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Welcome to Sandbanks Beach in Poole.
Tucked away alongside the dunes, dig your toes into the soft golden sands and plunge in crystal clear waters.
65-minute communal and
private sessions
2 wood-fired saunas:
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BIG: 8 people
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SMALL: 6 people
cold beach shower & sea dips
drinking
water
tap
private
guided rituals
experience.
Enjoy panoramic sea views from the heat of our wood-fired saunas. Choose between BIG sauna for groups of up to 8 people, and SMALL for smaller groups of up to 6 people.
Experiences range from communal and private sessions to private guided rituals with thermal leaf whisking, aromatherapy, salt inhalation, breathwork, body scrubs, and a smoke ritual.
Experiences range from communal and private sessions to private guided rituals with thermal leaf whisking, aromatherapy, salt inhalation, breathwork, body scrubs, and a smoke ritual.
check-in.
Your session begins with a warm welcome from your sauna host outside the sauna. You'll be briefed on your experience, shown where to leave your belongings, and pointed out the nearest drinking water tap and showers.
Electrolytes, sauna hats, and more, are available to purchase at the office throughout your session, just ask your host.
Electrolytes, sauna hats, and more, are available to purchase at the office throughout your session, just ask your host.
changing.
Our Sandbanks saunas each feature a small changing space, separated from the sauna by a frosted glass door for privacy. Hooks and shelves are available for your belongings.
Changing time is included within your booking and takes place within your time slot, supporting a smooth transition between guests. As an off-grid location, facilities are limited.
Changing time is included within your booking and takes place within your time slot, supporting a smooth transition between guests. As an off-grid location, facilities are limited.
sauna.
Handcrafted by Heartwood Saunas in Wales, built for the British coastline using sustainably sourced Nordic thermowood.
Scandinavian simplicity meets performance: FSC-certified timber benches, sheep’s wool insulation, and Finnish wood-fired stoves. Large panoramic windows frame the view, connecting you to sea and sky while cocooned in warmth.
Scandinavian simplicity meets performance: FSC-certified timber benches, sheep’s wool insulation, and Finnish wood-fired stoves. Large panoramic windows frame the view, connecting you to sea and sky while cocooned in warmth.
sea dip.
From heat to cold — a practice used for generations across Nordic cultures. Step into the sea to cool the body, sharpen the senses, and connect with nature.
Sandbanks’s soft sandy shoreline offers easy, gradual entry with views to Old Harry Rocks. Dip fully, paddle gently, or simply breathe by the water’s edge.
Sandbanks’s soft sandy shoreline offers easy, gradual entry with views to Old Harry Rocks. Dip fully, paddle gently, or simply breathe by the water’s edge.
shower.
End your session with cold — a revitalising reset after the heat that helps lock in the benefits of your sauna experience and leaves you feeling refreshed and energised.
Embrace the cold beach shower beside the sauna or a cold bucket pour between rounds, offering an alternative to a dip and a refreshing finish before stepping back into the day.
Embrace the cold beach shower beside the sauna or a cold bucket pour between rounds, offering an alternative to a dip and a refreshing finish before stepping back into the day.
experience.
Enjoy panoramic sea views from the heat of our wood-fired saunas. Choose between BIG sauna for groups of up to 8 people, and SMALL for smaller groups of up to 6 people.
Experiences range from communal and private sessions to private guided rituals with thermal leaf whisking, aromatherapy, salt inhalation, breathwork, body scrubs, and a smoke ritual.
Experiences range from communal and private sessions to private guided rituals with thermal leaf whisking, aromatherapy, salt inhalation, breathwork, body scrubs, and a smoke ritual.
check-in.
Your session begins with a warm welcome from your sauna host outside the sauna. You'll be briefed on your experience, shown where to leave your belongings, and pointed out the nearest drinking water tap and showers.
Electrolytes, sauna hats, and more, are available to purchase at the office throughout your session, just ask your host.
Electrolytes, sauna hats, and more, are available to purchase at the office throughout your session, just ask your host.
changing.
Our Sandbanks saunas each feature a small changing space, separated from the sauna by a frosted glass door for privacy. Hooks and shelves are available for your belongings.
Changing time is included within your booking and takes place within your time slot, supporting a smooth transition between guests. As an off-grid location, facilities are limited.
Changing time is included within your booking and takes place within your time slot, supporting a smooth transition between guests. As an off-grid location, facilities are limited.
sauna.
Handcrafted by Heartwood Saunas in Wales, built for the British coastline using sustainably sourced Nordic thermowood.
Scandinavian simplicity meets performance: FSC-certified timber benches, sheep’s wool insulation, and Finnish wood-fired stoves. Large panoramic windows frame the view, connecting you to sea and sky while cocooned in warmth.
Scandinavian simplicity meets performance: FSC-certified timber benches, sheep’s wool insulation, and Finnish wood-fired stoves. Large panoramic windows frame the view, connecting you to sea and sky while cocooned in warmth.
sea dip.
From heat to cold — a practice used for generations across Nordic cultures. Step into the sea to cool the body, sharpen the senses, and connect with nature.
Sandbanks’s soft sandy shoreline offers easy, gradual entry with views to Old Harry Rocks. Dip fully, paddle gently, or simply breathe by the water’s edge.
Sandbanks’s soft sandy shoreline offers easy, gradual entry with views to Old Harry Rocks. Dip fully, paddle gently, or simply breathe by the water’s edge.
shower.
End your session with cold — a revitalising reset after the heat that helps lock in the benefits of your sauna experience and leaves you feeling refreshed and energised.
Embrace the cold beach shower beside the sauna or a cold bucket pour between rounds, offering an alternative to a dip and a refreshing finish before stepping back into the day.
Embrace the cold beach shower beside the sauna or a cold bucket pour between rounds, offering an alternative to a dip and a refreshing finish before stepping back into the day.
experience.
Enjoy panoramic sea views from the heat of our wood-fired saunas. Choose between BIG sauna for groups of up to 8 people, and SMALL for smaller groups of up to 6 people.
Experiences range from communal and private sessions to private guided rituals with thermal leaf whisking, aromatherapy, salt inhalation, breathwork, body scrubs, and a smoke ritual.
Experiences range from communal and private sessions to private guided rituals with thermal leaf whisking, aromatherapy, salt inhalation, breathwork, body scrubs, and a smoke ritual.
check-in.
Your session begins with a warm welcome from your sauna host outside the sauna. You'll be briefed on your experience, shown where to leave your belongings, and pointed out the nearest drinking water tap and showers.
Electrolytes, sauna hats, and more, are available to purchase at the office throughout your session, just ask your host.
Electrolytes, sauna hats, and more, are available to purchase at the office throughout your session, just ask your host.
changing.
Our Sandbanks saunas each feature a small changing space, separated from the sauna by a frosted glass door for privacy. Hooks and shelves are available for your belongings.
Changing time is included within your booking and takes place within your time slot, supporting a smooth transition between guests. As an off-grid location, facilities are limited.
Changing time is included within your booking and takes place within your time slot, supporting a smooth transition between guests. As an off-grid location, facilities are limited.
sauna.
Handcrafted by Heartwood Saunas in Wales, built for the British coastline using sustainably sourced Nordic thermowood.
Scandinavian simplicity meets performance: FSC-certified timber benches, sheep’s wool insulation, and Finnish wood-fired stoves. Large panoramic windows frame the view, connecting you to sea and sky while cocooned in warmth.
Scandinavian simplicity meets performance: FSC-certified timber benches, sheep’s wool insulation, and Finnish wood-fired stoves. Large panoramic windows frame the view, connecting you to sea and sky while cocooned in warmth.
sea dip.
From heat to cold — a practice used for generations across Nordic cultures. Step into the sea to cool the body, sharpen the senses, and connect with nature.
Sandbanks’s soft sandy shoreline offers easy, gradual entry with views to Old Harry Rocks. Dip fully, paddle gently, or simply breathe by the water’s edge.
Sandbanks’s soft sandy shoreline offers easy, gradual entry with views to Old Harry Rocks. Dip fully, paddle gently, or simply breathe by the water’s edge.
shower.
End your session with cold — a revitalising reset after the heat that helps lock in the benefits of your sauna experience and leaves you feeling refreshed and energised.
Embrace the cold beach shower beside the sauna or a cold bucket pour between rounds, offering an alternative to a dip and a refreshing finish before stepping back into the day.
Embrace the cold beach shower beside the sauna or a cold bucket pour between rounds, offering an alternative to a dip and a refreshing finish before stepping back into the day.
experience.
Enjoy panoramic sea views from the heat of our wood-fired saunas. Choose between BIG sauna for groups of up to 8 people, and SMALL for smaller groups of up to 6 people.
Experiences range from communal and private sessions to private guided rituals with thermal leaf whisking, aromatherapy, salt inhalation, breathwork, body scrubs, and a smoke ritual.
Experiences range from communal and private sessions to private guided rituals with thermal leaf whisking, aromatherapy, salt inhalation, breathwork, body scrubs, and a smoke ritual.
check-in.
Your session begins with a warm welcome from your sauna host outside the sauna. You'll be briefed on your experience, shown where to leave your belongings, and pointed out the nearest drinking water tap and showers.
Electrolytes, sauna hats, and more, are available to purchase at the office throughout your session, just ask your host.
Electrolytes, sauna hats, and more, are available to purchase at the office throughout your session, just ask your host.
changing.
Our Sandbanks saunas each feature a small changing space, separated from the sauna by a frosted glass door for privacy. Hooks and shelves are available for your belongings.
Changing time is included within your booking and takes place within your time slot, supporting a smooth transition between guests. As an off-grid location, facilities are limited.
Changing time is included within your booking and takes place within your time slot, supporting a smooth transition between guests. As an off-grid location, facilities are limited.
sauna.
Handcrafted by Heartwood Saunas in Wales, built for the British coastline using sustainably sourced Nordic thermowood.
Scandinavian simplicity meets performance: FSC-certified timber benches, sheep’s wool insulation, and Finnish wood-fired stoves. Large panoramic windows frame the view, connecting you to sea and sky while cocooned in warmth.
Scandinavian simplicity meets performance: FSC-certified timber benches, sheep’s wool insulation, and Finnish wood-fired stoves. Large panoramic windows frame the view, connecting you to sea and sky while cocooned in warmth.
sea dip.
From heat to cold — a practice used for generations across Nordic cultures. Step into the sea to cool the body, sharpen the senses, and connect with nature.
Sandbanks’s soft sandy shoreline offers easy, gradual entry with views to Old Harry Rocks. Dip fully, paddle gently, or simply breathe by the water’s edge.
Sandbanks’s soft sandy shoreline offers easy, gradual entry with views to Old Harry Rocks. Dip fully, paddle gently, or simply breathe by the water’s edge.
shower.
End your session with cold — a revitalising reset after the heat that helps lock in the benefits of your sauna experience and leaves you feeling refreshed and energised.
Embrace the cold beach shower beside the sauna or a cold bucket pour between rounds, offering an alternative to a dip and a refreshing finish before stepping back into the day.
Embrace the cold beach shower beside the sauna or a cold bucket pour between rounds, offering an alternative to a dip and a refreshing finish before stepping back into the day.
experience.
Enjoy panoramic sea views from the heat of our wood-fired saunas. Choose between BIG sauna for groups of up to 8 people, and SMALL for smaller groups of up to 6 people.
Experiences range from communal and private sessions to private guided rituals with thermal leaf whisking, aromatherapy, salt inhalation, breathwork, body scrubs, and a smoke ritual.
Experiences range from communal and private sessions to private guided rituals with thermal leaf whisking, aromatherapy, salt inhalation, breathwork, body scrubs, and a smoke ritual.
check-in.
Your session begins with a warm welcome from your sauna host outside the sauna. You'll be briefed on your experience, shown where to leave your belongings, and pointed out the nearest drinking water tap and showers.
Electrolytes, sauna hats, and more, are available to purchase at the office throughout your session, just ask your host.
Electrolytes, sauna hats, and more, are available to purchase at the office throughout your session, just ask your host.
changing.
Our Sandbanks saunas each feature a small changing space, separated from the sauna by a frosted glass door for privacy. Hooks and shelves are available for your belongings.
Changing time is included within your booking and takes place within your time slot, supporting a smooth transition between guests. As an off-grid location, facilities are limited.
Changing time is included within your booking and takes place within your time slot, supporting a smooth transition between guests. As an off-grid location, facilities are limited.
sauna.
Handcrafted by Heartwood Saunas in Wales, built for the British coastline using sustainably sourced Nordic thermowood.
Scandinavian simplicity meets performance: FSC-certified timber benches, sheep’s wool insulation, and Finnish wood-fired stoves. Large panoramic windows frame the view, connecting you to sea and sky while cocooned in warmth.
Scandinavian simplicity meets performance: FSC-certified timber benches, sheep’s wool insulation, and Finnish wood-fired stoves. Large panoramic windows frame the view, connecting you to sea and sky while cocooned in warmth.
sea dip.
From heat to cold — a practice used for generations across Nordic cultures. Step into the sea to cool the body, sharpen the senses, and connect with nature.
Sandbanks’s soft sandy shoreline offers easy, gradual entry with views to Old Harry Rocks. Dip fully, paddle gently, or simply breathe by the water’s edge.
Sandbanks’s soft sandy shoreline offers easy, gradual entry with views to Old Harry Rocks. Dip fully, paddle gently, or simply breathe by the water’s edge.
shower.
End your session with cold — a revitalising reset after the heat that helps lock in the benefits of your sauna experience and leaves you feeling refreshed and energised.
Embrace the cold beach shower beside the sauna or a cold bucket pour between rounds, offering an alternative to a dip and a refreshing finish before stepping back into the day.
Embrace the cold beach shower beside the sauna or a cold bucket pour between rounds, offering an alternative to a dip and a refreshing finish before stepping back into the day.
sauna essentials.
sauna hat.
Keep your head cool, your hair protected, and gently extend your sessions in the sauna.
two towels.
Bring one to sit on in the sauna, and one to dry off with after your session.
water bottle.
Keep hydrated throughout your session - add electrolytes to your water for extra hydration.
minimal belongings.
Due to limited space, please only bring the essentials for your session.
suitable footwear.
Flip flops / sandals / swim shoes are recommended for easy changing and access to the sea. Please leave all footwear outside / in the changing rooms.
swimwear.
We recommend wearing swimwear on arrival for a smooth transition into your experience. No nudity is permitted at our saunas.
changing robe.
For easy changing before and after your session, and to extend your time in the beachside saunas.
planning your visit.
facilities.
location & parking.
changing & belongings.
the experience.
location & parking.
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Find us on Google Maps & what3words (///glass.video.solar)
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The nearest car park is ‘Sandbanks Car Park’ (Banks Road, BH13 8QJ) next to Sandbanks Crazy Golf, approximately a 3-minute walk to our beachside location.
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If you’re walking over from Sandbanks Car Park, make your way onto Sandbanks Beach and walk towards Bournemouth — you’ll find us next to the volleyball nets.
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Street parking is also available along Banks Road, with access to the beach through the sand dunes (around a 2-minute walk).
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The nearest toilets are located near the main car park, behind the beach office (BH13 7QQ).
the experience.
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A 65-minute communal or private sauna experience in our wood-fired beachside saunas. Private guided rituals available on request.
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Choose between our BIG sauna for your group of up to 8 people, and SMALL sauna for smaller groups of up to 6 people.
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Please arrive promptly at the time of your booked time slot to allow time for briefing. Changing times are included in your time slot; arriving late will shorten the duration of your experience.
changing & belongings.
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As a compact, off-grid location with limited space, we advise bringing minimal personal belongings.
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A small changing area with hooks and shelves is available for storing belongings at your own risk. This area is separated from the sauna by a frosted glass door, providing privacy and a heat barrier. Any items that do not fit in the changing area will need to be left outside.
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Changing time is included within your booking at Sandbanks. If you choose to use the changing space at the end of your session, we invite you to do so within your booked time to ensure a smooth and respectful transition between guests.
facilities.
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Two contemporary, wood-fired Nordic saunas
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Sandbanks BIG: 8 people
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Sandbanks SMALL: 6 people
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Two unisex changing rooms
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Cold beach shower
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Drinking water tap
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Optional sea plunge
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