The Menzies Welcombe Hotel Spa And Golf Club, Stratford-Upon-Avon

In 157 acres of grounds, this stunning hotel has a pool, a gym and a 2 AA rosette-awarded restaurant. The M40 is just 5 minutes’ away.

The Welcombe Spa features thermal experience rooms, a vitality pool and heated loungers, along with Elemis and Clarins treatment rooms (advance booking recommended).

Built in 1866, the 4-star Menzies Welcombe Hotel features an impressive lounge, with a large marble fireplace, chandeliers and period furniture. It also has a Green Tourism Award.

All rooms offer TVs with Sky Sports, hairdryers, and tea and coffee-making facilities.

There are tennis courts and an 18-hole championship golf course, in picturesque countryside.