A spa with "breath-taking views" of the Suffolk countryside has been named as a finalist for a prestigious award. 

The Good Spa Guide Regional Awards are chosen based on the guide's bubble rating assessments along with the opinions of the "spa spy" inspectors.

Marquis Spa in Layham, near Hadleigh, was named as a finalist for Best New Spa.

It is recognition for the hotel, which follows on from major renovation work which has recently taken place.

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The view of the Brett ValleyThe view of the Brett Valley (Image: Charlotte Bond) Speaking about Marquis, the Good Spa Guide paid particular tribute to the views that guests can enjoy when they visit.

The guide said: "You will find the subterranean-inspired Marquis Spa deep in the Suffolk countryside with breath-taking views of across the Brett Valley.

"Designed for just 12 guests, the spa offers intimate spa-ing with VIP feels. You will find a hot tub, sauna, indoor and outdoor infinity swimming pools and sumptuous day beds for optimal lazing."

Earlier this year Marquis Spa was named in The Times list of the top 50 spas in the UK.