Wild Sauna: The Best Outdoor Saunas in Britain
Smartly written and beautifully illustrated guide to more than 180 wild saunas around the UK.
Articles written by myself
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I've visited dozens of the UK's new saunas - here are 12 of my favourites
A wild sauna is not tucked away in a forgotten corner of a gym. It’s not an add-on to a costly spa, and it’s not a space where bathers with gadgets “optimise” their sweating and track their heart rates. Inews.
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'How my first naked sauna experience majorly boosted my body confidence'
When you think of naked saunas, Scandinavian countries like Sweden and Norway spring to mind, but Surrey? Not a place I'd ever have imagined stripping off and baring all with a bunch of strangers, even after a really good night out. Women’s Help.
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The UK’s 20 best wild saunas
Want to find the ideal place to unwind, reconnect with nature and experience the deep relaxation that comes with a deliciously hot sauna? Here are some of the best spots in the UK, whether you fancy a cabin overlooking the beach in Devon or an artfully converted truck beside a natural cold pool in Scotland. The Times
Articles written by others
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Wild sauna, anyone? The ultimate guide to exploring deep heat in the UK outdoors
Written by Ellie Stathaki.
Wild Sauna, a newly published book, explores the power of deep heat as it takes on a whole new dimension when experienced in the great outdoors. It’s the perfect guide for those keen to sample the wellness trend. Written by sauna expert, genre enthusiast and Wallpaper* contributor Emma O'Kelly. Wallpaper.
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The UK's best outdoor saunas - including a naked steam room where even the photographer had to strip off
Written by Haley Minn
Saunas have become a huge trend in the UK in recent years – with more and more opening all the time. In 2023, there were 45 public saunas around the country - in the Finnish style, with wooden walls, hot stones and cold plunge pools. With the arrival of Wild Sauna, in February 2025, there were 189 dotted around the country. The Daily Mail