Donnington and Co Spa

You’ve soothed your soul with a TEMPLESPA treatment and floated to nirvana in the aromatherapy room. Now, it’s time to energise! Whether you’re a dedicated gym bunny or just fancy a light stretch, the health club at Donnington & Co. is designed to make working out feel like a luxury rather than a chore.

The state-of-the-art gym comes fully equipped with high-tech Matrix cardiovascular and strength equipment to help you hit your goals. Want some extra motivation? The dedicated dance and fitness studio plays host to a packed timetable of classes, from high-energy studio cycling and circuits to the mindful flow of yoga and pilates. You can even take the plunge with a rejuvenating aqua aerobics class.

But with 120 acres of Berkshire parkland at your feet, the best gym might just be the great outdoors. Sports-lovers can hit the championship course or swing stuio. Or trade golf shoes for hiking boots and stroll to the ruins of Donnington Castle. You can walk straight from the hotel grounds on a picturesque, traffic-free route that takes you to the 14th-century ruins in just 20 minutes.

Here on a spa package that includes a bento-box lunch or afternoon tea? No need to change out of your robe, because you’ll eat it in the comfort of the spa lounge. Bento boxes are a perfectly curated, tiered lunch of fresh, vibrant flavours, while classic afternoon teas feature delicate finger sandwiches, patisserie and scones – the perfect pairing with lashings of fizz.

As evening falls, trade your robe for your glad rags and head to PRESS. Well worth getting glammed up for, the striking central banquet table acts as the design anchor for the room, setting a sophisticated, social tone that feels more like a swanky private members’ club than a hotel dining room!

With two AA Rosettes under its belt and a focus on seasonal British flavours, the menu at PRESS is all about feel-good food and hearty plates. Spa break guests enjoy a £30 allocation toward the menu, giving you the freedom to choose between a hand-cut steak, delicate market fish or a vegetarian masterpiece.

For a pre-dinner sharpener or a post-spa wind-down, The Bar & Mezzanine is the place to be. It’s home to an award-winning wine list featuring prestigious bins from the family’s own Peter Michael Winery in California – a unique touch you won’t find elsewhere. 

More into your mixology than your Merlot? The cocktail menu is a masterclass. Sip a signature botanical infusion or a classic crisp martini out on the terrace as you watch the sun dip behind the treeline.

They certainly do, and it is the sparkling centrepiece of the spa sanctuary. The health club at Donnington & Co. features a 18-metre indoor swimming pool housed in a stunning hall with a high, vaulted ceiling that makes every lap feel special. 

There’s a bubbling hot tub for those who prefer lounging to swimming, plus the poolside is lined with comfortable loungers, perfect for catching up on a book between dips. The pool has its own thermal suite that includes a sauna, steam room and aromatherapy room – so the post-swim wind-down is just as indulgent as the exercise itself. 

It certainly does! While the estate is sprawling, the hotel remains intimate enough to feel like a boutique sanctuary. They have 113 elegantly appointed bedrooms, ranging from cosy Classics to spacious suites, still fresh from their 2025 glow-up. 

If you’re here on a spa break, you’ll stay in a luxurious Classic room designed for deep relaxation, featuring marble bathrooms, crisp white sheets and Templespa bathing products so you can take that spa feeling back to your room. Many offer serene views over the championship golf greens or the rolling Berkshire parkland.

If you’re here for a spa day at Donnington & Co., arrival times vary. It’s best to check your booking confirmation before you go. If you’re staying overnight on a spa break, you can check in and start enjoying the luxe leisure from 3pm, while check-out is at 11am.

You’ll find it in the peaceful village of Donnington, just on the northern outskirts of Newbury in Berkshire.

Yes, it is, with 30 spacious family rooms giving everyone the space to spread out. PRESS offers a dedicated children’s menu alongside its award-winning seasonal plates, ensuring even the pickiest eaters feel like VIPs. And, while little ones can’t use the thermal suite, kids can splash in the pool every day from 10am to 12pm and 3pm to 5pm.

Beyond the pool, the 120-acre estate is a natural playground for explorers of all ages. There are activities laid on for little ones during school holidays, while families can stroll straight from the hotel to the ruins of Donnington Castle. You can even head to the nearby Snelsmore Common to spot wild ponies.

For a more relaxed family outing, you can drive to Blenheim Palace in about 40-minutes. It features a dedicated butterfly house and a maze that’s a hit with older kids.

Yes it is. Donnington & Co. is designed with accessibility in mind, with a modern layout that includes ramp access and lifts. The hotel has accessible rooms, and all of its main social hubs are situated on level ground or reachable via internal lifts.

The spa is wheelchair accessible. But while the indoor pool and relaxation areas are on the ground floor, the changing facilities do not currently lead directly onto the poolside for wheelchair users. However, the attentive team is always on hand to assist with specific requirements, so your pampering day remains as relaxing as intended.

Good news for dog lovers! Donnington & Co. has a selection of spacious dog-friendly rooms, all with easy access to the gardens. Just make sure they save up their paw-ket money – it costs £30 per pampered pooch, per night.

Oh yes it does, and it’s pretty special. The championship 18-hole, par 71 course is a mecca for golfers from all over the UK. Stretching over 6,296 yards, it’s home to the famous ‘Big Dipper’ 15th hole, a 600-yard monster that kicks off what is widely regarded as one of the toughest finishes in the country. 

With water hazards protecting the final three greens, it’s a course that rewards strategy and skill. And it has the accolades to prove it, consistently ranking as one of the best parkland courses in the region. Other than the fairways, the facilities are also top-tier, featuring a state-of-the-art swing studio, a 300-yard driving range and a pro shop stocked with the latest golfing gear.