Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa

After a busy week, the promise of a trip to the beautiful county of Shropshire for a night of rest and relaxation was just what we needed. Setting off on our journey to drop our daughter at my parents for a child free evening, we arrived at the Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa in Whitchurch, a relaxed country club ambience with stylish, modern interiors. We drove through the golf course and with 2 challenging and professionally designed courses, a good size swimming pool and their recently renovated Vital Health & Wellbeing Club it's the perfect venue for couples, families and group nights away. Even though we arrived in torrential rain, the golf course was busy with keen golfers of all ages, however Richard and I were here to sample the delights of the Vital Health & Wellbeing Club. The Spa Arriving just in time to order our lunch, we slipped into our robes and slippers before sitting down to our light lunch. Our package was to include a 30 minute Rasul treatment followed by a 30 minute back massage. Having tried a number of Rasul treatment in the past I was keen to see how this one compared and was surprised to find that this treatment was a "Do It Yourself" one. Once in the Rasul treatment room we were shown the salt scrub, which we were to use as an exfoliator, then a quick shower before applying the mud while sitting in the steam room. After about 20 minutes the steam stopped and we pressed a button to release over head shower sprinklers to wash off all the mud. It was quite a fun experience and one that is perfect for couples or groups of friends on a girlie break. We had a bit of time before the next treatment so a quick snooze in the relaxation room was just what we needed after the heat of the steam room. We both had back massages which were excellent, ironing out the knots and releasing tension ready for a good night's sleep. The Restaurant We booked a meal in their main Borders restaurant to sample the delights of their Scottish inspired menu. Everything was cooked perfectly, from the Scotch Broth (which was a meal in itself!) to the lamb and the freshly cooked bread, I couldn't have asked for more. Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa is a perfect destination for a short stay especially if there is a golfer in the party. While they enjoy their round of golf the rest can enjoy a very pleasant day exercising in the gym and pool and of course a little pampering in the Spa! Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa Tarporley Road,Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 4JH T. 08448 799 199 www.MacdonaldHotels.co.uk/HillValley

SPECIAL OFFERS

Las Vegas Spa break  (only £99pp) available on Saturdays throughout December and selected Fridays:

• Overnight stay inclusive of Breakfast
• 1 x 30 minute treatment each
• Robe and slippers
• Full use of our leisure facilities
• Entrance to our Las Vegas themed Christmas party to include arrival cocktails, 4 course lavish meal, Casino tables and DJ

Paradise Escape Spa Break  (Sun - Thurs £159pp, Fri - Sat £169pp):

• Dinner, bed and breakfast with a one hour 45 minute treatment per person - the luxurious signature paradise escape treatment consists of a full body fruit seed exfoliation followed by full body Decleor massage and Decleor facial with nourishing wheat mask.
• Also includes full use of facilities, robes and slippers with a healthy lunch and glass of sparkling wine.