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spa townTown with a spring, the water of which, it is claimed, has the power to cure illness and restore health. Spa treatment involves drinking and bathing in the naturally mineralized spring water. The name derives from the Belgian town of Spa, whose mineral springs have attracted patients since the 14th century. The earliest spas date from Roman times. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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the town has been a significant spa town since it was found over two and half thousand years ago. GOLDEN SUCCESSES: Middlesbrough ASC's swimmers enjoyed a successful weekend at the Spa Town Distance Meet at Harrogate's Hydro Pool, with a total of 39 medals, as the youngsters followed up their success at the Scottish Nationals with more outstanding performances Bodo was used by Olpp - the manager of the hot baths in the spa town - to retrieve |
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