More than a birthday: discover what’s behind the doors at Manor Walk Wellness

From finding support with menopause to easing aching muscles or enjoying a little time to yourself, Manor Walk Wellness brings a range of services together under one roof in Market Harborough.

On Sunday 8 November, the centre celebrated its second birthday by opening its doors for an afternoon where local people could explore, ask questions and meet the practitioners behind its treatments and services.

Founded by Laura Bozman and Tracy Mackenzie Kent, Manor Walk Wellness is home to independent businesses offering massage therapy, aesthetics, menopause consultations, nutritional support, acupuncture and nail treatments.

The birthday open day welcomed new faces, regular clients and those returning after time away. It gave visitors an opportunity to get to know the building and the people working there, with time to chat, learn something new and enjoy a glass of fizz.

Four expert talks covered nutrition and gut health with naturopathic nutritionist Sarah, styling advice from Bridget of The Happy Stylist, and menopause with nurse Aly from Simply Menopausal. Tracy, an aesthetics nurse and founder of Albany Aesthetics, also introduced her new skincare range.

Visitors could meet GP Dr Henrietta Burton, who works alongside Aly at Simply Menopausal, as well as Lana from Nail Studio by Lana, acupuncturist Mary Thornton, and Laura and the Essentially Blended team. Hand and arm massages offered a small taste of the care provided by the massage therapists.

“These days give people a chance to get to know us before booking anything,” said Laura and Tracy. “Someone might have been thinking about acupuncture, for example, and want to meet Mary, ask what an appointment involves and see the room where they would have their treatment.

“Being able to have that conversation, look around and get a feel for the place can make it easier to decide whether something is right for you.

“Our clients know how much we all love our jobs, and an open day gives us the chance to share that with more people. You can come in, learn a little, chat a little and have some fizz. There’s no pressure to book, it’s about making everyone feel welcome, whether you’ve been coming for years or have never stepped through the door.”

Independent stallholders added to the afternoon, offering vintage menswear, candles and reed diffusers, handcrafted silver and permanent jewellery, skincare and original artwork. Visitors could also enjoy freshly made cacao and discover more about sound therapy and Reiki.

For the founders, celebrating two years was also a chance to recognise the people who have helped the centre grow.

“We’re proud of the team we have at Manor Walk,” Laura said. “Everyone brings their own skills and experience, but we all care about helping people feel listened to and well looked after.

Whether someone comes to us for specialist support, a regular treatment or an hour to themselves, we want them to feel comfortable here.

“Thank you to everyone who joined us, and to our clients, practitioners, friends, families and fellow local businesses for supporting our first two years.”