KENTSTAYCATION
RETREAT & Recharge
WELCOMING IN THE NEW YEAR IS THE PERFECT OCCASION TO REFLECT ON OUR PRIORITIES , SHIFT OUR MINDSETS AND PLAN FOR THE MONTHS AHEAD - AND WHAT BETTER PLACE TO DO THAT THAN ON A LUXURIOUS WELLNESS RETREAT ?
A place to escape the everyday and reconfigure ourselves , retreats are a movement away from day-today life , often held somewhere still , quiet and amongst the natural world . More than just a simple holiday , retreats are an age-old means of replenishing our minds , bodies and spirits , and usually centre around mindfulness and fitness - or simply put , self-care . From digital-free digs to spa hotels and cottage escapes , here are insideKENT ’ s top recommendations for recharge-worthy retreats this January .
Rowhill Grange & Utopia Spa , Dartford alexanderhotels . co . uk / rowhill-grange
Crafted from a desire to transport the senses away from the everyday , Rowhill Grange ’ s Utopia Spa is the perfect destination for a refreshing break in the Kentish countryside . With 38 rooms and suites arranged across the Main House and Clockhouse , accommodation options include cosy rooms and indulgent master suites . Each with their own unique charm and style , an overnight stay at Rowhill Grange ’ s luxurious boutique hotel includes complimentary access to the Utopia Spa .
Fit with 19 treatment rooms , Romanesque split-level pools with waterfall jets , saunas , steam rooms and whirlpools , Rowhill Grange ’ s Utopia Spa is perfectly adapted for an invigorating escape . Visitors at the spa can unwind with a selection of expertly curated body treatments , massages , facials and nail treatments at the spa , with specialty therapies such as their Circadian Syncing Deep Sleep Treatment certain to leave you feeling revitalised for the new year .
More than just a simple spa day , a visit to the multi award-winning Rowhill Grange & Utopia Spa is sure to pamper , energise and rebalance everyone who visits .
Badgells Wood , Meopham badgellswoodcamping . co . uk
With a mission to inspire a love of the outdoors in all visitors , Badgells Wood have created a fully off-grid experience as close to wild camping as possible . Situated in the ancient woodland of Birling Estate , Badgells Wood offers a wide variety of secluded woodland pitches , with a select number of pre-erected bell tents available aimed at easing guests into the woodland experience . Each five-metre tent is set on level decking with an outside awning , firepit and picnic table . Inside , guests will find a comfy double bed as well as two fold-out beds that will comfortably fit a family of four . With the warmth of a campfire and the at-home comforts of hot showers and facilities , a stay at the bell tent can be enjoyed by both newcomers and seasoned campers .
Every Saturday , Badgells Wood hosts a variety of wellness sessions from yoga to axe-throwing , as well as basket weaving , spoon carving and foraging workshops for visitors to make the most out of what the woodlands have to offer . With the opportunity for mindful walks amongst the trees , there ’ s no better way to enjoy the wilderness than to step deeper into the forest as well as your thoughts . With an overnight stay at Badgells Wood - disconnected from everyday stressors - guests are sure to return home feeling rested , relaxed and energised for the year ahead .
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