Top 5 spa retreats in the English Lake District

The English Lake District is home to some of the purest water sources in the world. In 2017 millions of pounds are being spent in the region capturing this liquid gold in the form of world-class spa experiences. Let’s take a closer look. The 2,362 km² mountain region splits into 13 glacial valleys, cradling 16 lakes, several more tarns, many rivers, streams and natural springs. This really is one of the most soothing and refreshing landscapes to enjoy a spa break.

The volcanic mountains drain fresh rainwater, of which the Lake District is blessed with some of the highest levels in the UK, down and into the valley basins, collecting the mineral wealth that is unique to the Lake District on the way. The pedigree of the…