Galgorm plans new £1 million Forest Spa Garden

Galgorm in Northern Ireland has announced a multi-million-pound investment project, unveiling a major guestroom refurbishment programme and plans for a nature-immersive Forest Spa Garden.

These developments will enhance the resort’s renowned Thermal Village and boosts its commitment to the growing tourism sector.

Set to open in autumn 2025, the £1 million Forest Spa Garden will be located across the River Maine and opposite the existing Thermal Village.

This tranquil retreat will be nestled within the resort’s woodland area and is designed to offer guests a deeper connection to nature.

It will feature four luxurious relaxation cabanas, three private hot tubs, a sauna and serene forest walkways. A bespoke bridge will seamlessly connect the new Forest Spa Garden to the main spa, creating a fully immersive wellness journey.

Pictured above: Emma Garrett, Galgorm spa operations manager and Colin Johnston, Galgorm Collection managing director

Inside the nature-inspired spa

The new Forest Spa Garden will be open to all overnight and day spa guests, as well as providing an accessible wellness experience for guests staying in Galgorm’s newly opened Forest Dens, the resort’s unique eco-friendly accommodation.

This new development ensures that Forest Den guests can enjoy the same high standard of Galgorm’s Thermal Village facilities close to their accommodation, offering convenience without compromising on luxury.

Further investment in wellness hospitality

This announcement is part of a wider investment across the property with £2 million invested to renovate Galgorm’s six junior suites, which now feature private hot tubs on the balconies overlooking the river.

A total of 45 superior rooms are being refurbished which are due for completion by July 2025.

The investment forms part of Galgorm’s broader £40 million expansion strategy to 2027, reinforcing its role in growing Northern Ireland’s tourism and hospitality industry.

The resort, the flagship property in the Galgorm Collection portfolio, has already seen over £60 million invested since 2010.

Galgorm’s latest acquisitions

The hospitality group also recently announced it had acquired Galgorm Castle Estate in Ballymena and Roe Valley Resort in Limavady for a combined £28 million. It committed an additional £22 million to enhance the properties and estates over the next five years.

Galgorm Collection opened the £15 million Rabbit Hotel & Retreat in Templepatrick, Co. Antrim in 2019. In 2021 it acquired and revamped the Old Inn in Crawfordsburn, complete with £2.5 million outdoor Treetop Spa and enhanced accommodation and dining facilities.