The winter months are the perfect time to focus on self-care and well-being. Whether you’re in need of a soothing spa day, a revitalising yoga session, or a stylish makeover, Canterbury offers an array of wonderful spots to help you feel refreshed and re-energised this winter. Here’s our guide to the best places to unwind and recharge in the city.
Loosen Up with a Massage
Supporting the city with alternative and complementary therapies for nearly 30 years, they help clients approach health care from a less invasive and more holistic perspective. Focusing on both physical and mental health, their services include reflexology and chiropractic, hypnotherapy, thought field therapy, and emotional freedom techniques. They also specialise in women’s health care with hormonal and fertility treatments.
Step into an oasis of recovery at The Natural Order, located on Northgate in the city centre. This studio focuses on rehabilitation to restore movement and functionality. Offering a range of treatments from musculoskeletal & orthopaedic physiotherapy to acupuncture, this is the perfect place to get your body ready for the new year.
Standing Tree Acupuncture Clinic
Standing Tree offers tailored holistic treatments using classical Chinese and Japanese medicine, including acupuncture, energy healing, and Qigong, to address various conditions like pain, stress, and chronic illnesses. They integrate traditional techniques with Western physiology and prioritise sustainability through eco-friendly practices.
The Clarins Skin Spa offers personalised treatments combining plant-enriched formulas and expert massage techniques to address every beauty concern. With over 65 years of expertise, their scientifically tested treatments deliver lasting results and luxurious sensory experiences, available in select locations across the UK.
TOR is a serene Ayurvedic spa in Ickham, near Canterbury, offering unique spa day packages amidst beautiful gardens and a tranquil lake. Guests can enjoy herbal drinks, home-cooked vegetarian meals, and relax in the lounge or communal dining area, reflecting Ayurveda's holistic principles. Facilities include a heated pool, Finnish sauna, and stone steam room, creating a deeply restorative experience.
Located at the Pig Hotel at Bridge Place, these charming wooden huts offer tranquil countryside retreats for deeply relaxing treatments inspired by the sea and herbal surroundings. Using organic, Soil Association-accredited products, their bespoke therapies provide a truly authentic experience, open to all visitors. After your treatment, enjoy the beautiful setting of the hotel in an old stately home and enjoy dinner and drinks in their award-winning restaurant.


Om Studio
Stretch, Tone and Unwind
Om Studio
Recharge your mind and body at Om Studio. This welcoming space offers classes for all levels, including Vinyasa yoga, perfect for combating January lethargy. Fostering an inclusive environment, some classes are even focused on mothers and babies to cultivate bonding.
Pawsome Yoga
Fancy yoga with a fluffy twist? Pawsome Yoga brings 4-legged friends and exercise together! Initiate the year with peaceful movements and meditation, combined with puppies prancing around the studio. These classes boost your serotonin levels while also connecting yourself to your body.
The Reformer Gym
If you’re looking to shake off the post-holiday sluggishness, The Reformer Gym is the place to be. With small group classes that are tailored towards individual needs and a range of pilates equipment, you’ll leave feeling invigorated and ready to tackle 2024.
Kesson Physiotherapy
This boutique fitness studio offers not just a workout, but also rehabilitation experiences. From reformer pilates sessions that focus on understanding and challenging your body, their sessions boost your mood and fitness levels. And if you are feeling aches and pains after your exercise, book in for a physiotherapy session with them or even a massage!
Pamper Yourself Hair & Beauty Salons
Antoniou Hair and Beauty, with 50 years of expertise, offers personalised hairdressing and beauty services in Canterbury and Faversham. Their skilled stylists specialise in cutting, colouring, and creating individualised looks, while the Canterbury beauty salon provides a tranquil space for a range of treatments. Free consultations are available to ensure you look and feel fantastic.
For the ultimate pampering session, head to Therapy. This salon offers laid-back luxury from manicures to facials, all in a chic and comfortable setting. A blowout, eyebrow tint and manicure can be a great way to start the year!
Treat your tresses to a midwinter makeover at The Chair. Their expert stylists will craft a look that’s uniquely you and give you an experience of pure indulgence. But hair is not all they do! This versatile salon also offers tanning, massages, pampering, facials, waxing and so much more. This is a great one-stop shop for a complete makeover.
This award-winning beauty salon encompasses all things calm and revitalising. Spend an afternoon avoiding the winter frost while getting cosy. Feel pampered with a full body massage, hydrate the skin with a Crystal Clear Oxygen facial and perhaps even get a spray tan!
Looking to make some big changes this year? Thérapie Clinic focuses on cosmetic injectibles, laser treatments, body sculpting and so much more. Winter can be tough on your skin, so visit to learn exactly what issues you are currently facing and leave you glowing. Their tailored facials are designed to restore vitality, perfect for combating dry January air.
Skin and Laser Clinic in Canterbury offers expert skin and laser treatments provided exclusively by specialist doctors with dermatology and laser training. Overseen by experienced Consultant Dermatologists, the clinic ensures cutting-edge care and customised treatments in a state-of-the-art facility, delivering the highest standards of dermatological expertise.
The CryoClinic in Canterbury provides advanced, non-invasive treatments for the face and body, designed to contour and rejuvenate stubborn areas with no downtime or special diets required. Trained specialists guide you through a wide range of cutting-edge treatments, including cryotherapy, collagen lifts, laser rejuvenation, Botox, cellulite treatments, and more. Offering visible results often after just one session, The CryoClinic combines innovative technology with care to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
Located in the heart of Canterbury, the beauty salon offers a peaceful retreat to relax and rejuvenate. Indulge in a variety of tailored treatments, including microblading, eyebrow services, threading, eyelash lifting, facials, manicures, pedicures, massages and stylish haircuts. The unisex spa is the perfect place for revitalizing self-care and a break from the hustle and bustle.
Retreats by the Sea
A bit of an unconventional spa, this sauna offers views of the sea to let the waves wash over you while you get warm. Available for both private and group sessions, this spa also offers cold plunges in whisky barrels, scrubs and a dedicated sauna assistant to replenish the stove. Make sure to take a look at their events too! Some include a full moon sauna, sound baths, breathwork & yoga as well as new moon cacao.
Fancy hiding away from the world for a day? Take a break at Mettyears Day Spa & Cafe in Herne Bay. Take a dip in the jacuzzi, or experience a variety of hair care and beaty treatments such as UV tanning beds, hair cuts and facials. Then, grab a snack from the private cafe offering homemade food. No shame in needing some time to yourself!
Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Canterbury’s wellness destinations provide the perfect escape from winter’s chill. Treat yourself to a day of indulgence, and step into the new year feeling your very best. After all, January isn’t just about resolutions—it’s about renewal.

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