autumn 2026 | forest mere
Inside this issue
01 The Autumn Edit | 02 Body | 03 Mind
04 Connect | 05 Nourish | 06 The Expert Edit
From your club manager
As the seasons change, autumn gives us a natural opportunity to slow down, reset our routines and think about what our bodies need next. This issue brings together practical advice, expert insight and inspiration to help you feel your best.
Strength is about more than what happens in the gym. It can help you move with greater confidence, protect your independence and make everyday life feel easier. Combine strength with mobility, balance and recovery for a more complete approach to long-term wellbeing.
From protecting your sleep to creating small moments of stillness, the choices you make away from your workout can have just as much impact on how you feel.
From social evenings to challenges and special experiences, discover more ways to meet, move and enjoy time together.
Join us for a beautifully crafted Vegan Sushi Afternoon Tea, bringing together creative sushi, delicious savoury bites and irresistible sweet treats.
A cosy seasonal recipe with a little something different at its heart.
Prep time: 20 mins | Cook time: 40 mins | Servings: 4–6
Ingredients
The Fruit & Veg Base:
• 1 small butternut squash (approx. 400g), peeled, deseeded, and cut into 1cm cubes
• 3 large crisp apples (like Braeburn or Cox), peeled, cored, and chopped
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground ginger
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup or honey
• Zest and juice of 1 orange
The Wholesome Crumble Topping:
• 100g rolled oats
• 50g wholemeal flour (or spelt flour)
• 30g flaked almonds or chopped walnuts (for healthy fats and crunch)
• 2 tbsp coconut oil (melted) or light olive oil
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup
• A pinch of sea salt
The custard:
• 400ml semi-skimmed milk (or unsweetened almond milk)
• 1 vanilla pod (split lengthways, seeds scraped) or 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 tbsp cornflour
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (to taste)
1. Make strength your priority
Use autumn to build strength, stability and confidence with simple exercises such as squats, lunges, rows and presses.
2. Adapt your routine
As the days get shorter, find ways to keep moving that work for you. Try an early workout, an indoor class or a brisk lunchtime walk.
3. Focus on consistency, not perfection
You don't need to exercise every day. Aim for regular movement and give your body time to recover — three good sessions a week can make a real difference.
Wellbeing doesn’t have to mean a complete lifestyle overhaul. Often, it’s the small things you can return to consistently — moving a little more, making time to switch off, getting outside or simply giving yourself a proper pause.
Try one small change this season
Choose something that feeld realistic and enjoyable, then give it time to become part of your routine. Consistency matters more than perfection.
Discover more of what’s yours.
Bring a little more inspiration into your everyday with partner offers, experiences and member benefits designed to complement your wellbeing journey.
Smart Thirst-Quenchers
Here at your Champneys Wellness Spa, we really care about the wellness of our Club Members. No matter whether you are working out in the gym, joining in a class, swimming or visiting the spa, it’s essential that you remain hydrated while you are here.
Vitamin Well are a modern, tastier and healthier alternative of traditional sugary soft drinks and sugary juices. They combine water with added vitamins, mineral and light flavouring, making them the perfect workout partner
You can now find VitaminWell at Champneys Wellness Spas.
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The professionals choise for perfomance and recovery.
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State of the art CCTV Monitoring with Intelligent Video Activations, for the piece of mind at home.
Receive 20% off monitoring packages.
20% off food and beverage
Whether you are just spending the day at the spa or raisingj your heart beat at the gym, you can treat yourself to a delicious meal or a healthy snack and enjoy a refreshing drink with 20% off at your club's restaurant and café.
Elevate your health with Clean Lean Protein – a complete, plant-based protein powder and Zooki Nutrition Sachets – high strength, on-the-go nutritients in delicious fruit-based formulations.
Availbale to purchase at our Spa Cafe