The Best Outdoor Saunas
Turn up the heat on your wellness journey
Earth Bond, South Shields
Urging you to connect with nature, and your circadian rhythm, find Earth Bond on the beaches of Tyne and Wear including Cullercoats Bay, Longsands, Sandhaven and Roker Beach. A welcome wellbeing tool to help you through winter, it’s all about detoxing and reconnecting with the elements, whether that’s in the sauna, signing up for an electromagnetic field awareness course, a dip in the sea, or all three.
earthbond.uk
Steam + Salt, Tynemouth
With two new Nordic-inspired wood-fired saunas tucked away on the lower promenade on Longsands Beach, Steam + Salt is the place to escape the daily grind and take time out for some much needed self-care. Book a seat in one of their exclusive wood-fired sauna sessions specifically designed to help you unwind, cleanse and reset, and which come with a stunning view of the beach. A post-sauna dip in the North Sea is definitely optional.
steamandsalt.co.uk
Snug Sauna, Seaton Sluice
Waiting for you in the dunes at Seaton Sluice is a cute sauna in a converted horse box. An inclusive space for the community, it’s somewhere to slow down, share conversation, relax and detox all at the same time, with the promise of an invigorating cold dip just across the dunes. Alongside their regular sauna sessions, the horse box sauna is also available to hire for a special retreat.
snugsauna.co.uk
Saela Sauna, Newcastle
Tucked away within Cobalt Studio’s backyard in Ouseburn, this unexpected space promises a moment of calm away from the bustle of the city. Saela is Old Norse for happiness and that’s exactly what they hope you’ll experience at this sauna and cold plunge. No experience needed, simply show up, breathe deep and enjoy the moment.
saelasauna.co.uk
Sauna Hetta, Druridge Bay
A new winter sauna and spa ritual has been introduced at the seasonal Sauna Hetta. Created in collaboration with a local apothecary, the two-hour sessions include a menu of natural cleansing products, clay masks, balm and spritzes. You can shape the experience your own way, moving between the wood-fired sauna, cold plunge baths and outdoor shower, and you are welcome to wander over the dunes for a dip in the sea at any point during your spa session.
saunahetta.com
Northumbria Sauna
This popular wellness space just north of Ponteland at Higham Dykes specialises in sauna therapy, and sessions here are delivered by renowned sauna master and ice Viking Fenwick Ridley. With sauna tents and a trailer, it’s a sociable space and can accommodate large bookings of up to 20. The refreshingly different approach is designed to help you relax, detoxify and improve your mental and physical wellbeing. Following up your sauna with a dip in the lake helps boost the immune system, improves mood and helps cardiovascular function.
northumbriansauna.co.uk
Riverdale Sauna + Cold Plunge, near Ripon
You don’t have to book a stay at Riverdale's luxury glamping or lodges to be able to make use of their handcrafted, wood-fired sauna and cold plunge baths. Tucked away in trees beside the River Ure, the stunning setting is just part of your journey to relax and reset. Cycle between the sauna and cold plunge for the ultimate, invigorating experience, building resilience and boosting circulation.
riverdaleyorkshire.co.uk
Hilltop Sauna, Scarborough
Relax, recharge and rejuvenate in these wood-fired sauna tents perched high on the hills above Scarborough, with sweeping views over the countryside. There are changing tents and showers on site too, and a cool dip, naturally-filtered pond where water quality is constantly checked. On rare occasions when the pool is out of action, plunge pools are provided on the deck area and for those who wish to extend their stay, the wild campsite just down the hill is the perfect base for a weekend escape, complete with yoga sessions, sound baths, and guided meditation.
hilltopsauna.co.uk
Iglu Sauna, Hebden Bridge
Up on the hills above Hebden Bridge, beside the New Delight Pub, Iglu Sauna offers hour-long sauna and plunge sessions, and longer spa sessions with Himalayan body scrubs and clay masks. A welcoming and friendly environment, they ask that everyone respect sauna etiquette – to chat or not to chat. They even host a sauna book club. Look out for their new pop-up sauna in Slaithwaite coming soon.
iglusauna.co.uk
Whitby Wellbeing
Offering different sauna experiences along Yorkshire’s coast, choose the wood-fired wild horsebox trailer by the sea, a sauna and cold plunge on the riverbank, or even have the sauna come to you. Whitby Wellbeing host regular events at Saltburn, Runswick Bay, Sandsend, Whitby and Scarborough, all designed for deep relaxation and invigoration to help your wellbeing journey.
whitbywellbeing.com
Roots & Rocks Sauna, near Hebden Bridge
With monthly pop-ups until April, this woodland sauna at Hardcastle Crags is set beside the historic Gibson Mill. Sauna surrounded by ancient woodland: off-grid and off-line, it’s the perfect opportunity to switch off and relax in a unique setting. Private bookings are available.
rootsandrocks.co.uk
Pool Bridge Farm, near York
Pool Bridge Farm is home to four stunning, peaceful and totally unique wild swimming lakes, all offering something different but all tucked away in nature (yet somehow only 10 minutes from York city centre). Slow down and escape the everyday chaos, whether you want a quick cold dip or to challenge yourself in the big Q Lake. The M Lake is home to five cosy lakeside wood-fired saunas and you can book a 55-minute contrast therapy session, alternating between the soothing heat and refreshing chill of the lake on an individual ticket, or book as a group.
poolbridge.co.uk
Dip & Dales Co, Skipton
Founded by Zoe, the Dip & Dales Co was formed from a love of the outdoors and in particular wild swimming. Now Zoe and her team have converted a horse box from its origins as a humble trailer into a toasty, wood-fired sauna. Lovingly named Löyly & Jää, you’ll find it at Draughton Heights Campsite in Skipton where the views stretch for miles. Complete with a natural water source for the requisite cold dip, book one of their regular community sauna slots, or book a private 50- or extended 120-minute session for groups up to eight. Their Book Club includes a 90-minute sauna session to relax and discuss the book, accompanied by tea and biscuits.
thedipanddalesco.com
Hewn, near Richmond
You don’t need to be staying in on of Hewn’s gorgeous cabins to be able to book their luxury sauna experience. Direct from Kirami of Finland, the sauna and sundeck is a stunning space surrounded by nature. Let the therapeutic heat relax you while you soak up the views, and afterwards cool down in the reinvigorating cold drench shower. It’s an experience designed to reawaken your senses and leave you rejuvenated and reconnected.
hewnyorkshire.co.uk
