Rockliffe Hall

"Self-taught chef James Close spends any spare time he has travelling the world for food inspiration. Looking for a new challenge he joined Rockliffe Hall as culinary director and opened dinner-only TERRA in the space used as the spa’s café during the day, while the hotel builds a completely new restaurant space opening in 2025. Although billed as a modern bistro, the level of skill and detail in dishes such as prawn and crab toast; burnt lime hamachi ceviche; wagyu tournedos rossini speak to his Michelin star background (two stars at his previous home, The Raby Hunt), while gratinated gnocchi and tropical baked alaska hit the comfort food bullseye. During the day, the space is called Nu Sana and offers buddha bowls, burgers and brunches with plenty of vegan options. The spa experience The award-winning Spa at Rockliffe Hall spans 50,000 square feet, including a 20m indoor pool, hydro pool, monsoon showers, thermal suite and outdoor hot tub, plus a dedicated wellness restaurant, Nu Sana, with in-robe dining welcome daily. The spa treatment menu combines holistic spa rituals with results-driven treatments. Most recently, the hotel partnered with Proverb – the sustainable beauty and bodycare company – to offer guests a 'skin fitness' journey with a new stretch and align massage treatment. The sumptuous Spa Garden includes a sauna, private infinity pool with sweeping views of the grounds and beyond, plus tepidarium beds. Guests can enjoy the private space while sipping on Piaff champagne. Access to the spa is included for guests of the hotel throughout their stay, though not including treatments. The Spa Garden is £25 per person for guests staying at the hotel, while day and evening packages are also available to non-guests. Rooms from £390 per night. Check availability at booking.com or rockliffehall.com"