Wild of the Words
re-tell, re-skill, re-nature
Sauna Sessions
at Cwmffrwd Farm
Squirrelled away in a secret part of the farm, our wood-fired sauna is an added luxury for guests to enjoy.
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Spacious and boasting hot stones for a steam option and its own exhilarating cold drench shower, guests can also enjoy listening to beautiful birdsong and breathing deeply beneath a canopy of larch as they move between sauna and shower.
This is perfect place to relax and recover after a long walk in the mountains; boosting yourself body and soul with the simple pleasure of the invigorating sauna experience.
Guests staying on site in the campsite and the hayloft are very welcome to book the sauna. Sessions are one hour long.
All visitors to the farm are invited to walk and picnic during their visit :)
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Helpful info:
We ask guests to arrive ten minutes before the booked session. On arrival, please park on the front yard (Oct - April) or in the campsite meadow carpark (May - Sept only). Ring the doorbell by the front gate to let us know you are here and we will guide you around to the sauna (and hayloft if you have also booked this) for a quick tour and chat before you hop in! Guests are also welcome to use the campsite washroom during their visit.
PRIVATE SAUNA SESSION - 1 hour
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What to expect...​
The sauna will be booked exclusively for you and your guests.
Guests have access to the campsite washroom with toilet and shower.
​£45 for a one hour private session for up to four people.
(Extra guests £10pp, the sauna can accommodate up to eight.)
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Combine it with a walk or a picnic in the meadows!
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PRIVATE SAUNA SESSION
& use of hayloft - 2 hours
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What to expect...​
Available weekdays and Sunday afternoons only, subject to availability.
The sauna will be booked exclusively for you and your guests.
You will also have full use of the farm's cosy 17th Century Hayloft with its own lounge, kitchen and bathroom.
​£25pp (minimum six people) for use.
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Perfect for local parent and baby groups, book clubs and business team meetings!
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COMMUNAL SAUNA SESSION - 1 HOUR
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What to expect...​
Available in August only, times posted on our Facebook page.
The sauna can be used by up to eight people at a time.
Dress code swimwear for this session.
​£10pp for an hour session. ​
TO BOOK
​To book, simply click on the button above to email Pridie :) Once a time has been arranged, we'll send a pdf with all the important info, terms and conditions and payment details. (Please note that full payment at the time of booking is requested in order to secure your sauna session and this is also confirmation that you have read and agreed to the terms and conditions.)
​Arrival
Please arrive at the farm ten minutes before your session begins, so we can fill everyone in on everything they need to know about the sauna experience. In the summer, guests can park in the meadow carpark. In the winter when the field is wet, guests can part on the front farm yard. Ping the door bell by the front gate to let us know you have arrived. ​Please note that there is only a small changing area in the entrance section to the sauna. Guests can also use the campsite washroom to get changed. There is also a toilet.
​​Using the sauna
​​​We recommend sitting in the sauna for 10-15 minutes at a time, followed by a cold drench shower. There is a sand timer on the wall that guests can turn to measure how long they are in there. The most important thing is to relax and listen to your own body, everyone is different so you will know how long to stay in and when to go out. Do what feels right for you :)
​​Stove, stones & water
​The stove is wood-burning and this will be laid and lit two hours ahead of your arrival. A ladle is provided to pour water onto the stones, and to wet your face. It's a good idea to have a water bottle, so you can keep hydrated.
​​​What to bring​
​You'll need a towel to sit on in the sauna and to dry yourself. ​Please note that there is only a small curtained changing area in the entrance section to the sauna, but guests can also use the campsite washroom to get changed. The sauna has hooks outside and a space in the entrance section to store your things undercover. Flip flops are recommended for the outside area and shower, as no footwear is allowed in the sauna. Make sure you bring a bottle of water. and your swimwear if attending a communal sauna session.
Changing facilities
​There is a small communal changing area, with hooks and space to store your things undercover, as you enter the sauna. Outside the sauna we have benches and hooks. We suggest you bring some warm layers of clothing to change into post-sauna. There is a toilet in the campsite washroom.
​Temperature​
​Our sauna is typically 70 to 80 degrees Celsius.
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Terms and conditions
​All guests using the sauna are asked to read our terms and conditions before they start their session. These will be sent to you when you contact us to book. Payment confirms you agree to the terms and conditions before entering the sauna. ​Please note that sessions cancelled less than two hours before the booked session cannot be rescheduled or refunded as we will have started to prepare the sauna. We also have a no alcohol/drugs policy and reserve the right to refuse entry (without a refund) if anyone seems intoxicated.
TESTIMONIALS
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Please read through carefully before agreeing to the terms and conditions.
Payment will confirm you agree to the T&Cs before using the sauna.
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Guests are responsible for consulting their GP before booking a session at Cwmffrwd Sauna, if they have any health concerns or issues.
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Guests will be denied access to facilities if arriving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Guests must not book sessions at Cwmffrwd Sauna if they have any of the following medical conditions:
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Pregnancy
Cardiovascular conditions (e.g., unstable angina, recent heart attack, severe aortic stenosis)
Hypertension (uncontrolled)
Hypotension (uncontrolled)
Respiratory conditions (e.g., chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, severe asthma)
Diabetes (uncontrolled)
Raynaud's disease
Epilepsy (uncontrolled)
Recent surgery (within the last 48 hours)
Fever or acute illness
Open wounds or severe skin conditions (e.g., severe eczema, burns)
Claustrophobia
Hemophilia or other bleeding disorders
Diarrhea or sickness within 48 hours of a booked session
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Recommendations for safe use of hot sauna and cold drench shower:
Sauna temperatures typically range from 150°F to 195°F (60°C to 90°C), although since the sauna is log fire, guests agree not to add logs onto the fire to increase temperatures beyond safe limits.
If guests feel unwell, dizzy, light-headed, get a headache or notice any other changes to their well-being while in the sauna, they agree to leave it immediately and inform a member of staff.
Hydration:
Guests agree to hydrate adequately before, during, and after sauna sessions to prevent dehydration.
All guests must have a drink with them at all times during their session - drinks can be purchased on-site if not brought to the facility.
Post-sauna care:
After sauna sessions, guests are encouraged to rest and rehydrate to help their bodies recover effectively.
Liability Release Waiver:
You will be required to sign before your first session and notify us at each subsequent session if anything has changed regarding your health, medications or GP advice:
I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the sauna and cold drench shower provided by Cwmffrwd Farm. I understand that the sauna experience involves exposure to extreme temperatures and carries inherent risks.
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I hereby release Cwmffrwd Farm and its owners from any and all liability for injury, illness, or other medical complications that may result from my use of the sauna and shower. I acknowledge that the sauna session may not be suitable for individuals with certain medical conditions or those taking specific medications. These conditions and medications include, but are not limited to: Heart conditions, High blood pressure, Pregnancy, Respiratory conditions, Diabetes, Neurological disorders, Medications affecting heart rate or blood pressure.
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I affirm that I do not have any of the aforementioned medical conditions and am not taking any medications that would make contrast therapy unsafe for me. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a medical professional prior to participating if I have any concerns about my health or suitability for saunas. I have not consumed any alcohol or drugs before using the sauna.
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Furthermore, I understand and accept the risks associated with sauna and cold drench shower including but not limited to: Hypothermia or overheating, Dizziness or fainting, Dehydration, Skin irritation or burns, Adverse reactions to temperature changes.
I certify that I am at least 18 years of age. Children under the age of 18 are not permitted to participate in the sauna sessions at Cwmffrwd Farm.
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By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read and understood this waiver in its entirety. I voluntarily assume all risks associated with sauna and cold drench shower and release Cwmffrwd Farm from any liability for injury, illness, or other medical issues that may occur during or as a result of my participation.​