Frequently Asked Questions

Bring plenty of drinking water, two towels, one to sit on and one to dry yourself with. Wear swimwear with no metal fasteners and bring footwear that you can easily slip into for heading outside to cool down, footwear that covers your feet, if you plan on taking a cold water dip in a natural body of water. A small snack for after your session.

YES children 6 years of age and over can use the Sauna. NB/ they will need to be supervised at all times in the sauna and cold water cool down by an appropriate adult, and this person will need to sign on the day to state their relationship to the child and agreement to supervise. NB/ those under 16 are not allowed to use the cold water tub.

We try to maintain the temperature In the sauna at around 80 degrees celsius, but it can range between 65 to 95 depending on how often users are in and out of 5be sauna (this lowers the temperature), how much steam users are creating by adding water to the rocks (as this also lowers the temperature gradually) and a few other variables. Remember that as heat rises, you can choose to sit higher or lower and find the temperature that suits you. If you feel too hot move to a cooler bench or take a break from the sauna and cool down. Remember to regularly hydrate with water.

We recommend enjoying the heat of the sauna for between 10 to 15 minutes, If you feel dizzy or unwell in the sauna, take a break. Following the hot we recommend you take time to enjoy the cold (sit out side to cool off; pour a bucket of  water over your head; climb into our cold water tub or try a dip in a natural body of water - site dependant) and then take a moment to rest.

The cold. This is a personal choice, have a go and find how you enjoy cooling down. Some are comfortable to just sit in the changing room or take sometime relaxing on the bench outside. Others prefer to pour a bucket of cold water over their heads, or take jug of water and do it gradually, whilst others may wish to climb slowly into our cold water tub. If our venue allows and the conditions are appropriate others will take the opportunity for a cold water dip in a natural body of water (Always were appropriate footwear and ensure that you are confident that it is safe to do so, please read Sauna Hut guidance and terms below).

Our cancellation policy:

Bookings cancelled within 48 hours (2 days) of the appointment will be charged in full.

Please email contact@saunahutwales.co.uk to cancel or reschedule your booking.

Our cancellation policy is designed to protect Sauna Hut from loss of business and arrangements costs incurred prior to your session.

Waiver form

Important medical considerations

Please take your time to read this list of conditions and if any are relevant to you, you have any medical concerns associated with sauna use or use prescribed drugs we advise you to seek your GP’s advice. Conditions marked with an asterisk can be accommodated, but please inform Sauna Hut staff when you arrive, so that they can share further information. This is not a comprehensive list:

•  Pregnancy
• Blood pressure disorders
• Cardiovascular disorders
• Lymphatic system disorders
• Nervous system disorders
• Heart disorders
• Blood disorders
• Epilepsy *
• Asthma *
• Diabetes *
• Allergies *

Those under 16 years of age using the sauna will need to be supervised by a responsible adult/parent/guardian/carer and this person will need to sign on the day to agree to this role and state their relationship to the child.

NB/ those under 16 years of age are not permitted to use the cold water dipping tank.

All persons using the sauna  do so at their own risk.

All persons using a natural body if water (the sea/river/lake) for a ‘cold dip’ do so at their own risk. It is your own responsibility to ensure that you have assessed the conditions, are aware of the risks and understand how the temperature drop will affect you.

The use of alcohol and smoking are not permitted in the sauna or changing room.

We reserve the right to refuse admission for any reason that may be deemed a health and safety risk.

Any metal jewellery, watches and glasses should be removed before entering the sauna.

When pouring water on the rocks to create steam, start from the point furthest from you and move slowly away to avoid the hot steam.

The stove is extremely hot, move with care past it, do not touch any part of it or the chimney. Sauna Hut staff will manage the stove, loading fire wood etc.

Sauna Hut Etiquette should be adhered to at all times.

If you are making a booking on behalf of a group, it is your responsibility to make sure that all in your group have read the ‘Terms & Conditions’. On the day you join us, during the Sauna Induction each individual will be asked to sign to agree that they have read and understood the information contained here.