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Home  British Spa Towns
British Spa Towns and Mineral Water Spas
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At its most narrow, the word "spa" simply signifies the place where a mineral spring rises. At its broadest, the word "spa" has come to encompass virtually any natural treatment, product or philosophy that relates to the well-being of the human body or mind. Whilst many of our traditional Spas are no longer used for bathing, the medical, cultural and architectural inheritance of Britain’s 18th century spa heyday remains. Each of the 12 Spa Heritage Towns continues to attract visitors from all over the world, drawn by beautiful buildings, parks, gardens, theatre, festivals, museums and the availability of a wide range of complementary therapies.
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Written by alfredo
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Wednesday, 18 February 2004 00:00 |
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Designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site with over 2000 years of living history, Bath is Britain's leading Spa town. Situated on the banks of River Avon and the picturesque Kennet & Avon Canal, water has always played a unique role in Bath's history and geography. The surrounding area, North East Somerset, in the West of England, is steeped in history.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:20 )
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Written by m2
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Tuesday, 17 August 2004 23:00 |
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Discover the breathtaking beauty of Buxton, a beautiful 18th century Spa and market town, situated in the heart of the Peak District - an area of stunning beauty and spectacular scenery. Buxton is the main centre for accommodation in the Peak District - from four star grandeur to first class, family run hotels and B&Bs.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:20 )
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Written by m2
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Wednesday, 08 December 2004 00:00 |
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England's Regency Spa town, made fashionable in the eighteenth century by King George III. Cheltenham is one of England's most popular inland resorts, noted for fine architecture, stylish shopping, antiques, horse racing and cultural events.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:21 )
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Written by m2
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Wednesday, 17 December 2003 00:00 |
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Unique and historic Droitwich Spa is located in north Worcestershire and surrounded by beautiful countryside. It is a town of great charm and character, offering its visitors plenty to see and enjoy. A very special place - exceptional among the Spa towns of Britain, the ancient and historic town of Droitwich has a rich source of natural brine and achieved fame and recognition as a Brine Spa. The town is built above large deposits of rock salt, formed millions of years ago and salt has shaped the town's history since Roman times.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:21 )
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Written by m2
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Tuesday, 09 December 2003 00:00 |
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Harrogate in North Yorkshire is one of England's most famous Spa towns. Since the discovery of the first medicinal spring in 1571, the small village with the curious sulphur spring evolved into one of the most fashionable Spas in Europe, and a major health resort for the rich and famous.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:21 )
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Written by m2
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Sunday, 15 August 2004 23:00 |
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Situated in the heart of England, Royal Leamington Spa is easily accessed from all parts of the country by both road, rail and nearby Birmingham International Airport. Royal Leamington Spa, "Royal" since Queen Victoria granted that title to record her visits to the town in 1830 and 1858.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:22 )
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Written by m2
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Monday, 13 September 2004 23:00 |
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In the heart of mid Wales is the picturesque Spa town of Llandrindod Wells, the County Town of Powys. Look no further if you're in search of green hills and mountains, fresh air and relaxation - all part of the Spa experience.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:22 )
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Written by m2
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Tuesday, 09 December 2003 00:00 |
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Often described as one of the loveliest resorts in England, Malvern is situated at the south-western corner of Worcestershire, almost in the centre of England. It has been blessed by nature with superb scenery, invigorating air and a wonderful range of hills, the source of the famous Malvern Water.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:22 )
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Written by m2
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Wednesday, 10 December 2003 00:00 |
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Set in a spectacular gorge in the beautiful Derbyshire Dales, Matlock Bath is a popular inland Spa resort with naturally occurring thermal springs. Matlock Bath owes its origins to the baths constructed to take advantage of these springs and present day visitors can still "take the waters" from an ornate Victorian pump and bathe in the natural spring water Spa pools of the New Bath Hotel.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:23 )
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Written by m2
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Sunday, 08 August 2004 23:00 |
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"a wonderful and most excellent restorative against any lethargy of the body or weariness of the mind". trathpeffer Spa, situated in the Highlands of Scotland, invites you to visit the newly restored Spa Pump Room - an original Victorian Spa experience/exhibition you will really enjoy.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:23 )
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Written by m2
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Thursday, 13 March 2003 00:00 |
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In the Heart of Kent, Royal Tunbridge Wells has been a fashionable Spa town since the 17th century when it became popular among royalty and the aristocracy. From its humble beginnings with the discovery of a mineral spring around 1606, Royal Tunbridge Wells developed into a fashionable Spa resort, famous for its charming colonnaded walks known as the Pantiles.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:24 )
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Written by m2
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Tuesday, 09 December 2003 00:00 |
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Situated on the "Drier side of Britain", in between the famous cathedral City of Lincoln and the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 March 2009 17:24 )
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