How To Get Away From It All: Top Five Spas For Grooms
For the stressed-out, fed-up guy who needs a break from wedding plans, table favours and guests lists, we have picked a selection of the best spa breaks for grooms to take it easy. These are not stag break escapes – far from it. Take off, have a round of golf or just kick back in the spa and chill.
THE LOCATION Lake District
THE SPA Armathwaite Hall Country House and Spa
Award-winning Armathwaite Hall Country House and Spa offers
a full range of face, body and holistic treatments. Set in the surrounds of the Lake District this location is hard to beat
(if a little off the beaten track).
There’s an infinity pool and indoor waterfall, gardens, spa lounge with fireplace, thermal zone and all set in 400 acres of deer park.
Head off to Bassenthwaite near Keswick for this beauty.
THE TREATMENT It’s a Man Thing – Hydra Performance Facial
This is a targeted hydrating facial (to remedy too many nights and too much partying). Swiss glacial water perfectly restores moisture levels for all male skin having to endure the elements. Ideal for dehydration caused by frequent flying too.
60 minutes – £55.00
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THE LOCATION: Hampshire
THE SPA: Tylney Hall
Tylney Hall stands in its own 66 acres of parkland and is an ideal venue for spa weekends, conferences and weddings. This Grade II listed building remains an outstanding example of a luxury country house hotel that has never lost its old world sense of charm.
Lose yourself for a day or a weekend at this luxurious country manor; indoor and outdoor pool, gym and tennis will keep you active and busy, then afterwards relax with a massage.
THE TREATMENT: Kerstin Florian Aromatherapy Massage
Relax and chill out with this terrific massage that begins with a warm alpine foot ritual and the signature Organic Aromatherapy Calm Mind Ritual. The light, 98% organic aromatherapy body oils are based on organic Sunflower as well as wild-crafted and organic flowers, plants, roots and leaves (lots of good things to calm you down). It’s bliss and perfect for the stressed out groom.
75 minutes – £80.00
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THE LOCATION: East Sussex
THE SPA: Revitalise at Ashdown Park
Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club offers the heights of luxury in the heart of East Sussex, where you can enjoy relaxing treatments and therapies in a luxuriously appointed Country Club which overlooks beautiful gardens and a landscaped 18 hole par 3 golf course.
It’s said that Tom Cruise has even stayed here! Look for his wee footprints on the sofas.
THE TREATMENT: VitaMan Sports Massage
Aimed at the sports enthusiast to alleviate muscular tension resulting from exercise, this deep tissue, tension draining massage, works to ease and eliminate the pain and stiffness accompanying joint and muscle strain. Relax and soothe tired muscles with a deep tissue sports massage featuring a unique sports massage oil.
55 Minutes – £65.00
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LOCATION: Scottish Highlands
THE SPA: Cameron House Hotel
A fantastic five-star resort, Cameron House Hotel is located on the banks of Loch Lomond.
The stunning venue, just 20 mins from Glasgow airport, offers golf (that recently hosted the PGA), spa, outdoor activities, an excellent range of dining and bars.
The award winning spa features a range of thermal experiences, infinity pool, experience showers, ice foundation, sauna, heated couches, hamman, aromatherapy rooms and an outdoor hydro pool overlooking the loch and surrounding hills.
THE TREATMENT: Carita For Men Pro-Lifting Anti-ageing facial.
Designed specifically for men, this facial tackles visible lines, wrinkles and ageing. Using special techniques, the skin appears lifted, firming and (what everyone needs) a bit younger looking.
from £115
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LOCATION: The Cotswolds
THE SPA: Temple Spa at Cotswold House Hotel
Located in the centre of the historic village of Chipping Campden, the Cotswold House Hotel is a Regency period building with fifteen individually designed bedrooms appointed with modern touches but retains the charm of a country location. The spa itself is located in the gardens and has a pool, hydrotherapy and heat experiences. Using the British brand, Temple Spa, these products infuse the best of Mediterranean ingredients for great results.
THE TREATMENT: Rocks of the Mediterranean
This popular Thermal Stone massage is a glorious treatment using warm basalt lava stones to massage the body from head to toe, harnessing the touch of the stone and the influence of the heat to create an aura of warmth; the muscles are relaxed and rejuvenated in a sensation unique to stone massage. It’s an experience you just have to have at least once in your life.
75 mins – £80
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