A spa resort on Windermere has been voted the best in North West England at the 2025 Good Spa Guide regional awards ceremony in London.

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa has won the accolade, beating off strong competition from a host of leading spas across the region.

The award recognises excellence across the UK spa industry, celebrating those who deliver outstanding guest experiences, world-class facilities and exceptional levels of care. It reinforces the position of the English Lakes Hotels venue amongst the best spas in the UK.

Organised in partnership with leading spa services provider ESPA and with Elemis as sponsor, the Good Spa Guide ‘Best Spa in the North West’ award was based on the organisation’s precise ‘bubble rating’ assessments, along with expert insights and opinions from its ‘spa spies'.

The awards judges commented on Low Wood Bay’s calm spaces, which soak up Lake Windermere’s tranquillity, with its panoramic views and surrounding fells elevating the whole spa experience for guests.

Gary Tennant from English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues says:

"It was great to attend the awards at L’oscar London near Covent Garden and fantastic to come top in the region. The finalists were chosen through rigorous appraisal rather than a consumer-voted process. This national recognition underscores our commitment to offering one of the most exceptional spa experiences in the region."

“Last year we were the first in the North West to attain the prestigious ‘Five Bubble Luxury’ standard from the Good Spa Guide. Now we’ve gone a step further, not only because of our fantastic facilities and stunning lakeside location, but also because of our hard-working team."

“This award is a real reflection of the whole team’s efforts, passion and commitment to creating amazing experiences. They are what make Low Wood Bay spa truly special, and I’m incredibly proud of everything they deliver day in, day out.”

The hotel group’s operations director Michael Kay adds:

“Standing out in such a competitive category is a testament to the dedication, expertise and passion of our spa team, who consistently go above and beyond to create moments of relaxation, renewal and wellbeing for every guest."

“We are incredibly honoured by this achievement and grateful to our teams, guests and supporters, all of whom helped make it possible. This milestone energises us to continue innovating, investing and striving to remain a leading destination for wellbeing in the North West and beyond.”

Top Photo: Low Wood Bay has won the best spa in North West England award from the Good Spa Guide (L-R) Gary Tennant, Annabel Berry, Michael Kay and Ilse Bujok.