KENTSTAYCATION
CHAMPNEYS HOTEL & SPA
SPECIAL OCCASION STAYS
MOST OF OUR FORMATIVE MEMORIES ARE ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME , AND SO ARE THE OCCASIONS THAT MARK THESE MILESTONES : BIRTHDAYS , GRADUATIONS , WEDDINGS AND ANNIVERSARIES . THE LIST GOES ON , BUT EACH DESERVES TO BE AS SPECIAL AS THE LAST .
With everything from country house hire for family birthday celebrations to secluded stays for two and hen-do hotspots , Kent has somewhere to stay for every special day .
FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE BIRTHDAY … Hedone House , Canterbury kateandtoms . com
Close to the historic city of Canterbury lies Hedone House , a picturesque countryside escape designed to make your big day special no matter how long you stay . With a main house and two lodges , there is plenty of room for large families or groups of friends wanting to join the celebrations . Hedone House ’ s 15-acre grounds include a heated swimming pool , two hot tubs , a pool house bar , tennis court , cinema room and outdoor firepits for guests to enjoy . Seven bedrooms sleep up to 23 visitors , with four ensuites providing privacy in an otherwise expansive setting .
For those looking to explore , there are woodland walks towards Bossingham and
Stelling Minnis as well as stunning views of the nearby ancient Bluebell Wood and Roebuck Estates vineyard . For an adventure beyond Hedone House and its grounds , guests can venture to Buckmore Park kart circuit for some karting , head to Chartham Vineyard for wine tasting , or take a day trip to Wingham Wildlife Park , all of which make for a birthday well spent .
FOR A LAVISH HEN DO … Champneys Hotel & Spa , Ashford champneys . com
Founded on the philosophy that health , beauty and wellbeing are intertwined , Champneys has committed to encouraging wellness in its guests for almost 100 years - and nothing quite says ‘ hen do ’ like a spa day , so who are we to break tradition ? Bridal parties can enjoy a range of pamper days or weekend breaks here , with the most popular package being The Original Spa Break with Treatment . With full-board dining and a 50-minute treatment for each night of your stay , Champneys offer everything from tension-melting massages to soothing reflexology .
Each night , guests can return from the spa knowing that they ’ re awaited by comfy bedding and views of the breathtaking grounds . To make full use of a stay at Champneys Spa , the bridal party can indulge in a full range of innovative spa treatments from facials and tanning to mani-pedis and holistic therapies . Beyond the spa itself , Champneys offers aqua classes at the pool , guided walks outdoors and a healthy continental breakfast and lunch to make pre-wedding celebrations just that extra bit special .
FOR A BESPOKE WEDDING … Rowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia Spa , Dartford alexanderhotels . co . uk
Whether you ’ d like a relaxed wedding with just the closest of family or an epic party that spares no expense , planning your special day can be a daunting task . Luckily , Rowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia Spa has an experienced wedding team to make your plans a reality . With a variety of packages to manifest your dream ceremony and reception , each offers exclusive access to
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