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The best spas in the UK and Ireland. Picked by our spa experts. Backed by our readers. The 2026 shortlist is live, with winners crowned in November.
Meet the shortlist
St. Albans, South East
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Ascot, South East
A 45-minute drive from London leads you to this blissful hotel where luxury is reimagined through impeccable care, incredible food and a rejuvenating connection to country life. For connoisseurs of living well, Coworth Park is where comfort reigns.
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York, Yorkshire and the Humber
Hidden beneath the streets of York, SubRosa has opened within the historic vaults at The Grand, York following a £2.8million refurbishment. Facilities include a double Morroccan hammam - offering traditional Morroccan-inspired treatments by MarocMaroc - a Tirol hot sauna, a Himalayan salt sauna, a salt and light therapy room, herbal steam room, herbal lounge, large hydrotherapy pool and foot spas.
South WestFrom the spa town of Bath to the sunset pools overlooking the Cornish Coast; the South West has spas in the bag.
South EastFrom country house hideaways in the Surrey Hills to sea-air retreats on the Sussex and Kent coast, the South East is spoilt for spa choice.
North WestA huge section of the UK with an equally huge selection of spas
LondonFrom Mayfair hotel spas to riverside retreats on the Thames, London has a spa for every lunch break and long weekend
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Burnley, North West
Set within 100 acres of Lancashire countryside with its rolling landscape, The Woodland Spa has a sense of intimacy and peace. The Thermal Experience Journey includes a range of heat rooms, plus a hydrotherapy pool, outdoor infinity pool, and a tranquil “serenity pool” in a low-lit relaxation room. Allow time to enjoy the facilities before heading off for treatments. The treatment menu includes face and body therapies from Temple Spa, Medik8 & Neom with manicures and pedicures from OPI. The award-winning Restaurant is located above the spa with stunning views over the outdoor terrace and surrounding countryside. The Woodland Spa is part of Crow Wood Hotel and Spa Resort. Take a guided tour of the spa with the latest Woodland Spa video.
