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Health & Wellbeing
The Core Zone
Muddy says: Your go-to destination for some much needed me time, this wellbeing space near Banbury offers all manner of exercise classes and alternative therapies, plus a hair salon.
Yoga Synergy
Muddy says: Ready to get your zen on? Shelley, owner of Yoga Synergy offers chilled out yoga classes and one-to-one sessions in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire - and there's a residential weekend in Bucks on the horizon!
The Naked Pharmacy
Muddy says: A range of totally natural, vegan-friendly health supplements backed by science? Yes please.
EqUa Coaching
Muddy says: Founders of The EqUa Approach, Jo and Liz, offer one-to-one coaching sessions (in person or via Skype), online courses and live workshops in their Milton Keynes studio to help you put the balance back into your body, mind and life.
The Langley Spa
Muddy says: A brand new super spa to add to your hit list with stunning marble interiors, infinity pool, full treatment list and quirks like a hammam, amethyst crystal steam room and ice fountain.
Hartwell House and Spa
Muddy says: Work out, wind down, detox, retox: Hartwell House has you covered (from top-to-toe in gorgeous smelling spa-ey concoctions) whatever your current chillout mood.
Bodhi Tree Spa
Muddy says: An award-winning modern day spa, near Chalfont St Peter village, with a full treatment list, indoor heated pool, sauna and fitness studio.
Clean Living Days
Muddy says: Held in and around a manor house in the rolling Chiltern hills, Clean Living Days are the perfect opportunity to recharge, relax and get healthy through exercise, yoga and interactive workshops.
Danesfield House, Marlow
Muddy says: This exquisite five-star country house hotel is the last word in luxury. Afternoon tea, a luxury overnighter, wedding venue or superlative spa? Please don't make us go home. Ever.
Thame Therapy Clinic
Muddy says: A well-established, friendly therapy practice in the centre of Thame, offering a wide range of holistic and complementary therapies. I've used them personally for several disciplines including cranial osteopathy and acupuncture.
Geans Dental
Muddy says: For personalised dental care with an holistic approach, Geans Dental aims to give you a fabulously healthy smile.
TOPS The Oxford Physiotherapy Service
Muddy says: A one stop shop for all your musculoskeletal needs. Physiotherapy, Yoga and Pilates all under one company in Summertown, Oxford.
G.M. Yoga
Muddy says: If you're looking for an inspirational and passionate teacher in an intimate studio, then GM Yoga is a great place to start or improve your Hatha Yoga practice.
Sweat Studios
Muddy says: If you like to do Yoga for exercise without contemplating your navel, then funky modern Sweat Studios is the place for you.
Yoga Atelier
Muddy says: Yoga Atelier’s approach to standing like a tree is truly refreshing. You are invited to get out and be close to nature, as you forage and learn about health and nutrition before enjoying some proper relaxation, yoga and meditation.
Monera, Thame
Muddy says: A super-friendly Thame beauty salon that offers a range of treatments within a gorgeous beamed building.
Utopia Beauty Salon
Muddy says: In need of a bit of a scrub up and re-tune? (Yup, me too.) Your wish is their command at this bijou, friendly Abingdon salon.
The Key Clinic
Muddy says: This West Berkshire clinic offers a neuroscience-based approach to help children with learning and behavioural difficulties including dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, autism, anxiety and Asperger's.
Stoke Park Spa
Muddy says: Vanity Fair called Stoke Park’s spa one of the 'four Must Visit spas in the world' and I'm not going to argue with that judgement - the five star facilities and relaxed, luxe vibe make it a dead cert for a perfect spa day.
Whatley Manor Spa
Muddy says: Looking for a Cotswold retreat where you can leave the world behind? Whatley Manor Hotel and Spa aces every base.
Tonic Mind Body
Muddy says: Wellbeing woes? Tonic Mind Body can help with that. Based in the centre of Henley, this zen salon offers a wide range of massages and pilates courses.
The Beauty Room
Muddy says: Need to unwind? The Beauty Room does tranquil in spades, situated in a private residence looking over the Oxfordshire countryside.
Fitness Function
Muddy says: An award-winning pilates-speciality gym in Amersham with pay-as-you-go classes in everything from Barre fusion, yoga and bike fit through to abs and butts, HIIT and kettle-bell training.
be-more.co.uk
Muddy says: A highly qualified mindfulness teacher and personal and workplace coach in Thame, personally tested out at Muddy HQ.
AdventureYogi
Muddy says: The AdventureYogi team's flexibility extends far beyond their downward dogs - they offer a vast range of retreats combining yoga and other sporty activities, from 2 days to 10, at a variety of locations in the UK and abroad.
Sunrise Health & Beauty
Muddy says: Marlow's leading beauty salon - bright, slick and professional with 8 rooms at the top of the town.
Caroline Päkel, Coach & Mentor
Muddy says: Feeling a bit 'whatever' about life, love, work, everything? It's definitely worth bending the experienced, patient ear of life coach and mentor Caroline Pakel.
