A breathing space of fire, cold water and clear air.
Steps away from our spring-fed pond, the Elemental Spa brings together wood-fired saunas, Mendip spring water and real weather. It’s for people who like nature, heat and cold enough to test their edges a little – and come away feeling more awake to themselves and the world.
sessions & pricing
We offer two options:
1-hour shared sauna and spa session at £15 per person - sauna, plunge tank, wild swim, showers, changing tent, shared with up to 4 others
or
2-hour exclusive use of sauna and spa for up to 8 people – saunas, plunge tank, wild swim, showers, changing tent, reclining LaFuma chairs and optional fire-pit.
Up to 4 people – £60
Up to 8 people – £110
Optional extra: 1-hour in the communal outdoor kitchen and dining area (where available) - £20 (up to 4 people), £40 (up to 8 people)
The spring-fed pond is part of the wider Oakhill Ponds landscape and may occasionally be in use by shepherds’ hut guests or swim club members. We keep numbers low and ask everyone to be considerate of the land and of each other, so the atmosphere stays spacious, easy-going and enjoyable for all.
Sauna gift cards are available - just select the Gift cards option in the shop below
availability
Shared sauna sessions:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (coming soon)
4pm - 5pm
5pm - 6pm
6pm - 7pm
Saturdays and Sundays
9am - 10am
10am - 11am
Exclusive sauna sessions:
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays
11am - 1pm
1:30pm - 3:30pm
4pm - 6pm
before you arrive
We’ll meet you in the car park 10 minutes before your session to walk across together and run through a quick safety check.
Sauna use isn’t recommended during pregnancy or for those with high blood pressure.
Jewellery and glasses off before entering.
Ideal sauna temperature: 75–95°C.
Bring swimwear, towels and warm layers for after your dip; we provide drinking water from the springs.
Testimonials
Oakhill Ponds is my happy place, perfect for connecting with nature and always leave feeling restored and energised. The sauna is beautiful and plunging in either the tub or pond makes me feel amazing...I think I might actually be addicted! Coming to Oakhill is always the highlight of my week.
Gemma P
What a find! This place is such a wonderful natural space to unwind from the busy world and connect with the good things. Such a reset and rest, I particularly love the contrast between the wood fired sauna and the cool of the cold water plunge bath. Restorative!
Rachel D
High spec shepherds hut in beautiful surroundings. We loved the sauna and cold dip in the swimming pond. Absolutely glorious experience.
David H