Forest Mere Spa

...three night package at Champney's Forest Mere Spa. I had reservations initially, because I had booked a relatively inexpensive, 'bargain' stay and was expected --as is the custom in the U.S. to "Get what you pay for." I could not have been more surprised or pleased. From the moment my brother and I walked in the door, and for the duration of our stay, we received top-notch treatment. Our treatments were conveniently scheduled; every effort was made ...
...last minute. When we mentioned we had postcards that needed mailing, but no stamps, the office staff made sure our cards were stamped and sent out that very day. The blanket and extra pillows I requested were delivered to our room almost before I could hang up the telephone. The rooms were comfortable and an amazing and generous array of samples (large sized, at that, as opposed to the stingy sizes I'm used to receiving in the US)had been left in ...

nannerlh 01.04.2003 · Read full review
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I have visited Forest Mere twice - end of 2001 and November 2002. Every year a group of us ladies get together and take outselves off for a weekend of relaxation. Forest Mere is in a lovely location, beautiful lake views and surrounding woodland. It is close to Liphook in Hampshire. Rooms are fairly spacious, however very much like a business hotel - although perhaps superior rooms are a little more sumptuous? We always book standard twin rooms. ...
...group probably wont return to Forest Mere is the lack of facilities for a group of people in the evening - you can have coffee after your meal, and then all public rooms are for peace and quiet - nowhere to chat. We end up returning to someones room and spend the evening chatting there, before retiring to bed by 9:30 pm - still this is all about relaxing! The pool is good, the showers are not so good (very often you have to queue for a shower). ...

TRINA007 06.10.2003 · Read full review
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A friend and I visited this spa for last summer and intend to visit again shortly. We travelled by train to Liphook to find great difficulty in tracking down the one cab firm in the area to take us to the spa, so drive if you can. The spa itself is absolutely sumptuous. The accommodation, food and facilities could not be faulted. Great range of treatments and activities. Nicest pool ever, with pre-dinner dips allowing guests to view rabbits scampering ...
...from the odd assortment of characters giving the little 30 minute talks. On arrival, we were put on a schedule - each treatment mapped out on a timetable, with further slots to be filled in with our chosen activities. Such regimentation can be a bit bewildering for spa virgins - I think the trick is to avoid packing in too much. Top tips? Bring smartish clothing for the dining rooms and a little bag to pad round with during the day to carry the timetable, ...

bundagirl 06.08.2003 · Read full review
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Went to Forest Mere on a 3 day break with a friend. Have been to several healthfarms before including Henlow Grange and Springs Hydro. Forest Mere is the flagship of this trio of spas. The room we had was lovley, but there is a noticeable policy of pennypinching. Unlike other healthfarms, every coffee is charged for , and there is a lack of water fountains in all areas including the pool area, which means you have to buy your own constantly.The restaurants ...
...of loo paper which was not replaced for 2 days, while the showers ran out of shampoo/conditioner.The receptionist checking us in and out was stressed and unhelpful; their is a high staff turn over and availibility and organisation of treatments is erratic. One therapist failed to materialise to do a pedicure I had booked and no one realised that she hadn't even turned up for work that day. All in all it seems too big a place with not enough staff ...

Bertie2000 19.11.2000 · Read full review
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...friend and I stayed at Forest Mere in Jan 2003 on a 3 day, 2 night package. I echo many of the opinions on this site. We were charged for every cup of coffee and had to ask for tap water to avoid falling for the large bottle of Hildon routine, our prebooked treatments were at inconvenient times (e.g.7 and 8pm when dinner is 6.15-8.30) and when we tried to change they got nasty and said we would have to pay. They also booked our treatments close together ...
...Dinner was good although they tried to make us share a table when we had specifically booked for 2, but lunch and breakfast were disappointing. If you are going horse riding you need a car and it is a good half hour drive (no-one tells you this). The gym is fairly unimpressive as well. Over all it feels as if everything is done for their convenience and profit rather than your enjoyment - we would never stay again. Charlotte Revely Woking ...

LottieR 05.02.2003 · Read full review
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During a recent stay at forest mere I returned more stressed and frustrated than when I arrived. The treatments were badly organised and the inclusive treatments were mean and rushed. There is no Jacuzzi but a very cold whirlpool and the cafe does not open until 6, meaning that if you arrive after three you cannot get anything to eat. When I complained it was suggested to me that I had arrived wanting compensation! Day visitors had to hire a robe ...

siliconb 05.11.2002 · Read full review
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I phoned Forest Mere to discuss a sensitive personal booking. I had good money to spend and my heart set on a Mini break 'gift' for members of my family. In only 30 minutes on the phone the Forest Mere staff completely changed my attitude. They were no help to me. I found them completely inflexible and quite arrogant. My family and I are not celebrities and Forest Mere soon put us in our place. I felt I was dealing with a returns desk at Comet, ...
...was very 'like it or lump it' type responses at every suggestion. Not what I had expected at all from reading the advertisment. I was left feeling dirty, low and disappointed. I never booked and never will. My family are worth more than they made me feel. ==== THE REQUEST ==== I felt the request I made was not unreasonable. In fact at one point they said they get a lot of similar requests. Odd I thought they did not seize an opportunity to grab ...

catto99 28.06.2004 · Read full review
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After check in we were sent off on our own to discover our room. One we had found it the room was warm and clean. Were advised on booking our break that we had to book all our treatments in advance (which we did) only to discover that there were so many spare that the same ones were offered at discounted price - we weren't entitled - don't book all in advance! Very few classes except yoga during the day. Horseriding offered but don't do it if you ...

tlc5555 17.01.2003 · Read full review
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