This could be the best spa spot in the UK. Highlight of my work trip to Harrogate this weekend…read more Sneaky tip - book ahead and ask them when the less busy sessions are. Get there early and you'll be let in before the others and therefore find it less crowded and more relaxing! I went on the Sunday evening session and paid just over 20 squids. In essence, this building is bloody amazing. It's an iconic listed royal baths, and the renovation here has been done just beautifully. All of the old 18th and 19th century features remain, including showers, taps, gorgeous wooden changing rooms and more. It's like stepping into a time warp, a good time warp. There is a process to follow to 'take the waters' which involves a lot of cold plunge pooling, showers, steam and heat rooms. I followed the plan exactly as directed and I felt amazing afterwards. I also had a massage with the lovely therapist Bridget. She was knowledgeable and checked out all the details about my broken back before commencing. So relaxing and she gave me a few tips for my stiff neck afterwards also - result! This spa alone makes me want to return to Harrogate. Please do go if you visit the town.

Harrogate is a cauldron of luxury from the bars to fine cuisine but you can't go to Harrogate…read morewithout a visit to the Spa Baths. To have such a decadent and relaxing venue on tap (excuse the pun) is a dream. What is does is totally unwind all those everyday stresses away and makes you feel a million dollars. Now this is pampering. Choose from any number of luxury treatments or just spend time relaxing in the beautiful steam rooms. It is an ideal gift and somewhere to take your friends and family for a day to recharge the batteries. I suggest the deluxe chocolate wrap which is a delicious body treatment using cocoa. You may want to eat it but don't. If it's facials you want, then again no worries on that account. There are loads to take your pick from. Although it isn't dirt cheap, I think it offers real value for money. There are different options for whatever your budget. If you are feeling especially flush then go for a full on package for a total spoiling session. Then finish off with a visit to the baths for some steam treatments and a day of utter indulgence. This is as good as it gets.

stunningly helpful and amazing swimming pool,…read more from the very first greeting to the access to the spa and the stunning meal one of the little gems that is hidden away we stayed in room 2 and could access the pool from there... John Jones http://www.johnjones.me.uk

I have had several treatments at The Spa House in Ripon, all by Ruth. The Clarins facial and back…read moremassage are my favourites; I always leave feeling so very relaxed and content, especially because of the value for money I receive with their loyalty scheme. I would recommend The Spa House to all!

From the owner: The Spa House Ripon is an authorised Clarins beauty salon in Ripon City Centre…read more We offer a range of beauty treatments including; Manicures Pedicures Facials Massages Waxing Make-up and eye treatments Body treatments Groups, parties, weddings and events can be catered for upon request We also stock the full range of Clarins skincare, sun care, Men's range and make up products. We also stock Neom products and provide Neom wellbeing body treatments. We use OPI and Vinylux products in our nail treatments and retail both ranges of products.

Excellent little salon in a village location. They have 2…read moretreatment rooms, some tanning booths and toning table machines (for those who are exercise intolerant!) The prices are reasonable and the staff are friendly. They also do St Tropez tanning. There are different offers and package throughout the year, so great to treat someone else or yourself!

A small but perfectly formed beauty salon in the heart of Roundhay. Walking inside you are greeted…read morewith a smile and a warm and friendly atmosphere. They offer a host of treatments from hair removal, massages, reiki, nail treatments and makeup application. They also offer a range of beauty products from Elemis, Nimue, Skin Doctors and St Tropez with a wide range on offer and changing special promotions. I have tried a few treatments and was always pleased with the results, except the deep tissue massage that I would have preferred to be a little deeper, but relaxing none the less. The staff is pleasant, well presented, discrete and friendly and the salon itself is tastefully adorned and peaceful. http://beautytruthsnotuglylies.blogspot.com/

After a long journey from the USA to York, I was in dire need of a massage and lucked into finding…read moreSignature Spa. Lorraine has clearly been doing massage for a while and expertly worked out the kinks in my neck and shoulders. It was reasonably priced as well. Signature Spa is located under Toni and Guy so just go to the T&G receptionist and she'll point you in the right direction.

What can I say - a warm welcome awaits, plush towelling robes & slippers await you as you enter the…read moreBeauty Retreat Organic Day Spa. Its different from other salons in that you are made to feel like you are entering your very own spa, there is only you and the therapist, no rushing or background noise from big spas located in shopping centres just mellow background music. The treatments are out of this world. Using Eminence Organic products your facial is specifically tailored to your needs and leaves your skin feeling and looking fantastic. The products used are also available to purchase and help you to continue looking good in between treatments. After one visit you will be booking more.

From the owner: The Beauty Retreat Ethos is "Results Without Chemicals" With…read moreover 20 years experience as a skincare therapist, we specialize in providing our clients with Award Winning skincare treatments as used in high end spas throughout the world such as Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons and Radisson Blu. Skincare is our passion and all our treatments are results driven as well as totally blissful. So, whether it be a lifting and plumping skin treatment or lightening and brigthening to treat hyperpigmentation, we can give you the results you want. At The Beauty Retreat we aim to give you a unique beauty experience within serene, chemical free surroundings as all our skincare is organic and free from chemicals. Treatments are by appointment only to ensure a total focus upon our clients needs with a one to one experience. Eco Chic Manicures and Pedicures, as well as blissful massage and exfoliating body treatments are also available. We are very proud to become one of the first salons in the UK to become qualified and insured to offer facials to cancer patients, please contact us if you would liek more information on this. Please visit our website to see a full treatment menu, and we look forward to treating you soon.

I've been twice now to Gilded Dreams - first for a luxury pedicure and secondly for a leg/bikini…read morewax and massage. Having just moved back to Lancashire from London I can confirm that the experience here has been better than ANYTHING I experienced in London. Jennifer and Kerris are so welcoming, friendly and professional. There's such a warm feel to this salon that instantly puts you at ease. The interior is also brilliantly unique - make sure you check out the shelving and lighting in particular! Jennifer has taken such care choosing the products they use - my hot bikini wax was almost painless! My polished toe nails are still going strong after 4 weeks and the massage I had from Emma was the best I've had anywhere. Highly recommend.