Carden Park: Inside the £10m spa which offers a new take on natural luxury
The word spa gets incorrectly slapped on lots of things these days, in a world where everybody needs to relax more. There are far too many hotels which have a small gym, tepid pool, miniscule sauna and charge far too much for a pretty poor 'experience' there. So I tend to approach with a bit of trepidation. These days always come with a hefty price tag and, being from Yorkshire, I want to get my money's worth.
You can tell immediately whether a spa is good or bad - and first impression is everything. If you have ever experienced love at first sight, that's what we felt when we stepped into the world of Carden. The driveway to the hotel takes you through gorgeous countryside, perfectly manicured lawns, majestic fountains and glorious sculptures. You feel special before you even get the very warm welcome from reception staff.
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