Media Coverage Coverage Health and Beauty "Set in the heart of the North Yorkshire countryside, in the picturesque market town of Helmsley, North Yorkshire, the new Verbena Spa is the gem of the Feversham Arms, a hideaway hotel where past and present merge imperfect harmony." She TV presenter and travel expert Alice Beer selected Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa in her search for a selection of spa breaks ideal for relaxing and recharging: Molly Hague and her friend visited here's what she had to say: "We had the Signature Collection treatment by Anne Semonin, (Precious Time).... We had 2 hours of pampering... it was the best facial and massage I've ever had, and afterwards my skin looked absolutely radiant." "We're booking a return trip soon" Spa World "The Feversham Arms raised the bar yet further with the opening of its superb Verbena Spa, which offers Elemis products and a full range of treatments and packages for men and women, a heat experience and an outdoor hot-tub to complement the existing outdoor swimming pool which is heated to make year round bathing a popular pursuit, whatever the weather." Bella – July 09 "From the moment you arrive at the Feversham Arms, you’ll know you’ve found the perfect antidote to the stresses and strains of everyday life…. This unique hotel part of the small luxury hotels of the world collection will provide a wonderfully relaxing experience." Jet2.com – Apr 09 "The Feversham Arms Hotel offers a deluxe retreat with a large side order of rolling North Yorkshire Moors, their Baby Love package with its nurturing Mother-to-be massage and sole delight grooming treatment has it all covered." Harpers Bazaar – Feb 09 "Once a coaching inn, Feversham arms hotel in North Yorkshire is now the rural retreat for city dwellers…. For extra help unwinding book in for a great massage at the Verbena Spa with its own hot tub aromatherapy rooms, saunarium and juice bar." Stella – Sunday 21st March "Elemis at the Feversham Arms – 30 Best Beauty Treatments Elemis Face and body Sensation. This Roman inspired treatment uses extreme temperature to boost circulation and induce relaxation." Sunday Times Travel magazine – May 09 "… Spas are swapping fit for fat, abandoning carrots for cakey delights served in “spatisseries”. The first opened last October at Verbena Spa in North Yorkshire. No wheatgrass here, instead, scoff afternoon teas with homemade scones and cakes." Yorkshire Post – Jan 09 "…make a weekend of it or just pop into the Feversham Arms and Verbena Spa… for a complete relaxation and a range of wonderful treatments as well as superb food and luxurious accommodation. The ideal pick me up for body and soul." Awards Winners of the Finest Fabulush Facial! One of only 7 award winning spas in the UK this award is a fantastic accolade - we are very proud of our award and would like to continue to develop and add to it over the next year or so. 50 Best UK Spas The Independent's spa expert commented; "Tucked away in the picturesque village of Helmsley, the Verbena Spa is a real find... Not only is there an excellent selection of treatments by Elemis and Anne Semonin, the facilities are superb and include an outdoor pool and hot tub, a salt vapour room and aromatherapy room and one of the most comfortable relaxation areas i've experienced." The Sunday Times Travel Reader Awards We were voted in the top two favourite resort hotels along with Gleneagles in scotland, a great acheivement for us, nearly 5000 people voted for their favourite destinations, resorts,spas and hotels in the UK. "...The hotel manages to be homely and hip all at once, with lovely squashy sofas and a spa worth spending all day in!" Good Spa Guide 5 bubbles award Here's what the Good Spa Guide's "spa spy" had to say when she visited Verbena Spa; I have awarded Verbena Spa our top bubble rating of 5 bubbles. Everything about this spa deserves recognition. The environment has been perfectly designed with special attention to detail. Service and treatments are outstanding, delivered by professional friendly staff. And the outdoor hot tub and pool are the icing on the cake. We are still working to improve even further, why not visit and see for yourself?