100 Acres was born in 2014 from a lifelong love of the countryside and a desire to bottle and share its magic. The founders’ thinking was that if they could, they would spend all of their time running naked through a hundred acres of fragrant English countryside full of lavender, roses, herbs and wildflowers.

Tewkesbury Park Hotel is a modern Cotswolds hotel, great for golf, spa and delicious curries! A dog and child-friendly hotel, perfect for all of the family.

Thyme and Bertioli, founded by Caryn Hibbert, are part of a unique family of brands centred around the sustainable lifestyle ethos of Thyme, a luxury countryside hotel in the Cotswolds. Bertioli, the natural extension of Thyme, is Hibbert's vision of blending luxury with nature’s rhythms, offering eco-conscious fashion and homeware products inspired by the countryside.

A beloved ritual, made portable

Now available encased in a sculpted aluminium tube, this beloved Seymour Hand Cream is an alchemy of rich butters and restorative oils — Shea, Cocoa, Coconut, and Rosehip — blending seamlessly to nurture and shield your skin.

100 Acres was born in 2014 from a lifelong love of the countryside and a desire to bottle and share its magic. The founders’ thinking was that if they could, they would spend all of their time running naked through a hundred acres of fragrant English countryside full of lavender, roses, herbs and wildflowers.

Part one of a series on which hotels have the best bath and body products (I’m not a fan of the word ‘toiletries’) and what they are. Next is Commune a newly launched British self-care and lifestyle brand founded by husband-and-wife duo Rémi Paringaux and Kate Neal, both fashion industry veterans. Drawing inspiration from the magic of the English countryside, they’ve created a collection that is as eco-conscious as it is luxurious.

Calcot & Spa in the Cotswolds. A luxury family-friendly hotel with spa, gardens, bar and restaurant.

Boringdon Hall in Devon - a country house hotel that’s perfect for a foodie or spa break for couples, girlfriends. Michelin star restaurant Àclèaf is an absolute treat and perfect for a romantic meal à deux.

Six Senses Kaplankaya in Turkey has the most complete and expert spa offering of all of the Six Senses luxury hotels.

Whatley Manor: A Commitment to Sustainable Luxury

Beaverbrook in Surrey, one of the best luxury hotels and spas in the UK. I reviewed in April 2024.

Whatley Manor, the UK’s first climate-positive hotel.

Preidlhof is one of the best destination spas in Europe. Come here for a bespoke programme, a menopause retreat or some downtime in the South Tyrol mountains.

Beat the blues and book yourself into a spa..near or far…

Carys Arms Hotel & Spa, Devon

Six Senses Sharahut is a new luxury hotel due to open in August 2021.

New rooms and suites to open at luxury hotel The Newt in Somerset.

2021 is finally here and with it some great new hotel openings in the UK and aboard that we can all look forward to and add to our dream list.

Villa Stephanie in Baden Baden is one of the best medical spas in Europe. Using an innovative high-tech approach a bespoke wellness programme is formulated by a team of some of the best health professionals in the world.

The Lanesborough Club & Spa is the most luxurious wellness club in London. The perfect retreat for the savvy, modern Londoner.