25 Minutes East

Thai Massage near
Darlington

12 miles along the A67 to a candlelit Thai spa on a Georgian high street. If you are making the trip, make it a 90 minute treatment. Rated 5.0 from 75 Google reviews.

An Honest Case

A 25 minute drive needs to be worth it

We are not going to pretend Yarm is convenient for Darlington. It is about 12 miles, usually 25 minutes along the A67 through Hurworth and Middleton St George, or slightly longer if you go round on the A66 and A19. Darlington has its own massage therapists, and for a quick 30 minutes on your shoulders you would be better served by a local therapist.

Where the journey earns itself is traditional Thai practice. Our therapists are Thai and work in the traditional technique. The authentic technique practised in Thailand. Your therapist uses palms, thumbs and forearms to apply rhythmic acupressure along the Sen energy lines, combined with assisted yoga-style stretches. Oil can be used if requested. Best for stiffness, restricted movement and desk-bound bodies — it's as much about mobility as relaxation. That is a different discipline from Swedish or sports massage, not a variation on it, and it is not widely available west of the Tees.

The other reason people drive over is the 90 minute rituals. Steamed Thai herbal compresses, aromatherapy oils and head massage layered into an unbroken session is a spa experience rather than an appointment, and guests routinely tell us it is the only massage that keeps working for a week afterwards.

Getting Here

Finding us from Darlington

About 25 minutes, roughly 12 miles

Typical drive time

The direct route is the A67 east through Hurworth-on-Tees and Middleton St George, then into Yarm from the west. Alternatively take the A66 towards Teesside and come down the A19 and A135. We are at 49 High Street, on the cobbled stretch near the Town Hall. Yarm also has its own railway station on the line through Darlington, a short walk from the High Street.

Yarm High Street offers a free 1st hour then £2 for 1 to 3 hours, Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm. If you are booking a 90 minute ritual, the all day car parks at West Street, The Old Market, Yarm Wharf and Castle Dyke Wynd are £3.50 and remove any clock watching. Parking is free after 5pm and all day Sunday.

49 High Street, Yarm TS15 9BH

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Worth The Journey

Book the 90 minutes

Deep Relief by Herbal, 90 minutes, £100. Our signature ritual and the honest recommendation if you are driving from Darlington. 4 movements: traditional Thai massage, steamed herbal compresses packed with lemongrass, ginger, turmeric and kaffir lime, aromatherapy oils, then head and scalp massage. Make a quiet evening of it afterwards.

Royal Thai Package, 90 minutes, £95. Thai massage combined with aromatherapy, hot stones and head massage. The alternative if you would rather have warmth than herbs.

Traditional Thai Massage, 60 minutes, £50. If 90 minutes is more than you want, this is the proper introduction, and there is no oil so you drive home dressed and composed.

Every treatment and price is on the treatments page. Do call 07301 158604 before you set off if you want advice on which to choose, and always book ahead rather than travelling on the off chance.

Steamed Thai herbal compress bundles tied in muslin
5.0

75 Google reviews
all 5 stars

From guests who travel to us

"Absolutely amazing. She is warm, welcoming and kind. I particularly enjoyed the Thai tea she makes whilst you are getting ready. The whole experience was relaxing and soothing. I will definitely be back!"
Kerstin Osborne · Google review
"Fantastic massage, excellent service and value for money."
Nic Arceri · Google Local Guide

Come for the 90 minutes, not the 30 minutes

Booking ahead is essential for rituals. Reserve online or give us a ring.

Book Your Visit

Prefer to call? 07301 158604