As the summer approaches, what better way to get ready than a spa day to rejuvenate, relax and prepare the body for the months ahead.

Here is a round-up a selection of five local spas – perfect for a day out or maybe even a more indulgent overnight stay. All spas are within easy reach of Worcester and the neighbouring areas.

The Elms Hotel and Spa

Located just behind the beautiful Queen Anne mansion, The Elms spa has a range of facilities including a 12-metre swimming pool, a thermal suite including a cedar-clad sauna, steam room, experience shower, indoor/outdoor hydro pool, a fitness suite and rooftop terrace.

A Twilight Spa day starts from £69 per person and includes a two-course a la carte dinner in Brookes restaurant, robes, towels and slippers plus full use of the facilities. The spa has four treatment rooms offering a range of therapies using Elemis and Jessica luxury products. The spa also offers prenatal therapies. Find out more at spabreaks.com/venues/the-elms-hotel-and-spa

The Malvern

This hotel spa is located in Malvern, which is also known as a spa town. Facilities at the spa include a 20-metre indoor/outdoor pool, a thermal suite including a herb sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool and ice fountain.

A Relax Spa Day starts from £65 per person and includes a light lunch, luxury cream tea, robes, towels and slippers plus full use of the facilities. Treatments are available to be booked and the spa uses ESPA, REN and Jessica products in their treatments.

They also offer reflexology, Reiki, Hopi ear candles and a range of facials and massages. Find out more at spabreaks.com/venues/the-malvern

The Malvern View Spa at Bank House Hotel

Set in landscaped gardens with panoramic views of the beautiful Malvern Hills, the spa at Bank House Hotel is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Facilities include a gym, indoor swimming pool, sun terrace and a thermal suite, featuring a jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and experience shower.

An Afternoon Escape spa day starts from £60 per person. This includes one 30-minute treatment, afternoon tea and full use of the facilities. The spa offers a wide range of treatments using the award winning Temple Spa product line. Find out more at spabreaks.com/venues/malvern-view-spa-at-bank-house-hotel

Hallmark Hotel, The Welcombe Stratford upon Avon

Based in what used to be the stables to the main house, the spa at The Welcombe in Stratford upon Avon houses a pool, gym, ice fountain, Finnish sauna, a Caldarium, a Laconium and a Tepidarium and an outdoor vitality pool.

A Half Day Discover spa day starts from £49 per person and includes one 25-minute treatment and full use of the leisure facilities. There are several treatment rooms and therapists use the Clarins product brand in their face and body treatments. Find out more at spabreaks.com/venues/hallmark-hotel-the-welcombe-stratford-upon-avon

Ellenborough Park, Gloucestershire

Set in the 90-acre grounds of the Ellenborough Park estate, the spa is adults only and has been designed as a tranquil and welcoming space. Facilities include a hot tub, sauna, steam room, fitness suite and outdoor pool.

A Relax Spa Day starts from £99 per person. This includes one 55-minute treatment, afternoon tea, robes, towels and slippers and full use of the facilities. Treatments can include facials, body wraps and massages and the spa is well known for using Ishga products. Find out more at spabreaks.com/venues/ellenborough-park

Overnight spa packages are also available. All can be booked via Spabreaks.com.