21 Dec 2025
A major £400,000 refurbishment of the Verulamium Spa at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre is set to begin on January 19.
Everyone Active, which manages the centre in partnership with SADC, is investing in a full modernisation of the spa, including a renewal of the heat and water
experience – the suite of thermal and water-based facilities that includes the steam room, sauna, hydrospa and monsoon showers.
These areas will be revitalised with new tiling and lighting, a full refit of the sauna, an enhanced monsoon shower experience and a re-tiled hydrospa.
New features will include an ice cave with cold plunge baths, a salt room, infrared seating and upgraded heated loungers.
Meanwhile, the men’s and women’s spa changing rooms will also undergo a full refurbishment, with new lockers, showers and vanity areas, and all five treatment rooms will be refreshed.
The spa will relaunch in early March 2026 with a new cosmetic brand and an expanded treatment menu.
While the spa will remain open for much of the refurbishment period, temporary closures will be required as specific areas are upgraded. Customers will be notified in advance of any changes to access.
Everyone Active area contract manager Steve Cox said: “The Verulamium Spa has been much loved for the 13 years since it first opened, welcoming thousands of visitors and
becoming a key part of what makes Westminster Lodge such a popular destination. This investment ensures those facilities continue to meet the high expectations of our customers, providing a premium and modern spa experience.”
SADC lead for leisure Cllr Helen Campbell added: “This is a major investment which will greatly enhance a very popular facility at Westminster Lodge. As a council, one of our priorities along with our partners at Everyone Active is to maintain first class leisure centres for our residents. The spa upgrade will be a fantastic demonstration of that cast iron commitment.”
