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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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Northern Ireland
Galgorm is a grand estate set in 550 acres of Northern Ireland parkland, with the River Maine meandering through it. The Thermal Spa Village uses the four basic elements of nature, earth, water and fire to bring harmony to the spa journey. The idyllic woodland location lends itself to the indoor-meets-outdoor oasis, home to a smorgasbord of heated and cool spa experiences located across three garden settings. Expect tip-top customer service and attention to detail.
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Harrogate, Yorkshire and the Humber
Rudding Park is a luxury resort, close to the spa town of Harrogate. The spa, which opened in summer 2017, is split over three levels with glass walls to show off the beauty of the surrounding gardens. Inside, the spa has an indoor pool, juniper log sauna, rasul, and four ‘mind and sense zones’. Take time to visit the Roof Top Spa and Garden complete with a hydrotherapy infinity edge pool, a range of thermal experiences, a sun deck and Brass Monkey Ice Baths.
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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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.
