AT ONE WITH NATURE With searches for ‘boosting immunity’ hitting an all-time high during the peaks of the pandemic, people are turning to the healing powers of natural remedies more than ever before. Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa is a wellness retreat ideal for restoring the mind, body and spirit. Hidden away in the Lake District, the spa is offering new experiences to help jumpstart couples’ wellness journeys. The Two Night Forest Bathing Spa Package encourages people to slow down, reconnect with the outdoors and soak up nature’s sensory elements. Featuring a ‘nature reset’ walk by an accredited Forest Bathing guide, guests can relax knowing the clean, crisp air will improve their immunity, encourage deeper sleep and boost energy levels. This retreat also includes a 55-minute Temple Spa full body massage which calms frazzled nerves, winds down an active mind and relieves tension in the body built up by stress. Alternatively, the Wild Swimming & Waterfalls package is available. Under the careful guidance of wild swimming coach Ali Phillips, guests can spend a half-day hopping across the area’s beautiful water features. Lastly, sit back and choose from a plethora of facials and massages. For more information, visit www.armathwaite-hall.com RENOVATION TIME Gilsland Hall sits proudly in 140 acres of landscaped garden and natural woodland and is an idyllic location with spectacular views over the Cumbrian countryside. The hotel was recently purchased by Stratsmore Holdings and will be operated by Monday Hospitality Group and their new country house hotel brand, Black Book Hotels. As a result, the property will undergo a complete renovation, transforming it into a luxury five-star country house hotel by Spring 2022. The new hotel will offer luxury suites and family rooms with patios, ideal for those with pets. There will be an array of guest experiences, amenities, wedding and event spaces, including in house screening room and luxury spa facilities, making it the ideal retreat for couples. In the meantime, the hotel in its existing incarnation is available for affordable staycations for couples looking for a base from which to explore the region for a relaxing minimoon or pre-wedding getaway. Check out www.gilslandhall.com for more information. REST AND RELAXATION The Rena Spa at the Midland, based in central Manchester, is transporting its guests to the rolling countryside of Bordeaux by providing face and body treatments from French beauty brand Caudalie. Whether you have a few stolen hours or a whole weekend to unwind in Manchester, there’s a range of treatments and products to choose from, such as sleep chambers, a heated relaxation pool, steam rooms and an indulgent treatment menu. After a busy day, calm the mind and body with a deeply relaxing leg and back treatment. This ritual begins with a back cleanse, exfoliation, and deep tissue massage and incorporates a nourishing mask applied to the back. This will relieve tension and revitalise, leaving guests feeling rejuvenated. Alternatively, the Crushed Cabernet Scrub Treatment incorporates one of the most popular scrubs from Caudalie’s spas. This exfoliation technique regains the skin’s radiance and softness, providing the optimum opportunity for the skin to absorb hydrating ingredients. The Caudalie signature sculpting massage follows, using the contouring concentrate, which stimulates the systems of the body and encourages the natural elimination of toxins. To see the full list of treatments available, visit www.themidlandhotel.co.uk 9 YOUR ESSENTIALS
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