Whether you want a weekend away from it all or a pampering day with friends, here are some heavenly Herts spas
1. Champneys, Tring
This romantic stately home was once owned by the Rothschild family, and is now a luxury hotel boasting more than 100 treatments at its spa. Spa evenings start from just £49. champneys.com
2. Sopwell House, St Albans
A tranquil escape five minutes drive outside the city centre. The afternoon tea and spa package (from £49) is a particularly indulgent way to spend the day. sopwellhouse.co.uk
3. Luton Hoo, near Harpenden
This luxury hotel and spa on the Herts/Beds border promises five-star treatment. The Autumn Glow spa package (£99) is a seasonal treat. lutonhoo.co.uk
4. The Grove, Chandler’s Cross
Set in 300 acres, The Grove is an oasis of relaxationand luxury, with a wide range of ways to pamper yourself and a focus on health and wellbeing. Midweek spa breaks start from £230 per person. thegrove.co.uk
5. Hanbury Manor, Ware
This Jacobean country house situated in extensive parkland has a full complement of modern spa facilities. Packages start at £45 and you can make a night of it from £144 per person, including treatments. marriott.co.uk
6. Manor of Groves, Sawbridgeworth
Set in 150 acres of Hertfordshire countryside, this hotel has an extensive leisure club, with plenty of ways to relax and unwind. The range of specialised facials are a highlight of its treatment menu. manorofgroves.com
7. Elley Spa, Welwyn GCarden City
A friendly day spa with a wide range of treatments using popular spa brands – and the only place in the UK to offer a Persian steam room body scrub and foam massage treatment. Packages start from £63. elleyspa.co.uk
8. The Hertfordshire Spa, Broxbourne
As well as all the usual luxuries, this spa prides itself on offering a special range of treatments for men, including the Ultimate Men’s Grooming package for £140. thehertfordshirespa.co.uk
9. Pendley Manor, Tring
This hotel’s spa boasts a wide range of pampering options, including specialist anti-ageing and ‘drop a dress size’ treatments, with packages designed to help prepare for a special occasion or relax during pregnancy. pendley-manor.co.uk
10. Verulamium Spspa, St Albans
An urban spa in the heart of the city with a focus on luxury. The full-day packages are the height of indulgence, with up to four hours of treatments. Overnight stays can also be arranged with the nearby (and equally luxurious) St Michael’s Manor hotel. verulaimiumspa.com
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