Champneys Tring: A Weekend break Without the Kids

Having just spent two days lazing around in my dressing gown I feel calm, relaxed and ready to take on my two boys, aged three and four. Far from being poorly, my weekend-the first without kids was in fact spent at the Tring resort of Champneys-the ultimate in luxury. Having spent the week in the run up to our visit nursing both my kids through nasty bouts of tonsillitis I felt in need of a little pampering myself. Champneys proved the perfect place to help me unwind with my husband.

Although a first-class hotel, the spa's dress code is nothing short of the Champneys towelling robes that every guest seemed to adorn, even during breakfast and lunch. Feeling somewhat overdressed in my combats and T-shirt I followed suit and once in my robe and matching slippers set out to explore the hotel's surroundings. At the heart of the resort is the spa that boasts an endless list of traditional and specialised treatments-we indulged ourselves with a massage, facial and pedicure each. In between we made good use of the hotel's new swimming and gym complex and even fitted in a game of tennis and croquet. There were a multitude of exercise classes we could have attended, including yoga, that my husband did daily.

Being a health farm, Champneys prides itself on its range of healthy food options. Information on portion sizes and nutrition is available for each course and the good news is that alcohol is allowed in the dining area. Having spent two days apart from my kids I couldn't of chosen a better place for a mini-break. The combination of therapies, exercise, good food, friendly staff and luxurious surroundings has re-energised me for the forthcoming school summer holidays. robe. and a variety of equipment at the well equiped gym. Also tennis courts, bikes available and everything from gentle organised walks to power runs. However, we all went there to relax! the perfect place to relax and unwind.

What Your Experience Includes:

Steeped in history, the UK's first health resort opened in 1925. Set in over 170 acres of picturesque Hertfordshire parklands in a beautiful Rothschild's mansion this is ideal for a ramble or cycle or simply enjoying a walk in the walled organic garden. Why not have a game on the croquet lawn or perhaps relax in an outdoor hot tub. Famous for pioneering the concept of holistic health, treating mind, body and soul, you are certain to find tranquillity and peace of mind on your relaxing day. You may arrive at the spa from 9.30am where you will receive a short briefing covering the itinerary of the day. You are then at leisure to make the most of the wonderful facilities on offer including the pool, gym, outdoor Jacuzzi, sauna or simply relax with a book in the library. You'll receive a light buffet lunch and an aqua jet treatment which will leave you feeling relaxed and invigorated. You will receive complimentary use of a bathrobe whilst at the Spa.

Champneys locations include, Henlow, Forest Mere, Springs and Tring.