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The Manor House Hotel and Spa based in Alsager in East Cheshire has announced 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.
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.
Alongside the social pool, 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.
Meanwhile it also confirmed a new Finnish Sauna, named the Hot House, which will be heated to 80°C (176°F) featuring a Himalayan salt wall and clad with reclaimed brick. Continuing the theme of the English County Garden, there will be new relaxation spaces and lounges named Greenhouses. The hotel said these will be an open environment perfect for unwinding, along with underfloor heating for guests to enjoy all year round.
Lastly, the Secret Garden will house a Sensory Herb Garden, designed to satisfy all the senses and reconnect with nature.
Hotel manager Jessica Middleton said: “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.”
