Every now and then, you find a place that manages to pull you entirely out of your everyday rhythm, and that break is what makes it so relaxing.
Titanic Spa, tucked away in the rolling Yorkshire countryside near Huddersfield, is one of those places.
Housed in a beautifully restored Edwardian mill, Titanic Spa doesn’t feel like a modern wellness complex dropped into the countryside; it feels like part of it.
This is a spa that has disguised itself into traditionally British architecture, so it doesn’t take away from the character of North England.
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I arrived mid-morning, and after a friendly welcome and a quick tour, I slipped into the spa’s main facilities; the heat and ice experience, saunas, aromatherapy rooms, and the salt steam room.
Love it or hate it, there was also the cold plunge. Two minutes there had me feeling like Jack Dawson.
Eventually, hunger (and the scent of garlic drifting from the bistro) lured us to lunch. The Titanic Spa Bistro is relaxed and bright, with huge windows flooding the room with green and orange blend from the autumnal trees outside.
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There’s also something special about having lunch in a robe and slippers. It really makes you feel at home.
I ordered the tiger prawn tagliatelle, which came perfectly cooked in a silky, garlicky sauce with just the right hint of chilli, and we shared a halloumi focaccia, still warm from the grill, soft and salty and not too heavy before heading back into the spa.
After lunch, it was time for my 60-minute full body massage, and honestly, it was the perfect way to round off the day. My therapist was incredible, attentive, intuitive, and completely unhurried.
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I was asked beforehand whether I had any particular pain points I wanted them to focus on and honestly, I didn’t, so I was apprehensive that this massage couldn’t make a huge difference. I stand corrected. I floated out of that room an hour later. The pressure was spot on, and I could feel every bit of tension leaving as the treatment progressed until ending with a few recommendations of oils I could benefit from using. A nice touch.
Before heading home, we couldn’t resist a final dip in the outdoor hot tub. The view over the surrounding countryside was stunning.
Just the feeling of knowing you’re miles away from the nearest hustling and bustling city, surrounded by nature and in no rush, it's the final foray into deep relaxation.
If you’re looking for a proper escape - somewhere to switch off completely, eat well, and breathe in a bit of Yorkshire countryside - Titanic Spa might just be the reset button you’ve been craving.
Find out more and book your visit to the Titanic Spa here.
Popular pizza pop-up Edges Pizza has opened a permanent home in Leeds city centre.
Last summer you may have had the privilege to enjoy a slice of Edges Pizza at one of their many pop-up residencies across the city.
Their longest stint was at the sun-drenched roof terrace of Green Room, and it's safe to say their pizza went down an absolute treat.
Since then they've been a little quiet, but all for good reason. Edges Pizza has just opened a permanent new takeaway under the arches in Holbeck, and it's absolutely class.
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Owners Grace and Edge who are from Harrogate opened Edges two years ago, taking inspiration from trips to New York over the years.
They've completely transformed the space into a proper love letter to the big apple. It will operate mainly as a takeaway, but there is a small seating area where you can perch and tuck into your pie.
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The menu is perfectly curated, consisting of eight pizzas and three dips. And trust us, they are absolutely massive.
We opted for the American Hot with spicy pepperoni, banana peppers and parmesan as well as the mushroom pie topped with garlic creme fraiche and chestnut mushrooms.
Drizzled and dunked into moreish hot honey, it's rivalling some of the best pizza in the city.
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For now, grabbing a pizza from Edges operates through a pre-order system. Pre-orders open at 12pm the day before via their website, you can pick your collection time and then you simply have to rock up and get your pizza.
There's loads of parking available nearby and if there are any remaining slots available you can pre-order up to an hour before collection.
We've got a feeling they're going to very busy indeed.
A cafe dedicated entirely to matcha gelato has just opened in Leeds
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Matcha is well and truly taking Leeds (and the country) by storm.
You're probably bored of hearing us talk about matcha, and to be honest we're getting a little bit bored writing about it.
But, this time it's different.
This is M Plus Matcha, a brand-new matcha store that's just opened near Leeds University who not only serve your classic matcha lattes but also bucket loads of freshly-churned gelato.
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And to make things even better, they've got four on offer all at different percentages to suit your taste.
Soft and grassy, smooth and creamy, full and velvety…or deep and bold (they said it, not us) - this spot is truly a matcha lover’s summer paradise.
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If you're not sure what flavour you fancy, the lovely staff are on hand to help and can offer tasters of each percentage before you commit to a cone or a tub so you're not left disappointed.
The space is gorgeously light and airy, complete with matcha-coloured walls and plenty of matcha-coloured seating for you to perch and enjoy your treats.
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Right opposite the Parkinson Building, we can see M Plus Matcha becoming a fantastic hub for students to whack their laptops out for a couple of hours whilst getting their caffeine fix.
The drinks menu includes iced matcha lattes, hot matcha, matcha lemonades and loads more. Basically, if you're of the opinion that matcha tastes like grass then we do not recommend you going.
But if you love it like us, then you're in for a treat.
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10th October 2025 
