
The New Year Reset: The Cotswolds’ Most Luxurious Spas

If the start of the year calls for rest, renewal and a little indulgence, the Cotswolds delivers in spades. Coupled with rural tranquillity, these havens of relaxation and award-winning spas, are the region’s most restorative places to switch off and reset.
Thyme, Southrop
Set within a restored Cotswold manor and farm Thyme is a cluster of beautifully restored honey-stone buildings in the postcard-perfect village of Southrop. Thyme really is the epitome of understated luxury. At its heart lies the Meadow Spa, a serene sanctuary where wellbeing and nature go hand in hand.
Light-filled and thoughtfully designed, the spa offers eight tranquil treatment rooms, the Botanical Bothy for yoga, meditation and holistic therapies, and a standout heated spring-water swimming pool overlooking open meadows. Sustainability is central to the experience, most notably at the Orchid House restaurant, whose sedum roof is planted with native orchids that bloom seasonally, drawing bees and butterflies.
The sense of calm extends beyond your stay thanks to Thyme’s Water Meadow Collection. A beautifully curated range of bath salts, breathing balms, candles and diffusers inspired by the estate’s botanicals. At Thyme, the spa is more than a place for treatments; it’s an immersive retreat rooted in craftsmanship, calm and the quiet beauty of the Cotswolds.
The Pig in the Cotswolds
Formerly Barnsley House, this elegant country house hotel sits amid the renowned and exquisite gardens just four miles from Cirencester. From the outside, it’s a classic Cotswold venue, golden stone, gables and mullioned windows but step inside and you’ll find a relaxed yet luxurious retreat that blends historic charm with contemporary comfort. The holistic spa and tranquil setting make it an ideal spot for a gentle reset.
Treatments are all designed to give guests a bespoke and authentic experience, and the products used are made with organic ingredients. Residents and non residents are all welcomed to book into the spa.
Wellbeing & Spa Treatments - THE PIG Hotels - THE PIG
Calcot & Spa
Set within 220 acres of rolling countryside near Tetbury, Calcot strikes a perfect balance between modern calm and traditional country house charm. Interiors are soft and soothing, with cream tones, inviting sofas and crackling fires, while the atmosphere is warm and welcoming thanks to a team whose enthusiasm is genuinely infectious.
The spa is a highlight, expertly run to maintain a sense of calm even at its busiest. Guests come for the Proverb, Aromatherapy Associates and CACI treatments, as well as the indoor pool, whirlpool tub, sauna and steam room — all designed to leave you feeling restored rather than rushed.
Calcot Spa | Luxury Spa Hotel in The Cotswolds
Dormy House
Dormy House is a true dose of luxury, combining stylish interiors with exceptional food, it’s a stunning boutique hotel. Its award-winning spa, featuring a lavender sauna, salt-infusion steam room and a striking infinity pool with countryside views. Treatments range from stress-melting Temple Spa rituals to Proverb’s more holistic, head-to-toe approach to wellbeing.
The light-filled Greenhouse café sits at the heart of the spa, offering a relaxed place to linger. For an extra-special stay, Rose Cottage is ideal for couples, complete with a private hot tub, while the Courtyard suites lean into calm, Scandinavian-inspired design.
Luxury Spa in The Cotswolds | Dormy House Hotel & Spa
Soho Farmhouse
Spread across 100 acres of Oxfordshire countryside, Soho Farmhouse offers a polished take on rural living. All charm and comfort! Expect spacious Nantucket-style cabins, indulgent food and drink, and an impressive array of facilities that make it easy to stay put for days.
The Cowshed spa is a standout, with its sauna, hammam, hot tubs and extensive treatment menu, while elsewhere you’ll find a plush cinema, cookery school, and a generously sized gym and spinning studio. Bathrooms are particularly indulgent, featuring roll-top baths and full-size Cowshed toiletries. Booking is reserved for Soho House members or Soho House Friends.
Soho Health Club | Soho Farmhouse
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The New Year Reset: The Cotswolds’ Most Luxurious Spas
If the start of the year calls for rest, renewal and a little indulgence, the Cotswolds delivers in spades. Coupled with rural tranquillity, these havens of relaxation and award-winning spas, are the region’s most restorative places to switch off and reset.
The New Year Reset: The Cotswolds’ Most Luxurious Spas
2025’s Best Sold Properties: Reflecting on an Exceptional Year of Sales
As 2025 draws to a close, Butler Sherborn is proud to reflect on what has been an incredibly successful year across the Cotswolds property market. Despite wider economic headwinds, demand for high-quality Cotswold homes has remained resilient, with buyers continuing to prioritise location, lifestyle and long-term value.
2025’s Best Sold Properties: Reflecting on an Exceptional Year of Sales
Market Comment
Despite the understandable inertia created by the Autumn Budget, November delivered a notably strong performance for Butler Sherborn, with over £11 million of quality Cotswold properties successfully sold. Buyer motivation was high throughout the month, with one in three viewings converting to an offer - the national average is about 10 viewings per offer.
Market Comment
Christmas In The Cotswolds
In December, the Cotswolds transforms into a festive wonderland, packed with Christmas events and festivities. Glide across the ice, sip wine at an award winning vineyard, sing along to carols, watch the town lights turn on, browse late-night shopping evenings, get creative at seasonal workshops, enjoy festive storytelling with Giffords Circus, and feel the thrill of Christmas racing at Cheltenham Racecourse.
Christmas In The Cotswolds






