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The Perfect UK Spa Break to Penny Hill Park, Ascot

The Perfect UK Spa Break to Penny Hill Park, AscotThe Perfect UK Spa Break to Penny Hill Park, Ascot

Where? Penny Hill Park Spa and Hotel

Exactly? Ascot, only one hour from London

Why? I was very lucky to be invited on a luxury weekend break to the newly refurbished Penny Hill Park Spa and Hotel. Known for its celebrity clientele and being the training grounds for the England Rugby squad, all that plus a day of pampering and dinner at The Latymer Restaurant and my bags were packed already!

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The Hotel

Dating back to 1849, this spectacular 17 bedroom county house hotel has a had a rich and regal history. From being the residence of Queen Victoria’s favourite son, Prince Arthur, to its present day use as a luxury hotel and spa, 9 hole golf course and England Rugby training facility, this hotel’s hallowed doors have seen some of the countries most eminent aristocrats to sporting royalty come through it.

The Perfect UK Spa Break to Penny Hill Park, Ascot style traveller

Bonnie basking in the UK sun by the outdoor heated pool wearing pink top by Silk Fred and blue bag by Gucci.

Below: The indoor pool and jacuzzi with atmospheric lights.

The Perfect UK Spa Break to Penny Hill Park, Ascot boutique hotel

The Spa and Facilities

Boasting a 45,000 sq ft spa this is one of the largest  luxury spas in the UK. It features an indoor pool, outdoor pool, several hot tubs and jacuzzis, full spa circuit with steam rooms and saunas, a flood lit tennis court, 2 award winning restaurants, a 9 hole golf course and a rugby pitch. Perfect for the players to nip into the treatment rooms post training and get some sports massages. And no I didn’t bump into any of them on this trip!

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Bonnie leaning out of the hotels signature pagoda which looks out over the extensive grounds.

interiors penny hill park spa

Interiors are decadent and elegant throughout, with regal colour schemes, chandeliers and historic tapestries.

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Bonnie wears green wrap dress by Silk Fred.

Penny hill park grounds

The pond and outdoor terraces.

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Bonnie enjoys a glass of champagne by the outdoor pool and hot tub, post a relaxing signature massage. Which was totally dreamy by the way!!

Bonnie Style traveller jacuzzi shot penny hill ElCy swimwear

Bonnie wears ElCy star print bikini
Penny hill park spa bedrooms

Then back to the bedroom to get ready for dinner at Latymers Restaurant. Each of the 17 bedrooms is individually designed with decor from various eras of the hotels history. All are luxuriously furnished and feature rain and spa wall showers.

Bonnie rakhit silk fred dress spa break

Bonnie wears Silk Fred flame red dress for dinner.

Aperiftifs at Latymer restaurant

Matt Worswick at The Latymer Restaurant

“Taking the best ingredients through complicated processes” is how celebrity TV chef Matt Worswick describes the delectable menu at his award winning restaurant The Latymer. Safe in the knowledge that each plate would be expertly prepared by his team of chefs, we settled in for an 8 course tasting menu with wine pairings, of course! Keep scrolling to see what we ate!

dinner at Latymer restaurant

The pre dinner ‘amuse bouche’ which was quite an affair in its own right.

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The girls and I enjoying a champagne aperitif at the table.

Dinner at Latymer restaurant Penny Hill Park Spa

Starter of Salt-baked celeriac, rémoulade and Australian truffle

Dinner at Latymer restaurant Penny Hill Park Spa mea

Braised shoulder of mutton, buttermilk, broad beans and garlic

Dinner at Latymer restaurant Penny Hill Park Spa fish

Red mullet fish course

Dinner at Latymer restaurant Penny Hill Park Spa dessert

Kitchen garden lavender ice cream, violet gel and Pennyhill Park burnt honey crémeux
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Well that was an incredible meal, I’m off to bed!

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Morning stroll around the gardens wearing Black Silk Fred off the shoulder dress

Bonnie rakhit penny hill spa lazul hot tub

Time for a quick dip before it’s time to head back to London. Above: Bonnie wears Lazul swimsuit

Below: Bonnie wears green Silk Fred wrap dress

Bonnie rakhit silk fred dress penny hill park spa

Good bye from me and the girls at Penny Hill Park, thank you for such an amazingly indulgent stay!

Bon Voyage xx

Bonnie rakhit silk fred dress penny hill park spa trip

 

25 Discussions on
“The Perfect UK Spa Break to Penny Hill Park, Ascot”
  • Seems like a nice place! From rooms, dining and pool- sounds really relaxing. Btw, I love your green dress and black footwear combination – so classy and chic!

  • You look stunning in all the photos!! I loved spending the evening and morning with you! Such a fun break.

  • You know what I love? A photo shoot amidst nature! The pools seem really relaxing. I would love to visit this place with my boyfriend! It’s perfect for a fun holiday. And of course, you look amazing in the pictures! Thanks for sharing such a wonderful experience.
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  • Wonderfully presented! Beautiful food, I can imagine it tasted phenomenal, pretty outfits and your blue Gucci purse is to die for! The Spa and Hotel definitely looks relaxing!

  • First Things First, Your blog is very amazing.Even pools look very refreshing. And hotel also looks very posh.
    Now about you, I will not try to creep you out but an honest compliment, you look stunning in every image especially the second last one.This is what I want to say.

  • Wow you seems to get invited to awesome places! How lucky! Only princess and prince fit in that kind of place! I would pinch myself to belive I am not sleeping if I ever get the chance to lay my feet there.
    The lavander ice-cream looks so cute!

  • Thant’s a quite luxury Hotel with only 17 bedrooms . Look stunning and freash area . The design is perfect for everyond who looking for nice and quite place to stay . I wish I can afford to come there

  • What a beautiful place, and the lavender ice cream looks amazing – I love the plating, just quirky enough. It looks like a perfect place for a weekend.

  • Oh my goodness! I’d love to have a day or two for myself at this hotel for a spa break for myself. It surely is a beautiful getaway; love all your outfits! You look gorgeous as always! :)

  • The spa looks amazing and the hotel, with the stunning rooms and the delicious restaurant, is definitely a perfect place to relax when you are searching for a little bit of me time. The food looks lovely, I’d like to try the 8-course menu as well.

  • What a beautiful looking Spa!! I absolutely love your outfits – that red dress is to die for! I’d love to visit here, definitely on my list for my next time in the UK.

  • This spa looks perfect place for relaxation and rejuvenation. Pools are so inviting. Lavish spread of yummy food with nice decor of the restaurant.

  • What a wonderful break! This place looks perfect to get a relaxing day. Food spread seemed delicious and all the photos you’ve shared tempts me to visit it out:)

  • I like your outfits as usual. The black dress is my favorite. Love the place for the photoshoot. This sure looks like a relaxing place to visit and dine in too.

  • I like going to spas that offer therapeutic treatments like massage, body treatments, and facials, which improve your sense of well-being. The experience can be all touchy-feely, but getting the most out of your experience is what really counts.

  • I love that all the rooms show a part of the history of the castle. It is absolutely stunning. I would go there anyday!

  • I love this post, I mean seriously the best post I read today. I can relate to you and the feeling when you have beautiful outfit and place around you. I am so looking forward to seeing more of your creativity and work.

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