Waterfront Staycation at Copthorne Hotel Merry Hill-Dudley

Leisure Club and Spa

The Spa at Copthorne Hotel Merry Hill-Dudley offers a luxurious and relaxing experience with a variety of therapeutic treatments and holistic experiences, with facilities including a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, and swimming pool.

Spa day packages are available, offering treatments, welcome drinks, and unlimited use of the thermal and wet spa.  Kensington Mums were treated to a Caudalie facial and back and neck massage.  The Caudalie facial is a transformative experience designed to rejuvenate tired and stressed skin.  For mums constantly on the go, this facial offers several key benefits including a deep cleansing and detoxification.  Followed by a hydration boost using Caudelie’s signature grape-based products, the facial hydrates skin leaving it plump and radiant.  The beauty treatment rooms are a great way to relax and restore body and mind. To compliment the facial, we melted away our tension with a Back and Neck Massage. Our delicious massage alleviated muscle knots and tension caused by daily stress and physical strain.  We left the spa feeling energised, ready for the rest of the mum duties of the holiday! While the kids enjoyed spending hours swimming in the indoor heated pool. It was a win win for all!

Things to do

There are plenty of things to do around Dudley, the below are the activities we kept ourselves entertained with during our two nights staycation:

• Black Country Living Museum: Walk in the footsteps of the Peaky Blinders and see where many of the scenes from the world-famous TV programme were filmed. The museum tells the story of the Industrial Revolution and how it transformed a region. This was the ideal family day out. Walk in the footsteps of the Peaky Blinders and see where many of the scenes from the world famous TV programme were filmed. This museum is perhaps one of the best equipped to tell the story of how the Industrial Revolution transformed a region. Spanning 10 hectares, the museum grounds include more than 50 shops, houses, and workshops that have been renovated to display the region as it was during the days of its industrial reign. Hop on the tram and ride across the village, and go down into the coal mine to experience what life was like for the miners. The kids were fully entertained by the anecdotes narrated by the many costumed characters that you meet along the way.  You will experience sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the Black Country, as you explore shops, houses, and industrial workshops. This was the ideal family day out.
• Merry Hill Shopping Centre: Mill Hill Shopping Centre, is a few minutes’ walk from the Hotel.  The centre features a variety of retail stores, from fashion boutiques to electronics shops, ensuring that there is something for everyone making it a convenient spot for a family day out or a quick shopping trip.
• Kitty Cafe: For all cat lovers, Kitty Café, is located in the heart of Birmingham at Grand Central Station. Possibly the cutest way to enjoy a cup of coffee and cake being able to cuddle countless furry friends!·

• Cadbury World: Our family day out at Cadbury World was an unforgettable experience packed with fun and excitement. Located in Bournville, Birmingham, this attraction offers a delightful journey into the world of chocolate.The Chocolate Making Zone was a family highlight, where we watched skilled chocolatiers create delectable treats.  The 4D Chocolate Adventure provided a thrilling ride that had us soaring through the skies and diving into liquid chocolate, much to the kids’ delight. The Cadbury Story exhibition was both educational and entertaining, offering insights into the history of chocolate and the Cadbury company. Our children loved learning about the origins of cocoa beans and the chocolate-making process through engaging displays and fun activities.