Detox & DE-STRESS

from Absolutely Berkshire August 2023

Medicine Festival

Two fabulous local getaways where you can escape the hustle and bustle of daily life

The Spa At Cottonmill

Situated just 20 minutes from King’s Cross but a world away, The Spa at Cottonmill is a vision of unprecedented, internationally informed excellence. Conceived as a global leader, its founders have roamed from Utah to the Himalayas and everywhere in between to hand-pick the best elements from spas both world-renowned and secret, adding their own innovations along the way.

From Alpine inﬁnity pools and German thermal baths, to Himalayan wellness retreats and Moroccan riads to Japanese sleep pods and cli top Californian spas, Cottonmill has taken inspiration from around the world to create a world class facility combining relaxation, connection with nature and restoration of the senses.

Designed to complement the dynamic needs of modern living, Cottonmill integrates with its natural surroundings, as well as providing the latest in equipment, treatments and therapies. Within the spectacular Cottonmill, there is an inner sanctum, called ‘The Club’ at Cottonmill. Here, there are a number of additional spaces, including the spa gardens, accessed exclusively by only a select few.

Home to three secluded outdoor hot tubs, four double cabanas, a central ﬁrepit, an inﬁnity thermal pool that emerges from within the spa and an outdoor shower, the spa gardens designed by Ann-Marie Powell, a gold medal-winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show designer, are a space in which to enrich the soul.

Spa days at The Club at Cottonmill start from £199 per person with ‘The Club Day’ package and includes use of all The Club at Cottonmill facilities and lunch in The Pantry. Spa breaks start from £380 per person with the ‘Midweek Club Countryside Classic’. -

For more information or to book, please visit sopwellhouse.co.uk

Wasing Estate

In the heart of Wasing Estate’s secluded woodlands lies a unique space of pure serenity: an authentic Scandinavian sauna and invigorating wild swim lake. Take a zingy dip in the lake’s rejuvenating waters before rewarming in their wood-ﬁred sauna, which o ers panoramic views of the lake. Facilities also include handmade copper showers and a covered ﬁrepit to shelter from the elements from which an array of warming herbal teas are served during every session.

Their monthly members have exclusive access to the secluded lake and sauna during members-only sessions, but also have oneof-a-kind admission to unique workshops with specialist expert facilitators. Inspired by the Wim Hof Method, members are guided through rhythmic breathing techniques to harbour more energy, alertness and mental clarity while connecting with nature.

Their beautiful secluded woodland lake is available for exclusive-use hire so you can tailor your wild swim and sauna experience to you. Explore how they can host an unforgettable nature experience for your private use or special occasion. From massage therapists to lakeside catering, they’ll do their best to tailor your day to be exactly how you imagine.

Your hire will also include your own Wellbeing Host to welcome all visitors, ensuring your time at the lake goes smoothly and of course providing the herbal teas. Upon arrival you are free to swim, enjoy the sauna and embrace all that nature has to o er.