Oxfordshire spa named among ‘most beautiful’ in world

PURE Spa Witney Lakes has been named alongside the best in the globe by SpaSeekers.com, a spa booking agency.

Found to catch the eye more than almost every other spa in the UK, the Oxfordshire spot ranked third in the country.

This was only behind the likes of Hoar Cross Hall in the Midlands and Cheshire’s Carden Park.

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Set within the Oxfordshire countryside and bordering the Cotswolds, the agency says it provides a truly luxurious spa experience.

The results of the study come as Google searches for “relaxing holidays” are up by 353 per cent in the last month alone.

The study took images of 50 spas that are often revered online for their eye-catching aesthetics and analysed which spots grab people’s attention the quickest, as well as holding it the longest.

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Spa therapist Maddie Evans said: “Whether you’re planning a bucket list holiday or for a special birthday treat, a visit to a spa can make the occasion even more memorable, especially when the surroundings are just as impressive as the treatments on offer.

“These spas double up as a form of sightseeing and allow you to take in breath-taking views while relaxing.

“With so many spas around the world, there’s also something for everyone – so whether you love the sound of tropical hot springs in New Zealand or a forest getaway in England, there’s always going to be something for you, and we hope our research helps to provide inspiration for your next trip.”