Saunas on the beach are becoming more and more popular, and Dorset is slowly gaining them on the seafronts.
There’s tons of proof of the many health benefits of a sauna and a cold plunge. The beauty of beach saunas is that you can cool off in the sea or take a cold shower.
Benefits can include:
- Increased metabolism
- Weight loss
- Detoxification
- Increased blood circulation
- Pain reduction
- Improved sleep
- Improved cardiovascular health
- Stress management
- Improved mental health
- Ability to heal quicker
- and much more!
Awaken your senses and visit a sauna today to really feel alive, escape busy lifestyles, and connect with nature.
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Saltwater Sauna In Sandbanks
Saltwater Sauna is a Nordic bathing experience located in Sandbanks in Poole.
It promotes wellness and brings you back to nature and basics with its wooden, rustic charm and amazing views of the beach. The sauna can be enjoyed at any time of year and whatever the weather.
Saltwater also offers guided rituals, 90 extended minutes of deep relaxation and cleansing that give you an instant boost and improve your mental health and well-being.
Saltwater also has a policy that with every sauna, a tree is planted to counteract the wood used in the sauna.
There is a large car park at Sandbanks, meaning you won’t have to walk far after visiting.
📍Sandbanks Beach, Poole BH13 7PP
Studland Sauna Hut
Studland Sauna Hut, nestled on the scenic Knoll Beach within the Isle of Purbeck, offers a serene getaway. As a National Trust-managed beach, Knoll Beach boasts ample parking, which is complimentary for National Trust members (though a ticket is required).
The hut presents stunning views of the pristine beach and the iconic Old Harry Rocks, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Affordably priced, the sauna accommodates up to 10 visitors, making it perfect for either a group adventure or a solitary retreat to rejuvenate and declutter the mind
📍Knoll Beach, Ferry Rd, Swanage BH19 3AQ
Revive Wild Sauna In Weymouth
Based in Bowleaze Cove in Weymouth, Revive is a beautiful sauna designed to make you feel amazing.
Immerse yourself in the warmth of the sauna, then invigorate your senses with a dip in an ice water bucket—this contrast is sure to bring you into the present moment with a burst of vitality.
From within the sauna, you can look out at stunning sea views, which help to soothe and relax your mind almost instantly.
Revive is very reasonably priced and can be enjoyed with your loved ones. There are no changing facilities at Revive Wild, so it is advised to arrive in your swimming wear (or use a dry robe to change in).
There is a beachside car park that you can use.
📍Bowleaze Coveway, Weymouth DT3 6PW
Seaside Sauna Haus In Bridport
Bridport is a beautiful part of Dorset, and the Seaside Sauna Haus is an excellent addition to the area.
The sauna invites you to wake up your senses and feel the benefits of the warm surroundings of the Sauna Haus.
It’s a retreat, and you can escape by relaxing on the wide benches, listening to nothing but the sounds of waves and the smells of the wood, which bring you complete peace.
There is also a Full Moon session available each month. When there’s a full moon, you can enjoy a sauna at night on the beach. A magic experience and one you won’t forget.
📍Seaside Sauna, Seatown Beach, Bridport DT6 6JU
Shoreline Sauna in Lyme Regis
Located in Lyme Regis, the Shoreline Sauna is a fantastic place to visit.
With the stunning wooden inside, you can chill out with your friends, enjoying the views of Lyme Regis and the harbourside.
The layout makes it easy for you to sit comfortably. Once you’re ready, you can throw some cold water on yourself from the bath located outside the cabin, awakening all your senses and giving you a feeling of pure joy and happiness.
📍Marine Parade, Lyme Regis DT7 3JJ
The Bayside Sauna
Nestled along the stunning West Bay coastline in Bridport, you’ll find a sauna that offers an ultimate Nordic experience.
The sauna gives you a relaxing sanctuary, enveloped in the calm wooden interior and panoramic views of the towering cliffs and the sea, yet also allows you to experience cold water immersion with the ocean being on the sauna’s doorstep.
The sauna can hold up to 8 guests and will leave you feeling incredible and refreshed.
There are various car parks close by, including the West Bay Road car park and the Bridport Arms car park.
West Bay is a beautiful part of Dorset as well as the market town of Bridport giving you lots to do after your sauna experience.
📍 The Bayside Sauna, East Pier, West Bay, DT6 4EN
Visiting a beach sauna and following up with a sea dip is an excellent way to boost both your mental and physical well-being.
When you feel good, it radiates outward!
The beauty of these saunas is that they’re perfect for enjoying alone or with loved ones, whether it’s close friends or family.
Conveniently located throughout Dorset, these saunas are accessible no matter where you find yourself in the region. They make for a wonderful personal experience or a thoughtful gift for someone in need of relaxation.
If there’s one interesting thing you want to experience, then a beach sauna is a fantastic thing to do.
Have you tried any of these saunas out? What did you think? Let us know in the comments below!
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Wow I’m definitely visiting these. Went to the sauna that’s just opened on Avon Beach, at Mudeford. Definitely worth a mention if you update this post.