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.
scenes from the sauna
sessions & pricing
We offer two options:
1-hour shared sauna and spa session — £15 per person
Includes sauna, plunge tank, wild swim, showers and changing tent. Shared with other guests. We currently have two wood-fired saunas: a horse-box sauna for up to 4 people and an Urban Ice Tribe sauna tent for up to 5. During shared sessions, guests may rotate between the two saunas.
90-minute exclusive use of sauna and spa — for up to 8 people
Includes saunas, plunge tank, wild swim, showers, changing tent, reclining LaFuma chairs and optional fire pit.
Up to 4 people — £60
Up to 8 people — £120
Optional extra:
Fire pit — £25
1 hour in the communal outdoor kitchen and dining area (where available)
Up to 4 people — £20
Up to 8 people — £40
The fire pit is cleared, set and supplied with ample wood for your session. It can be prepared either in the fire-pit area outside the horse-box sauna, or outside the outdoor kitchen. Fire pits must be lit and used within your allocated session.
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 place stays calm, open and enjoyable for everyone.
Sauna gift cards are available - just select the gift cards option in the shop below
availability
shared sauna sessions:
Fridays
4pm - 5pm
5pm - 6pm
6pm - 7pm
Saturdays and Sundays
10am - 11am
exclusive sauna sessions:
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays
From 11:00am (select time when booking)
90 minutes full sauna and swim time - plus 10 minutes introduction and 15 minutes to change before leaving.
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.
Please note no children under the age of 14 are allowed in the sauna and children 16 and under must only sauna with a parent or guardian present.
No children under secondary age to be unattended on site at any time due to the risks associated with deep water and other natural dangers.
sauna sessions
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