The new secret garden will see the addition of a second swim up bar, and group wellness activities.
The award-winning Manor House Hotel and Spa based in Alsager has announced exciting and ambitious new plans to expand and develop the existing spa garden facilities. The English Country inspired garden will see an expansion of 36 square meters, inviting guests into a new Secret Garden area. The new space will provide a vibrant, multi-experience oasis designed to give guests a mix of relaxation and restore energy levels.
Wet Facilities
Following the popularity of the spa’s signature swim up bar, the first of its kind in the UK, the new secret garden will be adding a second swim up bar, named The Bothy Bar. The new bar will provide more space for guests to enjoy a delicious hot or cold beverage, immersed in the warmed water.
There will also be a brand-new Hydrotherapy Pool, heated to 37°C (98.6°F), where strategically placed jets will gently massage muscles and boost circulation. The integrated seats will allow guests to enjoy the hydrotherapy benefits at their own pace, in a social situation.
Adding to the group element of wellness, there will also be a new Secret Garden Cold Water Plunge Pool, designed to be just the right size for several guests to enjoy the brisk plunge together. The cascading waterfall not only looks and sounds soothing, but also amps up the cooling effect, perfect for a refreshing burst to balance out the warmth from other treatments.
Dry Facilities
One of the new thermal treatments will be the Finnish Sauna, named the Hot House. Heated to 80°C (176°F) featuring a Himalayan salt wall, this is a traditional sauna with a twist. Clad with reclaimed brick, this facility will provide a detox for guests and help with better circulation, and a deep, relaxing heat that melts stress away.
Continuing the theme of the English County Garden, there will be new relaxation spaces and lounges named Greenhouses. Thanks to the glass ceilings, guests will enjoy a light-filled, open environment perfect for unwinding, along with underfloor heating, ensuring they’re kept toasty whatever the time of year. These relaxation areas invite guests to settle in with a good book and a cup of tea in this cosy retreat.
Lastly, the Secret Garden will house a Sensory Herb Garden, designed to satisfy all the senses and reconnect with nature. There will be raised beds filled with a hand-picked selection of herbs and flowers that look gorgeous, smell delightful, and even offer a fun tactile experience. The addition of a water feature will provide gentle trickling sounds and a stunning visual display.
Hotel Manager Jessica Middleton said on the launch of the retreat “As our spa grows in popularity, we wanted to expand the spa to ensure guests still have the feeling of space so they can enjoy the spa to its fullest. Each corner of the Secret Garden is thoughtfully designed to give guests a unique experience. From socialising at the swim-up bars to unwinding in the sauna or simply soaking in the sensory delights of the garden spaces, there’s something here for everyone. We’re so excited for this new area to open, and hope guests enjoy exploring this new haven of relaxation and rejuvenation!”
About The Spa at Manor House Alsager
Having fully opened its spa at the end of 2022, The Spa at Manor House has gone from strength to strength, winning multiple awards and most recently included in The Times top 50 spas in the UK, with an impressive rating of 9/10.
Making the most of natural light and fresh air, the spa and its spa garden is inspired by the hotel’s picturesque rural location which looks out onto the fields beyond. Embracing the English countryside, the spa garden combines quintessential landscaping and country garden planting with modern wellness facilities. Designed to be enjoyed whatever the weather, guests can relax in the stunning outdoor seating areas some rain or shine, or wander around the spa garden visiting the large Vitality Pool, Sunken Table Top Hydrotherapy Tub, The Pavilion containing a Panoramic Laconium, and the Summer House where guests can find the Light Relaxation Lounge and Patio. Guests can make their way through a thermal journey and visit the Salt Steam Inhalation Chamber, the Potting Shed Herbal Sauna, and finish by braving the icy cool Plunge Bath. The Pool House connects the swim up bar to its inviting indoor dining area, and inside, guests can find a stylish 15 metre serenity swimming pool with surrounding boardwalk and glass ceiling. Around the pool, guests can lounge on luxurious sofas or take a rest on the Instagram worthy hanging day bed, a feature which continues out into the spa garden.
Since its opening, the family run business has continued to add to its offering to provide the ultimate relaxation experience for guests. Additions include an alpine style Woodshed for drinks and socialising, private garden hot tubs, a guided meditation room, new relaxation lounges for guests post treatment, and additional day beds for guests to enjoy. The spa also hosts regular music nights suited to the seasons, with festive acoustic nights at Christmas, to sundowner sunset DJ sessions in the summer time. The spa provides treatments from artisan spa brand Tribe517 and TEMPLESPA.
Development at The Spa at Manor House Hotel will be completed by April 2025
