The Ezina Spa offers a wide range of treatments in 5 Star surroundings and utterly beautiful facilities in South Devon

Located at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa in Axminster, South Devon, our beautiful Ezina Spa offers outstanding views of the Axe Valley. Perfectly placed for those searching for a spa in Lyme Regis will love the short distance into peace and tranquillity to Hawkchurch.

A firm favourite to our luxury lodge owners and holiday guests, Ezina Spa is also becoming increasingly popular with residents of the local area, with any realising the 5 Star facilities and stunning spa is open to them too.

what do we offer

Partnering with Aromatherapy Associates who bring 30 years of experience and expertise, Ezina Spa can offer a wide range of treatments using these award-winning products.

Our signature treatments range includes the Ezina Spa Indulgence, 60 minute treatment which is designed to melt away your tension. Beginning with a beautiful Rose Hydrating Body Gel, which will heat up your muscles ready for your soothing massage. The treatment is then finished with a Ayurvedic scalp and shoulder massage to help clear your mind and really relax you.

We offer a range of full body treatments, including Scrub & Wrap Treatments, such as our beautifully Bespoke Skin Polish, which will exfoliate your skin, leaving you glowing! We all offer a range of men and pregnancy treatments, so you are sure to find the perfect treatment for you.

spa facilities

Hawchurch Resort & Spa was built with relaxation in mind, so whether you are a luxury lodge owner, holiday guest or local resident, you will feel utterly relaxed when you visit the Ezina Spa. Out 5 Star facilities include, a beautiful sauna and stunning Hammam-style stream room to open your air waves and make you feel rejuvenated. We also have a soothing Relaxation Room to take advantage of and a private spa terrace, overlooking the beautiful Axe Valley.

But the jewel in Hawkchurch’s crown is the outstanding Hydrotherapy pool, with underwater beds to relax on and jets sending soothing waves to ease your aches. The Hyrdrotherapy pool is scientifically proven to reduce muscle tension and increase blood flow, which helps to ease tension and aching pains!

spa day packages

We have Half Day and Full Day spa packages and both are available for one and two people offerings. Our Half Spa Day offers a 1 hour treatment, with lunch included and full access to the spa facilities for 4 hours. The Full Spa Day Package also includes full access to the spa facilities, as well as a 90 minute treatment, which can be changed for a 60 minute and 30 minute treatment, with lunch being included.

So why not give us a call on 01297 678402 and book your spa treatment or indulge in a spa day and really relax at the beautiful, and 5 star, Ezina Spa.

Relax and Unwind with us at Ezina Spa

Aberconwy Spa is located on the stunning North Wales Coastline and is open to holiday home owners and local residents alike!

In the heart of the beautiful Aberconwy Resort & Spa, this stunning first class spa is surrounded by peace and tranquillity. Although Aberconwy Resort & Spa is an owners exclusive destination, where our lovely owners take full advantage of the 5 star facilities on offer, the Aberconwy Spa is also open to all local residents!

So if you live in the Conwy area and are looking for the perfect spa day or treatment, the Aberconwy Spa is ideal for you. With our amazing facilities including a tropically heated, indoor swimming pool, utterly relaxing Jacuzzi and sumptuous steam room and sauna to enjoy during your spa day.

what do we offer

Aberconwy Spa partners with the amazing Aromatherapy Associates, offering world class treatments from fully trained therapists, using award-winning products. We offer a wide range of treatments, including our Immune Recovery Treatment, which will help to keep your respiratory tract and sinuses clear, meaning it is ideal for those suffering from allergies and chest complaints. We also have a range of soothing massages, scrub and wrap treatments, as well as rejuvenating facials and our Finishing Touches range, which includes tinting, waxing and wonderful Jessica Nails manicures.

During breaks from your treatments, you can take advantage of the Relaxation Room, or enjoy a relaxing swim in the indoor heated swimming pool.

If you’re looking for the best spa in Conwy, Aberconwy Spa is your first stop, offering the best Aromatherapy Associates treatments in 5 star surroundings, with a multiple award-winning restaurant onsite. Signatures Restaurant serves mouth-watering dishes in the evening, and absolutely delicious lunch time meals too, so why not add an extra treat and book a table at Signatures for after your treatment? Or if you book a spa day, a 2 course Signature’s lunch is added in already!

To book your treatment or spa day now, call 01492 572002

There are endless reasons you should visit a spa, but we’ve put together a list of the top four reasons to really convince you

If you have never been to a spa before you might not be aware of all the benefits regular spa visits can bring. The UK views a spa trip as a ‘treat’ for now and again, but other European countries see ‘spa’ as a lifestyle. The spa becomes a place where families gather to spend the day and business partners visit for brain storming meetings. If we see spa days more as a way of investing in ourselves, we will get so much more out of the experience.

for your health

As well as offering social and relaxation benefits, spa treatments have physical health benefits too! Ancient records have referenced massage therapy, including the Greeks, Romans, Japanese and Egyptian cultures promoting the health benefits.

Regular treatment can have positive effects on muscle ailments by softening the tissues, as well as reducing inflammation and helps to soften and stretch scar tissue. Massage therapy can even stimulate the healing of connective tissues and muscles, and although more research is needed for scientific recommendation, studies have found that it can help with nausea, anxiety and depression for those undergoing chemotherapy.

Studies have also shown that hydrotherapy pools (like the one at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa can improve the severity of lower back pain. When used along with standard therapy, the pool can help general pain, help to increase range of motion and improve muscle strength. Taking to the spa can improve all aspects of your health, even if you are complaint free, the simple act of relaxing will sooth any tension your muscles are holding.

for social time

A spa is the perfect place to stash your phone away in the locker, take some time away from scrolling and really relax, spending time with your friends and family.

Us humans are social creatures living in an ever increasing anti-social world, with screen time taking more importance than quality one-on-one time. But socialising is important to your health, having a strong, supportive network impacts your mental and physical health.

The Pschoeuroendorinology Journal published a study stating extroverts have the highest level of immune system, meaning they are less likely to catch the common cold. Spending time with family and friends also helps to fight off depression and anxiety, as well as making you more productive and keeping your brain sharp.

And let’s not forget, socialising is fun! Laughing and relaxing together is the most important reason to book your spa day.

for relaxation

In our digitally, fast paced lives, stress has now become unavoidable, making it essential to find ways to de-stress and relax our minds. Regularly visiting spas helps to decrease stress levels and fight long term stress. Long term stress affects us emotionally, mentally and even physically with the hormone cortisol in excessive production, which is highly damaging.

Cortisol over-production creates ‘free radical’ hormones, which attack the brain cells by actually punching holes in the brain cells walls causing them to rupture. Eating junk food and drinking too much alcohol to relax is actually producing more ‘free radicals’, where as a spa provides the right quality of relaxation, helping to release endorphins, such as serotonin and dopamine, to reduce stress levels and slow the excessive cortisol production.

There are many proactive steps you can take to fight off long term stress, and regularly utilising your nearest spa facilities is one of them.

for fighting depression

Depression affects more than 350 million people worldwide, learning to combat this debilitating illness is now essential to everyday life. Massage therapy is hugely beneficial to those struggling with depression, as physiologically it will help to balance the hormone system by reducing the cortisol level by half and giving a boost to the serotonin level (the ‘happy hormone’), helping to bring the body back to its natural state.

The physical touch aspect of a massage is often undervalued, depression can leave people feeling alienated, separated from the world and often feeling lonely, a massage offers a compassionate touch, soothing understanding and giving them a connection outside of depression.

The type of massage will be discussed beforehand, as massages can awaken and stimulate, while others can cocoon and offer a gentle touch to soothe those in need. Your therapist is there to help you and give you what you need to help heal.

A spa day can impact your emotional, mental and physical health more than what you knew. Book your spa day today!

Visit the Eden Spa in Somerset for one of the most relaxing times you can have and first class treatments on offer. Located at Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa, the Eden Spa carries on the 5 start, award-winning atmosphere throughout. Surrounded by the beautiful Mendip Hills in Somerset, you can truly relax at the Eden Spa and indulge in luxurious Aromatherapy Associates treatments. The Eden Spa is a favourite pastime to our lovely holiday home owners and holiday guests, as well as becoming increasingly popular with the local area in and around Cheddar. With our a range of spa days to enjoy and a wide range of fantastic treatments, you can spend some quality ‘me’ time, really taking care of yourself and refreshing you mind, body and soul.

what do we offer

Partnering with Aromatherapy Associates, the Eden Spa offers everything from full body treatments to rejuvenating manicures, we will have the treatment perfect for you.

Try out our Intensive Muscle Release Treatment, where a Swedish style massage is designed to target tight, stressed and aching muscles. This 50 minute treatment is combined with wonderful essential oils from the Aromatherapy Associates collection, and will leave you feeling relaxed and rightfully indulged.

We also offer a range of Pregnancy Treatments and treatments designed specifically for men too. No matter the reason for visiting, or your age/gender, you will find a treatment to suit you, we even have a range of Teenagers Treatments, so you can have a fun filled spa day as a family too!

spa day packages

If one treatment just isn’t enough for you, really treat yourself with one of our spa day packages! Including the Half Spa Day Afternoon Tea Package, with a 25 minute treatment, spa facilities included as well as the sauna, steam room and tropically heated swimming pool, with afternoon tea being served for lunch.

For a fantastic, full day experience, splurge on our Indulgence Package, including unlimited use of spa facilities and two relaxing treatments, as well as a 2 course lunch with a glass of Prosecco.

There is also a wonderful Group Package, perfect for birthdays or hen do’s, as well as a soothing Mother To Be Package to indulge in too.

So if you live in or around Cheddar, what are you waiting for? Call 01934 742610 and book your treatment or indulge in a spa day with your friends and family!

This beautiful spa on a 5 Star, award-winning park, is open to all!

Take part in our fabulous Fourball Texas Scramble on 3rd December at The Springs Golf Club. The Springs Golf Club in Oxfordshire is home to a beautiful championship course on 133 acres of Parkland, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We are lucky enough to have a full calendar of tournaments throughout the year at The Springs, for both member and non-members to enjoy!

fourball texas scramble

Join us on the 3rd December for our fabulous Fourball Texas Scramble medal competition, with a 9am shotgun start. There will be tea or coffee and bacon rolls available in the morning from 7:45am in the clubhouse. This event is open to members and non-members, so feel free to join in!

After play you can enjoy a delicious Christmas lunch, as well as the prize giving for the winners of the tournament and a fun Ruffle will be held too!

If you’re looking for a fun game of golf and a delicious early Christmas lunch to get you in the festive spirit, sign up at the Pro Shop onsite for the Texas Scramble!

For more information call 01491 827300 or email thespringsproshop@darwinescapes.co.uk

Sign up now and have a blast at the Texas Scramble this December!

Calling all Springs Golf Club members! Take part in our fun Turkey Trot Tournament on 2nd December. The Springs Golf Club in Wallingford is home to one of the best golf courses in the region which is a challenge for golfers of varying abilities. It is also surrounded by 133 acres of countryside which has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

One of the benefits of being one of the best golf clubs in Oxfordshire means we are lucky enough to get the chance to host fantastic tournaments all year round, for both members and non-members alike.

turkey trot

The Turkey Trot tournament is open to members of The Springs Golf Club only, and will be taking place on 2nd December with a 9:30am shotgun start, and there will be prizes for everyone! There will also be a selection of food available to order on the day to enjoy after your game. There is an £8 entrance fee, plus a £10 ‘green fee’ for five day members.

So if you’re looking for a great golf tournament this December, all members need to sign up on the PSI by 26th November to join in!

Good Luck at the Turkey Trot!

Join us at the beautiful Springs gold Club Quiz Night on 17th November and test your general knowledge! Located in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, The Springs Golf Club is surrounded by 133 acres of breathtaking Parkland in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. As well as being a championship golf course, The Springs is also home to a stunning Tudor-style clubhouse, which hosts fantastic events all year round.

Join us on 17th November at 7pm for a fun-filled Quiz Night and Goulash meal, all for only £15!

Test your general knowledge in terms of up to 8 people, with the winning team claiming the prize at the end of the night. You’ll also be enjoying some delicious fine dining, with tasty Goulash being served with dumplings, tomato salad and mouth-watering crusty-bread! You’ll also have a choice of a glass of wine or beer on arrival, as well as a coffee and Petit Fours to finish off your meal.

So if you’re looking for a fun family night out with delicious food galore, join us for our fantastic Quiz Night!
Call us now to book your team a table on 01941 827300.

What better way to spend a wonderful family friendly evening?

Being one of the best golf clubs in Oxfordshire means hosting fabulous events in our beautiful clubhouse too! One of the things that makes The Springs Golf Club so special is the location, with our facilities being surrounded by a stunning Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The course lends itself to all skill levels, with mature trees, lakes and sleeper edged bunkers creating a Championship course for all to enjoy.

On our 133 acres of parkland you will find our equally breathtaking Tudor-style Clubhouse which houses a fabulous Pro-shop and is used to host a full calendar of events throughout the year for both Springs Golf Club members and non-members. The Springs Clubhouse has played host to numerous parties and charity evenings, all events are always popular, successful and lots of fun to attend.

our 3 course christmas meal

This December we are hosting fantastic tournaments, as well as opening the doors for Christmas Meals, so whether you are looking to celebrate with colleagues, family, friends or a romantic meal out, The Springs 3 course Christmas meal has you covered! With various Friday and Saturday evenings throughout December available, we will have the perfect date for your Christmas meal, we even have spaces still left for 9th December, but they are filling up quick so make sure to contact us as soon as you can to book your table call us on 01491 827300.

At £29.95 per person, this 3 course meal is great value, where you can indulge in a mouth-watering meal, as well as enjoying a glass of bubbly on arrival and having the chance to dance the night away with our Disco. There is only a £5 deposit per person, so you can save your seat at this wonderful offering!

So if you’re looking for a delicious Christmas meal, in utterly beautiful surroundings, The Springs has what you’re looking for!

For more information or to book your Christmas meal call 01491 827300.

Have a wonderful December!

Newquay provides one of the best locations for Water Sports, so get your wet suit ready!

Cornwall is the ideal location for those hoping to get out in the fresh air and enjoy what the outdoors in South West England has to offer.
Newquay itself boasts eight stunning beaches that all play host to a variety of waves and wildlife making it the perfect location to dust off that surfboard or paddle board and head out into the sea to take part in some water sports.

Newquay Activity Centre is the longest running activity centre in Newquay, it’s won a variety of awards for its extensive array of water based activities and offers some of the best water sports from Surfing to Coasteering.

We’ve put together a list of some of the amazing thrill-seeking water sport sessions available so keep reading to find out more…

surfing

For those of you who have always wanted to learn how to surf, Newquay’s Activity Centre is the ideal place to start. The experienced team of ISA, Beach Lifeguard and Surf England qualified instructors deliver only the best surfing lessons providing tuition from the sand to the water and work hard to tailor every session to suit the individual.

A Taster Surfing Session will include a two hour lesson with an introduction to board handling and prone riding and much more. You’ll also be allocated all the equipment you need to get riding the waves in style!

Taster Surfing Lesson: £35pp

bodyboarding

Bodyboarding is the perfect water sport for the whole family to try! The Newquay Activity Centre is the only UK specialist Bodyboarding School and the team have over 20 years’ experience of the sport.

All bodyboarding lessons are designed by British Team Bodyboard Coach, Rob Barber and your Taster Lesson will include a two-hour session where you’ll learn all you need to know on Bodyboarding from beach safety to warming up, paddling out and learning to ride those waves.

Taster Bodyboarding Lesson: £38pp

coasteering

Be prepared to get yourself kitted out in a wetsuit and hard hat to take part in an adrenaline fuelled water sport. Coasteering offers a unique and thrill-seeking challenge and allows you to take part in sea cliff jumps, clamber through caves, and tackle rapids and whirlpools whilst keeping an eye out for the amazing marine life!

You can choose the intensity level suitable for your group and an experienced team will then take you on a route which is compatible with the group’s abilities. You’ll be taken along the Cornish Coastline so you can see some breath-taking parts of Cornwall in a way you have never seen them before!

North Coast Challenge Coasteer (high tide): £45pp

super stand up paddle boarding

Grab a few of your family members or a group of some of your most daring friends to explore the beautiful Cornwall coast all from a giant stand up paddle board.

The Newquay Activity Centre will kit you out with all the equipment you need to take to the sea and you’ll be able to explore some of the jaw-dropping Cornwall Caves, practice your best paddling manoeuvres and then stop to play some fun games.

Super Stand Up Paddle Boarding quirky activity but full of fun!

Super Stand Up Paddle Boarding: £40pp

For those looking for an unrivalled experience and want to be slightly more daring then why not combine a stand-up paddle session with the thrill-seeking coaster. It’ll provide the ultimate water sport experience with stunning views of the Cornwall Coast along the way! Speak to a team member at Newquay Activity Centre for full details and prices.

enjoy plenty of water sport fun along the beautiful Cornish coastline…

For more information on any of the activities check out the Newquay Activity Centre website or call 01637 877722.

If you’re heading to Newquay to take part in the thrill-seeking water sport activities then why not book a holiday break at our five star Piran Meadows Resort & Spa which is just 15 minutes away from Newquay Activity Centre.

Piran Meadows Resort & Spa will provide the perfect relaxation experience, not only does it have luxurious self-catering accommodation, there is also a restaurant on site!

Have fun and enjoy!

National Spa Week runs from 30th October to 5th November 2017 and Darwin Escapes has the perfect offer to help you de-stress

In support of National Spa Week, Darwin Escapes have a wonderful offer for all, if you book an Aromatherapy Associates treatment at any of our spas which are open to the public, you’ll get a FREE de-stress kit! All you have to do when you book is quote ‘spa week’ to claim your free kit. Read on for more information and to find your nearest Darwin Escapes spa!

what is national spa week?

The organisation aims to raise awareness of the benefits to your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing that regular spa treatments and attendance can give.

The 21st Century offers a fantastic new way of living, but it also means our lives are now faster paced and digitally influenced than ever before. This means our stress levels are generally higher, placing a new importance on our emotional and mental wellbeing.

The UK looks at a spa treatment as a one-off, or ‘treat’ to ourselves, but the United Kingdom Spa Association see it more as a regular necessity, similar to a gym membership. They are raising awareness and showing the UK that regular spa attendance is an essential and effective way to tackle and improve everyday stress.
We visit the gym regularly to take care of our physical health, what do we do to take care of our mental and emotional health on a regular basis?

Darwin Escapes’ spa week offer

If you’ve read our posts before, you’ll know that Darwin Escapes promote positive mental health via our Health Cocktail series. So when our partners, Aromatherapy Associates told us how they were sponsoring the spa week, we jumped at the chance to get involved too!

If you book an Aromatherapy Associates treatment at one our onsite spa’s that is open to the public, you’ll receive a <strong>FREE de-stress kit!</strong> The kit includes, a de-stress muscle soak bath & shower oil, and a de-stress muscle gel to help you relax and take care of your emotional and mental health.

Participating Darwin Escapes spa’s include:

• Aberconwy Spa – at Aberconwy Resort & Spa, in Conwy, North Wales.
• Eden Spa – at Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa, in Cheddar, Somerset.
• Ezina Spa – at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa, in Axminster, Devon.

So book your treatment during National Spa Week, to enjoy this wonderful offer and remember to <strong>quote ‘spa week’ when you book </strong> to qualify for the promotion! Your treatment doesn’t need to be taken during the week, only booked to be able to qualify for the free de-stress kit.

Best of all this promotion is open to everyone, as our spas are open to the public, everyone can benefit from this promotion and take the time to look after your emotional and mental wellbeing.

If you live near one of our beautiful spas and always fancied a treatment, National Spa Week is the perfect time to take advantage, get a free de-stress kit and start your regular spa regime!