality, easy-drinking craft beers. The vineyard is fast becoming recognised as one of Yorkshire’s finest drink producers, and a top visitor attraction, offering tours, tastings, meetings, parties, weddings and more. Their knowledgeable team work hard to ensure that visitors have a fantastic time and the team’s enthusiasm for fine wine and craft beers is infectious! You might find yourself booking a vineyard holiday every year after a visit.

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Kerry Vale Vineyard | Shropshire

This small family-run vineyard is all about fresh, local, handcrafted and excellent quality goods. This is conveyed in the care and attention the owners lavish on their 6,000 vines, resulting in beautiful clean-tasting wine. They’ve won multiple national and international awards, and the wines have even been enjoyed in the Houses of Parliament! The café and shop showcases the produce and highlights local historical points of interest. Although a fairly new vineyard (planted in 2010), its land was once home to a Roman fort, two Roman marching camps, a Bronze Age funerary monument and a medieval settlement.

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Hambledon Vineyard | Hampshire

Hambledon Vineyard offers a range of tours giving a unique behind-the-scenes view of the oldest commercial UK vineyard’s working life. All tours are hosted by the qualified in-house wine educator or a member of the winemaking team. Highlights include a guided visit around the cellars, the state-of-the-art, gravity-fed winery (the only one of its kind in the UK) and the vineyards. Visitors end their day with a tasting of one or more of the award-winning sparkling wines. Tours can also be combined with a cream tea and bespoke visits are available by appointment. So, if holidays near English wine vineyards set your taste buds tingling, book a rental near Hambledon Vineyard this summer.

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Chapel Down | Tenterden

Chapel Down is one of England’s leading wine producers with a world-class range of sparkling and still wines. Based in the picturesque market town of Tenterden in Kent, this English vineyard is surrounded by 22 acres of vineyards, recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Chapel Down sources fruit across South East England and produces traditional method sparkling wines, crisp and aromatic whites, delicate rosés, and elegant light reds.

This UK winery has excellent facilities for visitors, including a two AA Rosette and Michelin BiB Gourmand restaurant, and a shop stocking a variety of local produce.

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Biddenden Vineyards | Kent

Biddenden, Kent’s original commercial vineyard, is owned and managed independently by the Barnes family. Visitors are welcome to stroll round the 23-acre vineyard, which is open daily, to see the 11 different grape varieties that are grown on gentle south facing slopes. Tastings of Biddenden’s award-winning, estate-grown, still and sparkling wines, Kentish ciders and local fruit juices are available in the vineyard shop. They also stock a selection of local and regional produce so you can buy some delicious ingredients to take back to your holiday rental kitchen. Why not pre-book your own private guided tour to find out more about how the wine is made.

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Camel Valley Vineyard | Cornwall

Camel Valley vineyard has been producing award-winning, world-class wines in a beautiful corner of Cornwall since 1989. Wondering what makes their wines so good? The recipe is simple: sun-drenched slopes near the famous Camel River, excellent grapes that perfectly suit the soil, and an ideal climate. Plus, the makers’ respect for traditional vineyard practices combined with a modern approach helps them to create wine that provides pure pleasure! Enjoy the idyllic views from the terrace where you can buy wine by the glass. A visit here is sure to ignite a love of British vineyards.

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Cairn O’Mohr Winery | Perthshire

Since 1987, the Cairn O Mohr Winery has been brewing up juicy, fruity, berry-loaded, blossom-scented, leafy-layered, award-winning wines and ciders! Using wildflowers, apples, leaves and the berries for which Perthshire is famous, their delectable drinks are definitely worth going on holiday for. This UK winery is a must if you like wine, have a sense of humour and are prepared to be blown away with tastes.

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GLAMPING | Spring Glamping at Wigwam Holidays Clarion Lodge, Otley in Yorkshire

Where did I go?

Clarion Lodge Campsite West Chevin Road Menston Ilkley Leeds West Yorkshire LS29 6BG

www.wigwamholidays.com

Need to know

£48 per night for 2 people

Weekly prices from £280 for 2 people sharing

Arrivals between 2pm and 6pm, departure by 11am

Cabins all have heating, electricity and a basic kitchen area

Big Chief cabins sleep up to 5 people and do not include a bathroom

Bedding is not provided

Dogs are welcome

Ideal for exploring Ilkley Moor

The accommodation

On site at Clarion Lodge campsite there are 3 spacious ‘Big Chief’ Wigwams, one of 3 different cabin styles offered by Wigwam Holidays. I arrived late on a chilly Friday night to find the lights on, the key in the door and thankfully, the heater already on inside my cabin.

The cabins are spacious and have a U shaped seating configuration, plus a further sofa opposite the kitchen area. With the addition of sliding wooden boards the main U shaped seating area can be made into an enormous bed, and along with the second sofa made up as a bed, the cabins can sleep up to 5 people. As I was traveling alone, I opted to make up a single bed (bring your own bedding), and then set about unpacking.

My bed set up inside the cabin

Although the kitchen inside the cabin is basic, it includes a kettle, toaster, fridge and a microwave as well as plates and cutlery, so I’d planned my meals accordingly, and handily had some freeze dried camping meals with me, meaning my late dinner was just a case of boiling the kettle. The Chevin Inn pub is very close to the site (a few minutes walk) which looked lovely, but I didn’t get chance to try it out.

Kitchen facilities inside the cabin

The cabin warmed up quickly and I

The only changes I would make would be to include optional bedding packs for guests and I do love a good campfire, even a communal area with a firepit would have been lovely, though I suspect this isn’t possible due to the size of the site.

The view from Beech cabin

On site

Although this is a small campsite, you’ll find everything you need for a short stay or holiday. The site includes good facilities that include toilet and shower blocks and a washing up cabin with sinks, hot water and great area packed full of tourist information leaflets. The site owners too are happy to advise you on the local area and are full of recommendations of things to do and places to see.

As this is a small site, there is no shop on site, but it’s right on the edge of the town of Chevin, so shops aren’t far away at all.

The toilet and shower block on the left and the little green washing up cabin beyond

Out and about

The weather forced a last minute change of plans for me, instead of heading out to walk on Ilkley Moor as I had planned, due to pouring rain and poor visibility. I decided instead to head to Mother Shipton’s Cave in the beautifully picturesque Knaresborough followed by an afternoon in the lovely spa town of Harrogate.

Family friendly woodland walk at Mother Shipton’s Cave

Looking back out towards the petrifying well from Mother Shipton’s Cave

Mother Shipton’s Cave was quirky, informative and fun, and after I took the opportunity to take a good long walk following the River Nidd. After my walk I sought out a mint tea and food and whilst there were plenty of cafes and tea rooms to choose from, I liked the look of The Ugly Ducking Tea Room where I had a delicious meal overlooking the River.

I’d definitely recommend a walk beside the River Nidd in Knaresborugh

The verdict

The campsite is pretty and well kept, and whilst it’s the smallest campsite I’ve stayed at and it was out of season, the cabins were all full – proving what a popular choice the Wigwam Holiday cabins here are, whatever the weather!

I’ve previously stayed in the ‘Running Water’ style cabin which includes a full kitchen and ensuite shower room and absolutely loved the convenience of having those facilities inside the lodge, however, don’t let the fact that there’s no sink or bathroom facilities inside the ‘Big Chief’ cabin put you off! No matter which of the 3 cabins you’re in here, you are just a few steps away from the toilet and shower block which also has a standpipe outside.

In terms of value for money, particularly for families and small groups who want a warm and comfortable base to explore the region from, you can’t go far wrong choosing Wigwam Holidays Clarion Lodge. At just £48 per night (it’s cheaper still if you book for a whole week), they represent excellent value for money.

Sweeping countryside views

The views from the site over the moors are extensive and the area itself has lots to offer, from amazing walking on Ilkley Moor and at Chevin Forest Park through to great fun family days out at places like Mother Shipton’s Cave in near by Knaresborough.

In my opinion Wigwam Holidays Clarion Lodge is the ideal choice for young families and I thoroughly enjoyed my short stay!

Find out more

Clarion Lodge Campsite

The Chevin Inn

Mother Shipton’s Cave

Chevin Forest Park

Ilkley Moor

Visit Harrogate

The Ugly Ducking Tea Room

Bolton Abbey

Thank you to Wigwam Holidays who invited us to stay.

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17 of the Best Luxury Spas in the UK

Spa days are one of the best ways to relax here in the UK and no matter where you are in the country, you’re never too far from the nearest luxury spa. Here at House Parties, many of our farm houses, cottages and manors come with swimming pools and hot tubs, so you can create your own spa experience in your home away from home. But for those who aren’t staying in one of our pool holiday homes, here is a list of some of the best luxury spas worth checking out the next time you’re away.

1. Harrogate Turkish Baths

The spa town of Harrogate is one of the most well-known tourist towns in the North, and attracts many tourists every year. It’s recognised for its fantastic boutique shopping and its tea rooms, particularly the world-famous Betty’s Tea Rooms. But it’s also known for its wonderful Turkish Baths & Health Spa. A great way to spend the day and fantastic for all ages. The great thing is, there are so many treatment packages available so you can find the perfect spa deal to suit your group/party. With spa days ranging from the Express Pamper to the Turkish Signature Spa Experience.

2. Dormy House, Worcestershire

Dormy House is a favourite in the Cotswolds, offering everything from accommodation and fine dining to a luxury spa that aims to have its guests spoilt rotten from head to toe. The Dormy House Spa is designed as a sensory sanctuary to beautify the body and soothe the soul. And on site, guests will have access to an indoor and outdoor pool area, a blend of soothing therapies on offer, a serene terrace with hot tub, plus a Scandinavian style thermal suite. Spa day packages with unlimited access start from £195. Children are also welcome in the pool between certain hours for those who are travelling with kids.

3. Calcot Manor Spa

The Calcot Manor Spa is set within a cluster of beautiful farm buildings, thoughtfully preserved on the outside and modernised for total luxury on the inside. It features a large indoor pool, a number of treatment rooms, a lounge and relaxation area, plus an outdoor hot tub surrounded by relaxing lavender that also overlooks an open wood fire. It’s pure paradise, and some of the treatments are to die for too. The products used are from the Aromatherapy Associates, so guests can enjoy complete relaxation. Give the 45 minutes Rose Facial a go for beautiful skin and make sure you make time to refuel with the spa’s healthy dishes. Book ahead because the spa is hugely popular with both locals and tourists.

4. Thermae Bath Spa

Perhaps the most famous spa town in the UK is Bath, not only for its historic Roman spa attraction, but also because the city has so much to offer in terms of shopping, sightseeing, food and drink. So you can combine your spa break with all sorts of adventures. As Britain’s original thermal spa and the only naturally warm spa pool in the country, the Thermae Bath Spa is a must. The waters are rich in minerals and are believed to have numerous healing effects on the body. The rooftop swimming pool provides spectacular views of the city and indoors, you will find a wonderful Turkish steam room, an indoor swimming water circuit, a relaxation area and treatment rooms.

5. TOR Spa Retreat, Kent

Treat yourself to a day of rejuvenating treatments and relaxation at the beautiful TOR Spa Retreat in Kent. Surrounded by stunning landscaped gardens and lovely countryside, you’ll feel a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The property has a fantastic pool, Finnish sauna and steam room. And during your visit, you can help yourself to hot and cold drinks, including herbal teas, chai and Ayurvedic infusions. Every detail has been considered so guests can have an unforgettable spa experience. From the huge selection of books and magazines or the gentle background music to the enticing vegetarian menu, TOR Spa Retreat has left no stone unturned.

6. The Devonshire Spa at Bolton Abbey

This luxury spa retreat is tucked away in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. So if you’re looking to get away from it all, this is the place to come for peace and quiet. The unique setting on the Bolton Abbey Estate means that you’ll have mind-blowing views wherever you turn, and the spa itself features the best facilities you could wish for. Including a whirlpool spa and indoor pool, 5 treatment rooms, a fully equipped gym, steam room and sauna, a Rasul Temple, a ‘Tropical Experience’ shower, a lounge and relaxation zone, and an outdoor terrace with secluded sun trap.

7. Lucknam Park, Wiltshire

This is a venue that impresses straight away. From the moment you arrive, there will be that wow factor. Drive down the mile-long driveway lined with beech and lime trees and you will reach the imposing Palladian mansion. Inside there are over 40 rooms and suites available for guests who want to stay over, a Michelin star restaurant, and a luxury spa with the best facilities. Including a 20 metre swimming pool, a hydrotherapy pool, five thermal cabins, and treatment rooms with therapies using exclusive products from Anne Semonin, Ila and Carita. There is also a gym and fitness centre, plus acres and acres of land which can be explored on horseback if you’re a keen rider.

8. Fawsley Hall Spa

Fawsley Hall Spa in Northamptonshire is one for the spa connoisseurs. Within this striking Tudor estate is a wellbeing centre that has been designed for the most luxurious of treatments and facilities that have been installed to the highest specs. A sanctuary for tired city folk, the Fawsley Hall Spa will revive the body and mind and features a swimming pool overlooking a secret garden, an outdoor hydrotherapy pool, a relaxation room, a steam room and sauna, and much more. The onsite experienced therapists use Elemis products for their beauty treatments, and dining options cover everything from Afternoon Tea to traditional Sunday lunch.

9. Cowshed Spa at Soho Farmhouse

Looking for a bit of exclusivity? The Soho Farmhouse in Chipping Norton is a members’ club set in 100 acres of wonderful Oxfordshire countryside. There are 4 levels of membership that can be applied for via their website. And access to their Cowshed Spa is available for all members or farm guests. Within the exclusive spa, guests can enjoy manicures, pedicures, massages and numerous mud and body therapies. There is also a steam room, a sauna, an ice room and hot tubs. Additionally, there’s a men’s grooming salon so this is the ideal spa for couples.

10. Cameron House, Loch Lomond

This is the perfect place to visit if you are staying in the nearby Stuckgowan House. Imagine a luxury spa with all the workings of a 5 star venue. Now throw in a panoramic lake view that will blow your mind. The spa at Cameron House boasts one of the most spectacular rooftop pools that overlooks Loch Lomond, and guests can also make the most of all the other spa facilities on site. Including the various different treatment rooms, the thermos and hydro pools, and the VIP couples room complete with mineral room, steam bath, and balcony. To refuel, make sure you visit the Spa Café for healthy snacks and light bites.

11. Lime Wood, Hampshire

Lime Wood is a favourite for city dwellers; located just 90 minutes from London by Train, this spa is an easy escape from the capital. Set in the idyllic New Forest and surrounded by wild ponies and wildlife roaming near the grounds, you really will feel like you’ve travelled a lot further. The spa features a rooftop herb garden where you can enjoy peaceful relaxation time, morning yoga or meditation. Onsite, you will find a hydro pool, steam room and sauna room, an outdoor hotpool and a mud house. Plus spa visitors will get to enjoy drinks from the pretty courtyard bar or enjoy upscale dining at the Michelin star restaurant.

12. Archerfield House, North Berwick

One of the newest spas from Sisley is Archerfield House in North Berwick, set on 550 acres of glorious landscaped grounds. Onsite the Archerfield House estate is Fletcher’s Cottage, where the luxury spa offers everything from the Sisley Supreme Anti-Ageing Facial for restoring tone and radiance to the Sisley Body Treatment involving deep muscle relief. You can finish off your spa session with a hot stone massage or by relaxing in one of the private bath huts available. Located in Scotland, just 40 minutes away from the city of Edinburgh, the spa at Archerfield House is ideal for a romantic Scottish weekend away.

13. Elan Spa at Mallory Court

An education in luxury and complete indulgence, Elan Spa at Mallory Court is the ultimate spa experience. Located in one of Britain’s most illustrious spa towns, Royal Leamington Spa. Tucked away in the beautifully landscaped grounds of Mallory and surrounded by trees and foliage, Elan Spa is a secret hideaway filled with sublime, state of the art facilities and treatment rooms. This is the place where people come to de-stress and get away from the noise of the city. Lifestyle spa memberships are also available for those who wish to come back time and time again.

14. Rudding Park

The exclusive Rudding Park in Harrogate is one of the grandest venues in the North. In addition to its fine dining restaurant, rooms and wedding services, it also features a luxurious spa. Offering full or half day spa packages for those in search of some relaxation and serious pampering. The packages include bespoke treatments, access to the spa’s Mind and Sense zones, access to the rooftop pool and garden, and hydrotherapy and thermotherapy experiences. Full days start from just £77.

15. The Treatment Rooms, Brighton

A secret haven set in the heart of a busy city. The Treatment Rooms is a favourite for any spa aficionado. There is no pool but if you’re looking for the best massage around, this is the place to go. Inside, you will find a large welcoming reception and changing room area, 10 treatment rooms, a relaxation room, massage rooms and a retail shop selling sumptuous lotions and potions to keep your face and body looking great at home. There are treatments available for both men and women, so it’s ideal for a couple’s spa day. And massages range from LaStone massage, Ayurvedic Indian Head Massage, Lava Shell massage, Hot Stone Massage, Legology to Oncology massage.

16. The Malvern Spa

The Malvern Hills are a walkers’ favourite and the town of Malvern itself is a charming little tourist hotspot with cafes, tea rooms, antiques and boutique shopping. A great place for a little weekend away with family or your other half. If you’re visiting, make sure you don’t miss The Malvern Spa, a lovely little venue with an ‘outdoor pool area and an endless list of spa packages to suit you and your group. From the basic Relax Spa package and the Discovery Package to the Luxury Hen package and the His & Hers Malvern Spa Experience, this is the ideal place for relaxing with loved ones.

17. The Forest of Wellbeing

The Forest of Wellbeing Spa at The Bicester Hotel is set in 134 acres of spectacular countryside and peaceful landscaped gardens plus an 18-hole golf course. So if you’re planning a romantic spa weekend for two, or the ultimate his & hers day out, this is definitely worth checking out the next time you’re holidaying in Oxfordshire. Spa days offer full use of the facilities, access to the gym, use of the studio classes and a spa lunch included in the price of the package. The spa has a 20 metre swimming pool, a hydrospa and spa pool, sauna room and steam room, foot spas and feature showers.

If you don’t want to leave your luxurious holiday home then we can help you arrange for beauty treatments to be carried out in the property for you; perfect for a hen party or birthday celebration.

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