Harrogate’s Born Again Turkish Bath and Spa

Continuing my English spa journey I visited Harrogate in North Yorkshire, another traditional spa town alongside Bath, Buxton, Leamington Spa, Tunbridge Wells and Cheltenham. Many of these towns are seeing renewed interest in their spa facilities although many have been lost during the 20th century as dilapidation and re-development have taken over. Harrogate is another [...]

Buxton Spa – part of England’s Spa Heritage (and a great place to visit)

Kevin writes… “Recently I was invited to speak at the Buxton College, part of the University of Derby and specializing in spa and beauty therapy and management. I’ve been to Buxton before and it’s simply an awe-inspiring place. If you like living history this is a ‘must do’ visit – and all set in the [...]