Getaway Get Fit in Hampshire UK

View from patio

     Champney's Forest Mere is set in a bucolic part of Hampshire near the town of Liphook.  The lake in this picture along with the surrounding forest is home to varied wildlife.  Like Champney Springs (see March post) this place has everything I'm looking for in a Get Fit Getaway.  The class schedule is full of possibilities every day ranging from multiple water aerobics to fun hula hoop sessions.  The all-inclusive Traditional Week price includes meals, lodging, classes and several spa treatments.  Forest Mere is a bit more expensive than the Springs - about 13%.  Other than it being closer to London I didn't feel it was worth that much more money.  I found the staff a little less friendly here, with a couple exceptions.
     One server/hostess stood out.  I mentioned that I was allergic to bell peppers.  For the rest of the week she provided my own private typed menu of specially prepared items and a list of the daily items that I could eat.  Very special!  I again opted for a superior room which included sparkling and still water for the week.  I left a note requesting only sparkling water with a small tip and received 4 bottles every day for the rest of my stay. 
     Liphook is a short train ride from London Waterloo.  One way is about £20 for the 1 hour 10 minute ride.  Champney's will provide you with the number to call to arrange for a taxi to take you to the spa.  The taxi was waiting when the train arrived and cost £8.  Effortless travel.