Star Spas!

Amy Watkins decides it's time to detox, refresh and revitalise.

With the cold weather dragging on, there's nothing better to perk up jaded spirits than a pamper break at a luxury Spa hotel. We could all do with a detox to kick-start a new health regime in time for the spring – and it's a great excuse to enjoy some fine dining without feeling guilty!

Stay at the classic country style Bishopstrow House, near Bath, and indulge in champagne and truffles on arrival and a three-course gourmet meal in the Mulberry restaurant. Work it off with a mud-therapy treatment and in the two fabulous pools at the Halcyon Spa; then collapse in one of the cosy bedrooms, surrounded by antique furniture. This one night Spa stay costs from just GBP 385 for two. https://roomforromance.com/romantic-hotels/united-kingdom/bath/bishopstrow-house-hotel/offers/

Stressed-out urbanites flock to the country chic Cowley Manor near Cheltenham and a mid-week Spa and Stay includes a spa treatment at the chichi C-Side spa, which is popular with visiting celebs, three-course dinner and indulgent breakfast from GBP 295.

Just an hour from London is the riverside retreat of Danesfield House, overlooking the Thames, where a one-night Relaxation Break includes full use of the award-winning spa, a bespoke 55 minute back massage and taster facial each, plus three-course dinner and next-day breakfast for GBP 400.

Spa lovers looking to really get away can head to mid-Wales and the neo-Tudor splendour of the Lake Country House. A two night Champagne Getaway lets you bask in the lakeside hot tub, enjoy a night in a luxury suite, eat a delicious four course dinner, enjoy the Kingfisher spa and a 260 minute massage treatment, then finish off your stay with a hearty Welsh breakfast. All this for just GBP 450!