The five most booked spas in the Lake District have been revealed by the leading agency Spabreaks.com.

Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa at Bowness totalled 52 per cent of all bookings made in the Lake District this year, the second most booked was Whitewater Hotel at Backbarrow with 16.7% of the bookings.

In third, fourth and fifth place was Appleby Manor Hotel and Garden Spa and North Lakes Hotel and Spa, Penrith, and Netherwood Hotel & Spa, Grange.

1. Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa is situated on the shores of Windermere.

Enjoy country walks or a stroll along the jetty for fresh air adventures, then head to the spa where trained therapists will ease you into total relaxation. With a thermal suite to chill out in and magnificent views to look out on, you’ll be in total bliss.

2. Whitewater Hotel has delicious food, cosy comforts and an unrivalled position at Windermere.

The Cascades Spa and Leisure Club are an ideal escape to enjoy a blissful spa treatment or a relaxing experience in the Rasul Mud Temple. Best of all, the outdoor hot tub overlooking the River Leven puts you at one with nature as well as giving you some alone time.

3. Appleby Manor Hotel and Garden Spa prides itself on offering a warm and relaxing atmosphere. In the Garden Spa you’ll be treated to a menu of over 80 decadent spa therapies designed to ease you into a feeling of deep relaxation.

Your experience includes the aqua thermal facilities, which involve different heat experiences and a hydrotherapy pool, as well as two outdoor hot tubs and the gorgeous spa garden area.

4. North Lakes Hotel and Spa features cosy fires and a new FYR grill restaurant. The real luxury starts at the spa. With renowned French Caudalie products, soothe aching limbs with a massage or let skin glow with one of its tempting facial treatments. There is plenty of relaxation space, a gym and swimming pool and steam room.

5. Netherwood Hotel & Spa sets the tone with woodland and landscaped gardens. Cosy lounges, sunny terraces and a luxurious spa all add to the theme. The thermal experience is perfect for sharing, from the aroma steam room and salt inhalation room to the ice fountain and wooden hot tub. There’s a double treatment room and even a double nail bar for a couple’s spa treat too.