South(ish) of England Spa Break in December Recommend
South(ish) of England Spa Break in December Recommend
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Turtle Shed

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2,622 posts

49 months

Monday 4th November 2024
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Hello all.

Wife and I would like a mini-break of perhaps 4-5 days in early December. I just can't be having airports these days, so I'm after recommendations for a very relaxing spa hotel type break in the south of England (South of Manchester is fine for the right place).

Obviously weather isn't going to be great, but if we can get out for walks then fine, not a deal-breaker though.

Having things to do is important, and at 60 years old we like museums, art galleries, castles, National Trust places etc... you get the idea.

We love our food too, but there are always good eateries to be found.

A Google turns up many places, but there's nothing like a PH suggestion IMHO.

Budget? Not a huge consideration, but we do like value.

Suggestions very much appreciated.

Audis5b9

1,292 posts

95 months

Monday 4th November 2024
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Dormy House

rallye101

2,513 posts

220 months

Monday 4th November 2024
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(South of Manchester)
Jeepers, don't class that as south but I know a great place in the New forest

glennjamin

437 posts

86 months

Monday 4th November 2024
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The Cornwall spar, St Austell great facilities and food.

Petrus1983

10,832 posts

185 months

Monday 4th November 2024
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Dylan Thomas Coastal Restort - south Wales.

https://www.hoseasons.co.uk/accom/laugharne-bavr?g...

Turtle Shed

Original Poster:

2,622 posts

49 months

Monday 4th November 2024
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Thanks all, will look tomorrow.

IroningMan

10,598 posts

269 months

Monday 4th November 2024
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No idea of the cost, but this place is just up the road from me and building a pretty good rep: The Newt

Nemophilist

3,175 posts

204 months

Tuesday 5th November 2024
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Audis5b9 said:
Dormy House
I’d choose Dormy House too.

If unlimited budget - The Newt

Petrus1983

10,832 posts

185 months

Tuesday 5th November 2024
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I've also had some nice stays here - south coast -

https://www.harbourhotels.co.uk/our-hotels/dorset/...

The Chewton Glen is round the corner but that can be quite pricey.

https://www.chewtonglen.com/