Gloucestershire &amp; Worcestershire


<p>Can&#8217;t get any wetter? &#8230; we hear you. But the good news is you can get warmer! Lean into the chilliest months of the year, and take the plunge at an amazing wild sauna in our local woodlands, farms and fields. </p>



<p>Feeling brave? Go full-on hardcore Nordic and combine it with a bracing cold water swim or ice bath. From fragrant cedar wood saunas to hotspots with cafés and even a &#8216;clothes optional&#8217; club (yes really) consider your winter wellbeing sorted.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-scenic-sauna-northleach"><a href="https://www.scenicsauna.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Scenic Sauna</a>, Northleach</h2>



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<p>The Scenic Sauna in Northleach has the most picturesque woodland setting for some extreme relaxation. Featuring a Finnish barrel sauna, temperature-controlled ice baths and workshop spaces, all set within the grounds of Far Peak Centre, in the heart of the beautiful Cotswolds.&nbsp;Book yourself in for a public session for £18, lasting 50 minutes, or get a three session pass for £39.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-rewild-swim-club-swim-amp-sauna-wellness-sessions-elmore-court"><a href="https://www.rewildswimclub.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ReWild Swim Club</a>, Swim &amp; Sauna Wellness Sessions, Elmore Court</h2>



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<p>Hidden at the heart of the rewilded landscape of stately Elmore Court, and encircled by old oak trees, The ReWild Swim Club is a simply gorgeous wild sauna and swimming experience. The wood-fired sauna is&nbsp;Danish and hand-crafted, and it has mirrored glass for privacy. De-robe in a warm yurt by the wood-fired stove, bliss out in the traditional sauna then dive into to the heavenly spring-fed lake.</p>



<p>Owner, and Elmore chatelaine Sarah, a qualified Open Water swim guide, is on hand to help, and Savannah Miller, Millie Dornan, Edith Bowman and Ellie Harrison all regularly swim here. Take part in the regular drop in session on a weekly basis, costing £19 for 1.5 hours, or reserve it exclusively. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lake-32-sauna-south-cerney">Lake 32 Sauna, South Cerney</h2>



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<p>Step into a rustic horse box, transformed into a luxurious sauna. Whether you’re looking to unwind in nature or wanting to enjoy the benefits of sauna therapy.<br>Here you can do both. All sessions are 50 minutes for £15 and allow for you and up to five&nbsp;others to have exclusive use of the sauna (18yrs and older). Book in for the Sauna and Dip<strong>&nbsp;</strong>session for some hot / cold therapy.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-watersedge-worcester"><a href="https://www.watersedge.club/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Watersedge</a>, Worcester</h2>



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<p>Watersedge is a family run wellness venue located in 11 acres of lush countryside, between Tewkesbury and Worcester.  Visit the two 6 person saunas or one 10 person sauna lakeside at Watersedge, called Loyly, Bastu and Vihta. </p>



<p>All have the same beautiful view and access to the bespoke ice cabin and lake immersion. You can book the wood fired hot tubs on a Wednesday and Friday evening, for £12 for 30 mins. Or book it for a private session.</p>



<p>There are weekly lakeside yoga, and fitness sessions, and monthly sound bath, breathwork, and tai chi sessions. Monthly retreats and special events such as full moon yoga and cold dip evening sessions reheating by the lakeside fire pit.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-wild-sauna-whichford-mill-cotswolds"><a href="https://www.whichfordmill.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Wild Sauna</a>, Whichford Mill, Cotswolds</h2>



<p>Located on the northern edges of the Cotswolds in the nature haven of Whichford Mill &#8211;  and its been awarded <em>Best UK Nature Sauna 2025</em> by the British Sauna Society &#8211; applause! </p>



<p>The Wild Sauna, a wood-fired, Finnish style retreat crafted from beautiful aspen and alder wood. Seating up to 6 people, book a place in a Community session for £15, or spoil yourself with a private hour, The sauna is set on the banks of the river with stepped access for dipping or hop in the spring-fed filled cast iron bath for cold immersion and a rinse off.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-court-farm-lakes-lydney"><a href="https://www.courtfarmlakes.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Court Farm Lakes</a>, Lydney</h2>



<p>&#8216;Swim, sauna and socialise&#8217; is the mantra at Court Farm Lakes. This great retreat offers wild cold water swimming, sauna and swim sessions, aswell as open water swim coaching , yoga and fitness on its beautiful four acre site, situated just off the A48 in Woolaston, Gloucestershire. Book an hour&#8217;s session for just £8, and pay as you go, or get a £20 membership plan. Refuel at the onsite café which has delicious food, hot drinks and snacks.</p>



<p>Don&#8217;t miss the monthly events, including full moon swims and even &#8216;Clothing Optional&#8217; swim &amp; sauna sessions! Plus watch this space- Court Farm has just applied to build Glos&#8217;s first geothermally heated outdoor swimming pool &#8211; <a href="https://glosworcs.muddystilettos.co.uk/things-to-do/latest-news/newsflash-january-2025-gloucestershire/">read all about it here.</a></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-go-on-a-sauna-day-trip-here-are-some-wild-saunas-that-we-love-if-you-fancy-making-a-break-of-it">Go on a sauna day trip! Here are some wild saunas that we love if you fancy making a break of it.</h2>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-by-the-sea-sauna-saunton-sands-devon"><a href="https://www.seasauna.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">By the Sea Sauna</a>, Saunton Sands, Devon</h2>



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<p>Sea Sauna is a big Nordic wood-fired sauna on wheels, seating up to 12 people with a tinted glass window so you can see it, but people can’t nosey in. There’s a small changing room at the rear to protect your modesty, and they include complimentary essential oils to suit your sauna mood. </p>



<p>Other options include private hire, breath work and yoga sessions, and all-day rental at your own location if you’re feeling shy.&nbsp;<em>From £10 for 45 mins as part of a group session</em>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-south-west-saunas-dartington"><a href="https://www.southwestsaunas.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">South West Saunas</a>, Dartington</h2>



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<p>South West Saunas is a wood-fired sauna, handmade in Latvia with a metal Urban Ice Tribes cold plunge – and ha! – some Kent &amp; Stowe watering cans for pouring on your friends. </p>



<p>The temp is roughly 80 degrees C and hats are available to improve your sesh. There’s also a brand-new shower and toilet block and free parking for sauna guests. <em>Open Fri 4-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 9am-3pm. Communal session, £15, private session for up to 8, £99</em>,&nbsp;<em>memberships available</em>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-seaside-saunahaus-seaton"><a href="https://www.seasidesaunahaus.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seaside Saunahaus</a>, Seaton</h2>



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<p>Sitting pretty on Seatown Beach (opposite The Anchor at Seatown), Seaside Saunahaus is a wood-fired cedar sauna, offering saunas for groups of up to six, private hire and sauna clubs. Lots of options for a defrazzle.&nbsp;<em>One-hour £60</em>.</p>



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