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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Pregnant Georgia Harrison displays her growing bump at ultrasound scan before enjoying a spa weekend with boyfriend Jack Stacey
Pregnant Georgia Harrison showcased her growing bump in a series of social media snaps on Saturday. The former Love Island star, 30, who is expecting her first child with her boyfriend Jack Stacey, 33, displayed her bare bump at an ultrasound scan. Elsewhere, Georgia slipped into a plunging swimsuit as she enjoyed a relaxing spa weekend at Champneys. In another slew of snaps, Georgia wore an oversized open shirt and jeans while playfully posing with a group of girl pals, who pretended to feed her grapes. Alongside the Instagram photo dump, Georgia penned: 'Here's why I didn't text you back' Georgia announced her happy news via Instagram in April after a whirlwind ten-month romance with Jack. She told followers: 'We've been keeping a secret! Me and Jack are having a baby! Due November 2025, we can't wait to welcome this little one into the world and embrace all the joy and love he or she will bring. 'I still can't believe I've finally got everything I ever wanted and I couldn't be more grateful…And just like that 2 are about to become 3.' Georgia recalled being 'kicked out of a moving car' by her first boyfriend as she discussed the 'lasting impact' of the emotional and physical abuse she suffered. Speaking in a candid new interview with Paul C Brunson on We Need To Talk on Tuesday, the TV personality said her 'first proper relationship was traumatic.' Georgia, who is now in a loving relationship and expecting her first child with her boyfriend Jack Stacey, revealed how she was left 'damaged by her other relationship experiences.' She began: 'I was 18 and it was my first proper relationship of understanding myself within a partner and unfortunately it was really emotionally and sometimes physically abusive. 'I had no idea how much verbal and physical abuse was happening. I was completely naive to this. 'The emotional abuse was more traumatic and had a far longerlasting effect on me than any of the physical abuse.' In another slew of snaps, Georgia wore an oversized open shirt and jeans while playfully posing with a group of girl pals, who pretended to feed her grapes Georgia admitted: 'He'd like hold me face down on a bed, where he'd spit in my face. He once kicked me out of a moving car, was moving slow, but it was still really traumatic. I was really bruised from the experience. 'The emotional abuse would be because he knew I'd never been naked with other men and stuff like that. He'd always say, "you might think you're good-looking with your clothes on and all boys do, but actually you're disgusting, like naked." 'Anything you can imagine that you could say to someone, he would say to me. And I would then start to believe it. 'I would get in trouble for speaking to certain people, going certain places. I just felt completely and utterly trapped. 'Those abusive relationships, they shape how you see yourself. And it's really hard to ever shake that off.' Georgia met Jack on a dating app last summer and described her pregnancy as a 'beautiful surprise'. Discussing their relationship, she admitted that it took her months to believe that 'it was actually good.' She detailed: 'I don't reckon it was until like probably 3 or 4 months in that I actually believed he was going to stick around. I was just so damaged by my other relationship experiences.' The TV personality continued: 'I was convinced that after a few months I was just going to be lovebombed and this couldn't be as good as it really was that actually it was.' 'I don't think it was until I was pregnant I was like there's no way he's ever going anywhere now. But he can still go though.' Breaking down in tears, Georgia said: 'I just love him so much. Like I can't I can't put into words how much he's changed my life. 'He's changed me completely as a person. He's made me love myself in ways I never thought I could. And he's like he supports me through everything. 'I waited my whole life for someone to treat me the way he treats me. I just feel like happy all the time. I feel like more motivated. I feel more proud of myself.'
Daily Mail
02-08-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Pictured: Inside the British spa loved by Kate Moss and Brad Pitt and how it's changed since opening 100 years ago
Having been diagnosed with a seemingly incurable heart condition as a child in 1890, Stanley Leif sought a solution in the practice of osteopathy and diet. Self-cured by the age of 16, he went on to study naturopathy and opened Champneys in Tring, in 1925, after acquiring the estate from the Rothschild family. It was a pioneering health farm and the first of its kind in the UK, focusing on holistic health and naturopathy. Later, another three Champneys venues opened up - Henlow Grange, Bedfordshire, in 1981, Springs Health Farm, Leicestershire, in 1990, and Forest Mere, Hampshire, in 1995. And the health resort has welcomed many famous faces over the last 100 years - including Naomi Campbell, Princess Diana, Kate Moss and Brad Pitt. In fact, in the 1940s, during the Second Word War, Prime Minister Winston Churchill's wife Clementine Churchill sought refuge at Champneys. Lief sold Champneys – which takes its name from former estate owner Ralph de Champneys – in the 1950s, with the brand changing hands several times before it was acquired by Stephen Purdew and his late mother Dorothy in 2002. They guided the brand to even greater heights, making significant refurbishments to the resorts, and adding two hotels - Eastwell Manor, Kent, and Mottram Hall, Cheshire - plus two city spas in St Albans, Hertfordshire, and Enfield, London. And now, as the spa brand celebrates its big 100, the Daily Mail takes a look at just how much it's changed in the last century through fascinating photos... The Finnish sauna culture began to make waves after the Second World War, as Finnish expats set them up around the country. By the 1950s, Champneys had one in Tring and still has them in all their resorts to this day Forest Mere has had a tennis court available for guests to use since it opened in 1995 (left) and it's been updated for Padel in more recent years (right) Champneys has always been about 'healthy, delicious and beautiful food'. In the left picture, is a dinner by the pool in Tring, in the 80s, and on the right is a more modern meal available to eat
The Sun
01-08-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
The historic English manor that's launched a new Italian-like wine terrace in time for summer
Relaxing among the backdrop of an 18th century manor house, there are frankly few better ways to spend an evening SPA-TACULAR The historic English manor that's launched a new Italian-like wine terrace in time for summer I FEEL like I'm in a quaint Italian town as I sit listening to live guitar while enjoying a glass of wine in a beautiful ivy-walled courtyard. Yet I'm nowhere near Italy. I'm in the heart of Kent, visiting an historic health spa during its landmark 100th anniversary year. Advertisement 3 Champney's Eastwell Manor, near Ashford, Kent, has undergone extensive renovations, including a total spa refresh Credit: PETER KOCIHA/Supplied 3 Along with the standard indoor swimming pool, with sauna, steam rooms and hot tub, there's a newly revamped outdoor pool Credit: Supplied Champneys Eastwell Manor is part of the heritage health spa's empire, founded in 1925 by wellness guru Stanley Lief, who introduced us to the powers of holistic health, nutrition and rest and relaxation. From its quirky beginnings as the nation's first 'health farm', pioneering hydrotherapy in the '50s, to introducing Ayurvedic therapies in the '70s, and launching Britain's first wellness bootcamps in the '90s, the brand has always been ahead of the curve in wellness trends. This year, it is marking the milestone with a year-long 100 Years Young campaign. Think exclusive treatments and great products you won't find elsewhere. Advertisement Eastwell Manor, near Ashford, has undergone extensive renovations, including a total spa refresh, and I marvel at the view via a new summer terrace, while tucking into local Gusbourne Vineyard rosé. The wine is the only UK entry to make the top 50 in the 2025 World's Best Vineyards Awards. A variety of amazing small plates, including a delicious whipped feta and flatbreads, are the perfect accompaniment. Of course, you could go bigger, with pizzas, burgers and sandwiches on offer (the sea pizza being a feast of garlic chili prawns, salmon and pickles). Advertisement Relaxing among the backdrop of an 18th century manor house, there are frankly few better ways to spend an evening. The next day I was transported from Italy to France, with a beautifully laid out picnic on the manor grounds. Go on a virtual tour of the Champneys hotel - the perfect Mother's Day retreat Hopping into one of the hotel Range Rovers, I am assured by the driver that the walk would be far too difficult to do myself. Taking an entire three minutes, I feel slightly put out until I spot the size of the hamper being hauled from the boot with a bucket of champagne. Perhaps my driver was right after all. Advertisement My only company is an errant bee as he leaves me to enjoy a feast of fresh pastries and sandwiches. With more than enough to feed two people, I should have asked him to join me. Back at the spa, there are more centenary celebrations to delight, including two exclusive treatments. My Champneys 100 Years Facial (£105) begins with a meditation, followed by a triple cleanse, exfoliation and anti-ageing cryotherapy globes. Advertisement Back at the spa, there's more centenary celebrations to delight, including two exclusive treatments. For more ingulgence, you could opt for The 100 Years Face & Body Reset (£150) with a massage, wood therapy, and lemon tea to finish. Along with the standard indoor swimming pool, with sauna, steam rooms and hot tub, there's a newly revamped outdoor pool, with cream-covered plush sunloungers and beautiful sunset views. Tucked next door are the Mews Cottages, with my room hidden behind a baby pink door. Inside, a comfy double bed and lounge look out over lush grounds, and I make the most of the roll-top bath and Elemis toiletries. Advertisement Complete with my leftover hamper strawberries. Not bad for a spa that's been doing this for 100 years. They've clearly learned a thing or two about la dolce vita. Advertisement 3 The Sun's Kara Godfrey enjoys the view from Eastwell Manor's new summer terrace Credit: Handout
Scottish Sun
05-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
From health ‘cures' to very famous guests – UK's oldest spa turns 100… and you can get 50 per cent off stays
Plus, the 10 spa holidays in the UK and abroad with shell massages, huge pools and overnight stays SPA TIME From health 'cures' to very famous guests – UK's oldest spa turns 100… and you can get 50 per cent off stays Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE UK's oldest spa is celebrating it's 100th birthday - with discounts up to 50 per cent to celebrate. Champneys Tring is the UK's original spa, with the first health and wellness retreat opening in 1925. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 11 Champneys Tring is the UK's OG spa, with the first health and wellness retreat opening in 1925 Credit: Alamy 11 Now, the destination is celebrating 100 years of wellness and relaxation Credit: Alamy Now, the destination is celebrating 100 years of wellness and relaxation. Champneys Tring is set in 170 acres of Hertfordshire countryside, with a gym, thermal spas and outdoor jacuzzi. Beyond this location, Champneys also have destinations in Forest Mere, Hampshire; Henlow Grange, Bedfordshire; Leicester Springs, Leicestershire; Eastwell Manor, Kent and Mottram Hall, Cheshire. And throughout the years and Champneys' destinations, the spas have seen a wealth of celebs including Naomi Campbell, Barbara Streisand and Brad Pitt. Princess Diana even stayed at one of the resorts but staff remained discreet about the details of her visit. Also over the past 100 years, what Brits want from a spa has changed too. Here's a look back on Champneys' history. 1940s Back in the early 1940s, Britain was gripped by war. Yet Champneys remained a "sanctuary of stillness, serenity and restoration". Despite the decade being defined by urgency and uncertainty, Champneys remained open for those in need of respite. Inside the English spa hidden in the countryside with a serene private outdoor pool away from everyone This even included notable guests like Clementine Churchill - the wife of Prime Minister Winston Churchill. Clementine Churchill wasn't just a political spouse throughout the war, she also was a hostess to diplomats, balancing her personal life with public duties. During 1941, Clementine's workload increased, with many people visiting her as the wife of the Prime Minister. She then decided to go for a short rest cure to Champneys, near Tring in Buckinghamshire. 11 Champneys Tring is the UK's OG spa, with the first health and wellness retreat opening in 1925 1950s In the 1950s, hydrotherapy was then introduced to the Champneys experience. This included sitz baths, plunge baths, shower baths, spray baths, foot baths and spinal applications. Many of the treatments offered at the spas used the power of water to stimulate circulation and promote detoxification - which is still offered at the resorts today. In the same decade, body masking was introduced. This is where a thick paste or cream made from natural ingredients - such as clay, seaweed, mud or herbal extracts - would be applied to the skin in attempt to detoxify the body, improve circulation and soften the skin. Once applied, the body would often be wrapped in warm towels or blankets to encourage sweating and absorption of the beneficial elements. How to save up to 50 per cent on a Champneys stay Champneys is currently offer up to 50 per cent off stays if you stay for a three-night break. Included in the stay is unlimited spa access and meals. One night starts from £142.50, while three nights starts from £352.50 when the discounts are applied. 11 Body masking was introduced in the 1950s and involves applying a thick paste or cream to the skin in attempt to detoxify the body 11 Hydrotherapy was also introduced in the 1950s 11 In the 60s, guests at the spa resort requested tennis courts and to this day, it is one of the most popular activities at the spa 1960s Later in the 1960s - thanks to the 'Open Era' of Wimbledon - tennis in the UK became more popular. Guests at the spa resort requested tennis courts and to this day, it is one of the most popular activities at the spa. 1970s A decade later in the 1970s, the fun and social activity of aqua aerobics was introduced. Interest had flown in low-impact, accessible forms of exercise that suited a wide range of ages and fitness levels. The spa also led the industry in embracing holistic therapies and infused aromatherapy and reflexology into spa treatments. Champneys claims this set a new industry standard of wellbeing treatments. 11 Aqua aerobics was introduced to Champneys in the 70s as a fun, social activity 1980s In the 80s, the beauty, fitness and wellbeing industry in the UK experienced a major cultural shift. Mind and body wellness had entered the mainstream. Influenced by American fitness icons like Jane Fonda, aerobic workouts became a household trend. Running also surged in popularity as a simple, empowering way to boost both physical and mental health. According to Champneys website, it was in the late 70s and early 80s that they began to introduce yoga and meditation. "By weaving Eastern philosophies into our spa experience, Champneys helped bring mind-body wellness into the British mainstream - long before it was a trend," its website states. 11 In the 80s, the beauty, fitness and wellbeing industry in the UK experienced a major cultural shift 11 Running also surged in popularity as a simple, empowering way to boost both physical and mental health 1990s Then in the 90s, Champneys introduced the wellness bootcamps. The bootcamps have a holistic approach and have always included time for restorations with full access to spa facilities and treatments too. 2000s The 2000s brought cutting-edge anti-ageing skincare and advanced facial treatments to Champneys, with "the latest in medical-grade technology". Then in 2011, The Champneys Collection launched in partnership with Boots, bringing spa experiences into people's homes across the country and internationally. 11 Then in the 90s, Champneys introduced the wellness bootcamps Now Today, Chamneys has four spa resorts, two spa hotels and two city spas. Eastwell Manor, for example, is the ideal hotel break in the countryside with access to health and beauty treatments, indoor and outdoor heat swimming pools, a gym, sauna, nature trains and brasserie. Then at Springs Resort in Leicestershire - the UK's first purpose-built health spa - guests are free to explore a gym, HIIT studio, dance studio, spin studio as well as other classic spa facilities. The spas still use and have many of the different elements that Champneys have collated over the years. Currently, Champneys is also running their Serene Summer Sale with up to 50 per cent off stays. Guests can get 20 per cent spa days, 20 per cent off one-night breaks, 40 per cent off two-night breaks and 50 per cent off three-night breaks if they book a break before July 15, for now until September 30. And on July 19 and 20, Champneys will be hosting The Wellness Fest with yoga and meditation classes, breathwork sessions, zumba, pilates, mini treatments, guided walks and talks. There are plenty of cheap spa breaks to book this year – with UK stays from £17pp & holidays abroad from £261pp. Plus, the 10 spa holidays in the UK and abroad with shell massages, huge pools and overnight stays.
The Irish Sun
05-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
From health ‘cures' to very famous guests – UK's oldest spa turns 100… and you can get 50 per cent off stays
THE UK's oldest spa is celebrating it's 100th birthday - with discounts up to 50 per cent to celebrate. Champneys Tring is the UK's original spa, with the first health and wellness retreat opening in 1925. 11 Champneys Tring is the UK's OG spa, with the first health and wellness retreat opening in 1925 Credit: Alamy 11 Now, the destination is celebrating 100 years of wellness and relaxation Credit: Alamy Now, the destination is celebrating 100 years of wellness and relaxation. Champneys Tring is set in 170 acres of Hertfordshire countryside, with a gym, Beyond this location, Champneys also have destinations in Forest Mere, Hampshire; Henlow Grange, Bedfordshire; Leicester Springs, Leicestershire; Eastwell Manor, Kent and Mottram Hall, Cheshire. And throughout the years and Champneys' destinations, the spas have seen a wealth of celebs including Read more on spa holidays Also over the past 100 years, what Brits want from a spa has changed too. Here's a look back on Champneys' history. 1940s Back in the early 1940s, Britain was gripped by war. Most read in News Travel Yet Champneys remained a "sanctuary of stillness, serenity and restoration". Despite the decade being defined by urgency and uncertainty, Champneys remained open for those in need of respite. Inside the English spa hidden in the countryside with a serene private outdoor pool away from everyone This even included notable guests like Clementine Churchill - the wife of Prime Minister Winston Churchill . Clementine Churchill wasn't just a political spouse throughout the war, she also was a hostess to diplomats, balancing her personal life with public duties. During 1941, Clementine's workload increased, with many people visiting her as the wife of the Prime Minister. She then decided to go for a short rest cure to Champneys, near Tring in 11 Champneys Tring is the UK's OG spa, with the first health and wellness retreat opening in 1925 1950s In the 1950s, hydrotherapy was then introduced to the Champneys experience. This included sitz baths, plunge baths, shower baths, spray baths, foot baths and spinal applications. Many of the treatments offered at the spas used the power of water to stimulate circulation and promote detoxification - which is still offered at the In the same decade, body masking was introduced. This is where a thick paste or cream made from natural ingredients - such as clay, seaweed, mud or herbal extracts - would be applied to the skin in attempt to detoxify the body, improve circulation and soften the skin. Once applied, the body would often be wrapped in warm towels or blankets to encourage sweating and absorption of the beneficial elements. How to save up to 50 per cent on a Champneys stay Champneys is currently offer up to 50 per cent off stays if you stay for a three-night break. Included in the stay is unlimited spa access and meals. One night starts from £142.50, while three nights starts from £352.50 when the discounts are applied. 11 Body masking was introduced in the 1950s and involves applying a thick paste or cream to the skin in attempt to detoxify the body 11 Hydrotherapy was also introduced in the 1950s 11 In the 60s, guests at the spa resort requested tennis courts and to this day, it is one of the most popular activities at the spa 1960s Later in the 1960s - thanks to the 'Open Era' of Wimbledon - tennis in the UK became more popular. Guests at the spa resort requested 1970s A decade later in the 1970s, the fun and social activity of Interest had flown in low-impact, accessible forms of exercise that suited a wide range of ages and fitness levels. The spa also led the industry in embracing holistic therapies and infused aromatherapy and reflexology into Champneys claims this set a new industry standard of wellbeing treatments. 11 Aqua aerobics was introduced to Champneys in the 70s as a fun, social activity 1980s In the 80s, the beauty, fitness and wellbeing industry in the UK experienced a major cultural shift. Mind and body wellness had entered the mainstream. Influenced by American fitness icons like Jane Fonda, aerobic workouts became a household trend. Running also surged in popularity as a simple, empowering way to boost both physical and mental health . According to Champneys website, it was in the late 70s and early 80s that they began to introduce yoga and meditation. "By weaving Eastern philosophies into our spa experience, Champneys helped bring mind-body wellness into the British mainstream - long before it was a trend," its website states. 11 In the 80s, the beauty, fitness and wellbeing industry in the UK experienced a major cultural shift 11 Running also surged in popularity as a simple, empowering way to boost both physical and mental health 1990s Then in the 90s, Champneys introduced the The bootcamps have a holistic approach and have always included time for restorations with full access to spa facilities and treatments too. 2000s The 2000s brought cutting-edge anti-ageing skincare and advanced facial treatments to Champneys, with "the latest in medical-grade technology". Then in 2011, The Champneys Collection launched in partnership with Boots, bringing spa experiences into people's homes across the country and internationally. 11 Then in the 90s, Champneys introduced the wellness bootcamps Now Today, Chamneys has four spa resorts, two spa hotels and two city spas. Eastwell Manor, for example, is the ideal hotel break in the countryside with access to health and beauty treatments, indoor and outdoor heat swimming pools, a gym, sauna, nature trains and brasserie. Then at Springs Resort in The spas still use and have many of the different elements that Champneys have collated over the years. Currently, Champneys is also running their Serene Summer Sale with up to 50 per cent off stays. Guests can get 20 per cent spa days, 20 per cent off one-night breaks, 40 per cent off two-night breaks and 50 per cent off three-night breaks if they book a break before July 15, for now until September 30. And on July 19 and 20, Champneys will be hosting The Wellness Fest with yoga and meditation classes, breathwork sessions, zumba, pilates, mini treatments, guided walks and talks. There are plenty of cheap spa breaks to book this year – with UK stays from £17pp & holidays abroad from £261pp. Plus, the 11 Currently, Champneys is also running their Serene Summer Sale with up to 50 per cent off stays Credit: Alamy
