I had a wonderful spa day at Bannatyne's this week. I had a massage late in the afternoon, but a…read morespa day gives you access to all the facilities for the whole day. So, in the morning I went to the gym, which has a great range of equipment. It was nice and clean and bright, and I enjoyed my work out. The rest of the day I spent in the spa area, the pool was a good size, not really big enough for an exercise type swim, but fine for a relaxing one. The jacuzzi, steam room and sauna where all great, and the loungers round the pool were comfy. Before my massage I spent some time on the heated 'sunbeds' in the treatment area, they're very nice! They'll get your muscles nice and relaxed before your massage! I had the bamboo massage which was great. The therapist didn't check with me before hand so I almost ended up having a Swedish. The massage was great, nice and firm, and really relaxing. Therapist was always checking I was ok with the pressure which was good. Had an awesome day, will definitely be back.

I really enjoyed my massage with Jane, her treatment cabin is a relaxing place and she played the…read moresound of water whilst I was getting a massage. I Left feeling refreshed and reset , I will come and see you again Jane after the next planting season ! Thankyou !

From the owner: Welcome to Thai Oriental Massage a professional service offered by qualified Thai the therapist…read more Traditional Thai massage is a deep tissue massage and helps to relieve you of your ailments. Aromatherapy stimulates the body 's tissue using oils to both rejuvenate and alleviate daily stress. Treatment Traditional Thai Massage ( Deep tissue ) £45 per hour or £30 for 30 minutes. Aromatherapy Massage £45 per hour or £30 for 30 minutes Head and shoulders £45 per hour or £30 for 30 minutes Opening hours 10am until 8pm weekdays and weekends by appointment. To make appointment please call 07397 935 739

Amazing I really had a great day afternoon tea was lovely. I actually really enjoyed going alone…read moreaswell. For your mental health maybe try to do things differently.

superb gym, very clean and nice staff ! Thank you Spencer for showing us around and motivating my…read moredad to join the gym soon (hopefully!)

The only beauty salon I go to…read more Run by a mother/daughter team, these ladies do an amazing job. They offer everything from facials to massages, waxing to nails, eyelash services to HD Brows. I trust Harriet and Carla; they've been so helpful with everything I ask and they always go out of their way to give you the assistance you require. They're very friendly and are exceptionally knowledgeable of all the products that they stock, including Environ, Amalian, HD Brows, Jane Iredale and Suti. They give great advice with skin care and make-up and are always stocking the latest beauty products, They charge less than a lot of salons but provide a service that is much more personable and tailored to your specific needs. The salon itself is adorable; it's pretty small, but full to the brim with beauty treats for you to take home. It can be a little cold during the winter, but they always wrap you up in a big duvet during your treatment, which for me equates to heaven. I'm so happy I discovered this place!

Want something private and homely? Check. Wet and dry sauna, snow room, jacuzzi are highlights…read more Tucked in a quiet village with a lot of calm, the experience was totally worth it. I went there without knowing how much stress I was packing and left a lot lighter in heart, body and soul.

From the owner: Private Spa Hire: You will always have the whole spa to…read moreyourselves in private Book for 2 - 8 people, for 3 - 8 hours Quality thermal experiences including: Indoor swimming pool Jacuzzi Steam room Sauna Snow room (real snow) Rainfall shower Relaxation room with heated waterbeds Lounge area with refreshments Spa garden

For my last birthday, I was lucky enough to experience two spas, ones of which was Weavers House in…read moreLavenham with my mum. Located directly behind The Swan Inn, it's a lovely rustic building in a very picturesque town. We were greeted by the usual waft of relaxing incense/beauty products, making everything feel very welcoming and fresh. The shop is also located in the reception so you can come in purely to browse and pick up some gifts if needed. The desk was busy on our arrival so we had a few minutes wait, but the welcome received after made up for it. The spa itself is quite small, with changing rooms, spa, sauna, outside hot tub and relaxation room, then the treatment tables located upstairs. Once changed, you're required to complete a consultation form, and unfortunately we were left waiting for a little while and started to get restless - we wanted to relax! A member of staff eventually came along and we were left to our own devices until our treatment time. The outside hot tub was actually quite fun, despite the increasing winds, and the sauna was perfect for drying off afterwards. There are plenty of towels available both in the changing room and outside each room so you don't have to keep anything soggy with you! Our massages were very relaxing and even included a small glass of sorbet and herbal tea afterwards to help continue the experience. Needless to say we were pretty much good for nothing afterwards! It's a shame the afternoon tea at the adjoining hotel wasn't up to the same standard but Weavers House certainly gave us the experience we were looking for.

I used to work here..........a long time ago…read more.. But this is where I met my (current ;0) boyfriend and we still obviously have a certain connection to that hotel. Our anniversary was due. I arranged a whole "back-to-the-roots" trip, including the Nutfield Priory Hotel as well (obviously) . The reception staff was completely new and they didnt know us, but I was shocked by the attitude of the receptionist when we did the check-in. No: how are you, how was your trip? Nothing! That was strange, cause the reception team used to be much more attentive and friendlier. (Later on I found out why he was so grumpy, but think he should have kept his personal problems to himself..) Anyway, we went to our room, all rooms are refurbished and are stunning! I have always known that they were lovely, but this time I saw them with "different" eyes, the eyes of a guest. Later we met some old friends in the bar, had a couple of drinks ( it was tea time, so we actually could have ordered cream tea with the most delicious scones and sandwiches as well, but we wanted something stronger;0) and chit-chatted about this and that. But all the time I was sooooo looking forward to having dinner in the Cloisters Restaurant. We were invited by the head chef himself ( he might be a good chef, but he is as well a perfect friend of ours) and I was so excited to see, if he could cook my/his favorite/famous risotto! Seriously, this is the BEST risotto EVER!!!! It is not always on the menu, but if you will ask for it ( tell them: Alex says HI) he is more than happy to cook it! Dinner was delicious, the risotto tasted as good as I remembered and the wines we drank just rounded the whole dining experience up. They even put: "Happy Anniversary" on our dessert plates. Nice touch.. The after dinner drinks were served in the library, oh those cozy chairs..... Breakfast is good. I was (positively) surprised to find a full-veggie breakfast on the menu, since that has always been the one thing missing! (in my humble opinion) So yes, some things have changed, some things are still the same. But, apart from the receptionist who checked us in, the staff is friendly, professional ( as always ;0), welcoming and they will most definitely go that "extra" mile for you, to make their guests happy!

A special place with a unique charm…read more I made a group booking at the Nutfield Priory for my family to celebrate my sister's 50th birthday. I explained my exact requirements over the phone and found the reservation process efficient. However, it is a centralised reservation centre for Hand Picked Hotels, and the person didn't seem to be very familiar with the hotel I was booking for. Check-in was fine, though the staff, who were mainly Eastern European females, were very stern, with no warmth or welcoming banter. My sister had her wedding reception there over twenty years ago and we had spent several New Year's Eves there. We have a certain empathy with the place, but were made to feel almost unwelcome as we stood about in silence, waiting for keys. Our rooms weren't all ready, so we headed for the Grand Hall, and after having to go and search a waiter, which annoyed me more than the sullen receptionists, ordered bar food. It was all excellent, and plentiful and freshly prepared. I recommend the savoury afternoon tea, if jams and creams and chocolates aren't to your taste. Or get two of each, which is what we did. The hotel has a lovely hushed charm about it, and even though the grounds have diminished in size over the years, the setting is beautiful and lush. I booked us into a Classic double, Executive double and a Suite. The Classic (for me) was small, but with a good size bathroom, and more than enough space for a short stay. If you aren't planning on staying in your room much, then these cheaper rooms are perfectly fine. The room overlooked the car park and hotel entrance, so check if there are any functions planned. Wedding guests can be particularly noisey in the evenings. The Executive double (for my parents) was in the main old building. It was quite dark (damson walls and high up small windows). It had a nice bathroom and huge bed. But comparing it to the Classic, it wasn't really worth the extra expense. The Suite (for my sister, husband and 8 year old daughter) was HUGE. Enormous sleigh bed, massive tassled four-seater knoll, plush armchairs, more than enough wardrobes, giant HD TV, tiled double bathroom with two large sinks and shower and tub. I requested an additional bed for my niece, which was made up with the same quality bedding. The panoramic views over the Sussex Downs was truly spectacular. For a special occasion or special treat, the Suites are the rooms to book. The hotel claims to have a spa. This is actually a sports centre, open to the general public, located a short walk from the hotel. But having said that, it is well maintained, not overly busy (when we used it), and offers a much friendlier welcome than the hotel. I wouldn't recommend getting changed in your hotel room walking there in a robe though and I wouldn't recommend aiming for a solitary swim at 1pm on a Saturday during the school holidays. But with careful timing the spa can be lovely. Also, post spa refreshments are best had back at the hotel if you don't fancy mixing with the good people of Reigate. The Nutfield Priory is a special place, with a unique charm and atmosphere. I look forward to checking in again.

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I go to this wonderful venue only once per month but have such a relaxing time I hope to increase…read moremy attendances. I like the steam room, good for my Asthma, I like all the pools, especially the one with the huge fish ready to impale someone (see picture) !! I chat to anyone who will chat back.... I spend three or four sessions in the steam room during the day, topping up my liquids with mango juice or water. I lie flat out in the main pool area and catch up on the news in the dailiies and monthlies available. At 1 pm I go for for lunch, usually the buffet which is superb. Then I have a kip and then after a shower I go back into the steam room for one last time. I go there early morning and leave about 4 pm, feeling good.

Sometimes I take for granted how relaxing this place really is, that is, until I walk outside and…read moreforget where we've left the car. That's partially to do with me going a bit nuts, but I always leave feeling rested, much lighter and incredibly happy. You don't get ultra modern neon-lit eternity pools, but a place where normal people (the ones that appreciate the nice environment that's been created there) can totally chill out. With a separate changing area for members and non-members, there's always a lot of space, secure lockers and hot showers on the way in. Once you get inside robes and sandals are encouraged as everything is quite spread out. My highlights include the giant tepidarium, containing 33 ceramic loungers heated to approx. 35 degrees to soothe the entire body. Each lounger has its own head phone socket, so you can bring your headphones and relax to your choice of music. There's also two large pool, a 49 seat spa pool with massage jets, a hydrotherapy flotation tank (with over 1.5 tonnes of salt in!) and an aromatherapy steam room. Additional things to consider are a fantastic cafe-style restaurant, where you can lounge about and eat. They do the best salads I've had anywhere outside of my home (I just like fresh ingredients and knowing what's gone into something). And the beauty salon does an exclusive range of body butters/scrubs/bath foams in ever changing varieties. I fell in love with the raspberry milkshake 'flavour' a few years ago, and I haven't been disappointed since. My last purchase was angel cake bath melt (a thick bubbling foam) and hot butter fudge shower gel. Oh my. There are three basic ways to go. One, buy a special experience pass (from £65 for entrance, a treatment and 'light supper', upwards). Second, a spa membership ranging from £9 a month for 3 visits a year up to £30 a month for 12 visits, all on top of a £99 joining fee. Or, a combined membership with the MASSIVE Pulse 8 gym across the way (literally a one minute from the spa). It's about £500 (sheesh) joining fee, then £80ish pounds for full come-any-time-you-like membership to gym and spa, then gets less as you strip away visiting at certain parts of the day. Just like most gyms and spas really. Either way, we joined at Christmas time a few years ago. It was on a special offer with no joining fee and one visit per month for £15. Bargain! It pops up at the same each year and often during Summer. I'd recommend holding out for that, because it's SO worth it.