USP All the credentials of a B&B plus a natural-healing centre.

AMBIENCE It can be a profound experience although one that takes place in careworn surroundings. With some investment - a pool, new wallpaper, a nicer bathroom - this place could be more of a haven than it currently is.

EXPERIENCE Treatments range from one-on-one yoga lessons to shamanic healing. I experienced the La Stone massage, a mud bath, a clay wrap and an acupressure session. The treatments were all excellent.

FOOD Dinner-time was signalled by a wind chime – we shared polite conversation over moussaka with two women who’d booked in for the week.

IN CROWD Women who want some time on their own, especially those who are recovering from illness.

WALLET WATCH £241.58 per person for two nights' full board, a La Stone treatment and spa session.

NEED TO KNOW Middle Piccadilly Natural Healing Centre, Holwell, near Sherbourne, Dorset (01963 23468; info@middlepiccadilly.com)

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