Emma Douglas-Smith

Review of Swinton Estates. North Yorkshi...

A friend and myself went for the mini half day spa...

A friend and myself went for the mini half day spa package that included use of the spa facilities a mini treatment and afternoon tea. The actual spa facilities here are fabulous. Some of the best I've been to so that part of the package was lovely. The treatment was just half hour but was fine. The girl I had for my massage couldn't speak very good English so it made trying to communicate my requirements with her very difficult. The staff however were very friendly and helpful. The very disappointing aspect of this package was the afternoon tea. A big let down. It wasn't a proper afternoon tea by any stretch of the imagination. We got a sandwich on a plate in bread that seemed like it had been left out all day.. it wasn't nice. We were then given 2 full size scones on a plate and a separate slice of chocolate cake. It was very strange as It wasn't afternoon tea at all. It was like someone just couldn't be bothered! We didn't complain at the time because it was a treat for my friend for her birthday and we didn't want to spoil the afternoon. We would return but on booking we'll mention the bad experience about the afternoon tea2abd perhaps ask just to have something off the main menu instead... all said it is a lovely spot and my friend and I hope to go again.