Any recommendations for a romantic getaway near London? We only have 2-3 days available in May and would like to have a quiet resort or spa getaway.

Cuing on the spa item, if money is no object, have a look at Chewton Glen in the New Forest. I think it's about the best luxury hotel with health club (tho I really do NOT do health clubs), and the area is very pleasant (New Forest). That would be about 90 mins on the train.<BR><BR>I really couldn't pass comment on them, but two others worth looking at would be Cliveden (nr Maidenhead, on the Thames) and the Vineyard at Stockcross, near Newbury. The former is a famous country house, owned by the NT, with links to Churchill, while the latter is a relatively new venture opened by a Californian vintner, I believe.

When we visited Danesfield House in September last year, and again in January, their new spa facility had just opened and looked nice.<BR><BR>They are part of the Small Luxury Hotels group (www.slh.com) but have their own website too, www.danesfieldhouse.co.uk which has more information.<BR><BR>Kavey

On relooking at the site they seem to have a May Bank Holiday Offer - valid from Thursday 2nd May to Monday 6th May with special prices on rooms, including use of Spa (though that is standard).<BR><BR>

Ellie, I would definately check to see if the new Bath Spa has opened in Bath. Bath is a beautiful, romantic city and the spa, if it is completed, is state-of-the-art. Excitement is running high about this hopeflly completed project. What a thrill to once again be able to swim in these ancient waters as well as enjoy all the latest spa perks.<BR><BR>linda

Hi Linda, Thank you so much for your recommendation. Unfortunately the Bath Spa is not scheduled to open until November, 2002. I love the idea though and would love something similar. Thanks for your idea. Ellie