THE Coniston Hotel Country Estate and Spa has retained a top industry award for the third year running, as well as being shortlisted as ‘North East Spa of the year’.

Following an independent visit from a spa expert the luxury spa has been awarded the ‘five bubble’ rating by The Good Spa Guide.

The award has recognised the spa’s “exceptional customer service, unique treatments and ‘heavenly’ dining experience” in the Nourish Brasserie.

The spa spy who visited the Coniston, said: “The infinity edge hot tub was a real treat on a sunny day and the combination of top quality products and great therapists means you are sure to find a treatment that works for you.

“We awarded The Coniston Spa a Good Spa Guide bubble rating of five bubbles for its combination of striking design, outdoor infinity edge pool and great treatments, all delivered with a friendly welcome in a wonderful countryside setting.”