The Spa at the Midland in Manchester, UK, has named Rebecca Holmes as its new director of spa.

Holmes, who begins her new role on 10 December, will replace current director Helena Grzesk, who will be taking up the post of general manager at the UK Spa Association.

Holmes joins the company with a wealth of experience in the spa industry, having previously served as the spa & leisure development manager at Brooklands Hotel in Surrey and has held senior positions at hotel groups: Handpicked Hotels and Macdonald Hotels.

"I am really excited for this opportunity to join the team at the award winning Spa at the Midland and see a number of prospects to build on our existing programming and offerings," she said.

"My philosophy is to create a friendly, fun yet professional environment and inspire confidence in everyone that enters the spa with service excellence," she added.