The Grand in York welcomes its new spa director

Emma Sorby has been appointed as the new spa director at the Grand in York.

Sorby brings with her a host of experience in the wellness industry. Her career began with Royal Caribbean International Cruise Line, where she went on to become the youngest spa manager in the fleet, aged just 22.

Upon returning to the UK, she joined Rudding Park Hotel and Spa. Her vision for the future at the Grand includes advancing the spa experience to create a five-star haven for guests.

“I am looking forward to seeing what the future holds for The Spa at The Grand,” said Sorby. “I can’t wait to bring our guests on this new exciting journey with us.”

The Grand is part of the privately owned Splendid Hospitality Group, which consists of 24 hotels and is owned and directed by Shiraz and Nadeem Boghani.

Housed in the hotel’s atmospheric former vaults, The Spa at The Grand includes a 14m indoor pool and hot tub, a Nordic dry sauna and an aromatic steam room.

“I am thrilled to welcome Emma as our new spa director,” said Chris Cooper, acting general manager at the Grand. “Her wealth of expertise and passion for wellness will be invaluable to us here.

“I’m very excited to work with her to elevate our spa to new heights and continue to enhance our guest experiences at the Grand.”

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