08 Apr 2026
Athlete and TV personality Ella Mae Rayner has officially reopened the newly refurbished spa at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre following a £400,000 transformation.
The reopening comes after an exclusive preview event on Tuesday 7 April, where Ella joined invited members for a first look at the upgraded facilities and an exclusive preview event on Tuesday, and shared insights into the importance of recovery, wellness and self-care, drawing on her experience in elite gymnastics and diving.
She highlighted how incorporating recovery into everyday routines can support both physical performance and mental wellbeing.
Managed by Everyone Active on behalf of SADC, the Verulamium Spa Retreat has undergone extensive refurbishment since work began in January, including modernising the spa’s heat and water experiences, with improvements including a fully refitted sauna and steam room, upgraded hydrospa, enhanced monsoon showers, and new tiling and lighting throughout.
A range of new features has also been introduced, including an ice cave with cold plunge baths, a salt room and infrared seating, alongside upgraded heated loungers – creating what Ella described as a complete “recovery journey” in one space.
The spa’s changing rooms have been completely refurbished with new lockers, showers and vanity areas, while a new cosmetic brand and expanded treatment menu are also now available.
Ella said: “It’s blown me away – it’s such a privilege to have something like this so accessible. Looking after your health and wellbeing is so important, and the spa here has really nailed it. It’s a beautiful space for both physical and mental wellbeing.
“My personal favourite is the ice bath – they’re not always easy to find as part of a full facility like this, so I’m really looking forward to using the gym and then coming in here to recover afterwards.”
Bookings are now open, with customers able to reserve their visit online or via the Everyone Active app.
The spa upgrade forms part of a wider programme of investment at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre over the past year, including refurbishments to gym changing rooms, poolside showers and other facilities.
