What to expect at your
1st Thai massage

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.

Most guests choose loose cotton clothing and lie on a firm padded mat rather than a raised bed. Your therapist applies rhythmic pressure and moves you through assisted stretches, with each movement kept within a comfortable range.

The result is a particular kind of relief that oil massage rarely reaches. People walk out standing straighter, with more range in the shoulders and hips, which is why office workers, drivers, tradespeople and runners all end up on our mats.

If none of that appeals and you simply want warm oil, candlelight and quiet, that is a perfectly good choice too and we offer aromatherapy and hot stone treatments for exactly that.

We would rather turn away a booking than accept a booking we should not. Massage is not appropriate if you have a fever or infection, are under the influence of alcohol, or have a fresh injury, an open wound or an undiagnosed lump. In those cases see a doctor 1st and come to us afterwards.

We do not offer massage to guests who are pregnant at any stage of pregnancy. That is a firm safety decision rather than a matter of convenience or paperwork.

If you are managing a condition such as diabetes, a circulatory problem, reduced skin sensation, osteoporosis, recent surgery or are taking blood thinning medication, tell us when you book. Often the treatment simply needs adapting, and occasionally we will ask you to check with your doctor before booking.

Nothing on this page is medical advice. Massage can ease muscular tension and help you relax, and it is not a treatment for injury or disease. If pain is severe, persistent, spreading or waking you at night, please see a GP or physiotherapist.