The rugged beauty of Gloucester’s Cotswold hills provides the setting for the luxurious spa at Lower Slaughter Manor. Guests receive a glass of champagne on arrival at the 17th century manor house, staying in the well-equipped Junior Suite for two nights. As well as enjoying daily pampering treatments in the comfort of their own rooms, visitors can take advantage of the A La Carte menu at the award-winning Slaughter Restaurant of an evening.

Price: £1239

Close to the famous town of Hastings in East Sussex, the Bannatyne Spa is situated in a Victorian Building but houses the latest equipment and treatments. For this two-night package, guests stay in an executive bedroom and enjoy a 45-minute treatment each from the spa’s extensive list, as well as having access to the fully-equipped gymnasium, two outdoor hot tubs and heated indoor pool – the perfect option for rest and recreation.

Price: £249

The Marshall Meadows Hotel is a spacious and well-appointed mansion in Berwick-Upon-Tweed in the Northumberland countryside, with extensive gardens and peaceful woodlands surrounding it. There is plenty to do in the local area, and guests can enjoy the fresh air on a walk along the coast path, look around the historic nearby castle, take advantage of the golf course or go fishing. A three-course dinner and breakfast are included.

Price: £420.85

With broad gardens and pictureque countryside on its doorstep, the splendid Greenwoods Hotel & Spa in Essex is an excellent choice for a two-night getaway. Visitors can enjoy the impressive spa facilities – which include an indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, saunas, steam rooms and a refreshing Monsoon shower – as well as relaxing in the designer suites with marble bathrooms. Breakfast is provided both mornings.

Price: £479

Eastbourne’s glorious seafront is the location for this wonderful Victorian hotel. Offering magical vistas of the sea, guests can enjoy all the comforts of a five-star hotel and spa: exercise and unwind in the well-appointed Health Club, enjoy great food and take a look around the historic town and its surroundings. The Grand Hotel is an excellent place to take a mini-break.

Price: £386.6

This two-night midweek package at the Temple Spa in Ireland’s County Westmeath offers a range of attractions to suit different people. Guests have the use of the spa’s facilities throughout their stay – steam room, gym, vitality pool and sauna – and can also choose from either a 50-minute treatment or, if they prefer, a round of golf on one of the excellent nearby courses.

Price: £586.26