Lido is a restaurant, spa and pool, all rolled into one; a fascinating combination but it works nonetheless. There are many things to be admired in the restaurant's interior and what was once an old Victorian viewing gallery is now an airy place with warm wooden furniture and sliding windows overlooking the infinity pool beneath.

If the views are impressive then the cooking ought to be just as good and if your appraisal of a meal rests with how well the starters fare, then the seared pigeon and deep-fried artichokes will not disappoint. The main course section is powered by the wood fired oven which turns out a wide range encompassing the gunard, chicken, belly of pork and rib eye steak. Finally a hazelnut and muscavado tart with espresso mascarpone could satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.

The cares of daily life can take its toll eventually, so it's worth taking time off to incorporate some 'my time' in the Spa Tea Room.