Our Sauna
Our wood-fired sauna, with space for up to eight people, offers a peaceful retreat within our unique garden and the surrounding landscape of the Devon Wildlife Trust’s rainforest recovery project.
Available for private bookings on Fridays, Saturdays and weekday evenings, the sauna can be booked on its own or alongside our cosy cabin. Whether you’re seeking some quiet time, planning a small gathering with friends, or organising a mini retreat, the sauna offers a relaxing way to connect with nature.
Your booking also includes access to our large spring water cold plunge, shower, changing area and drinking water. If you are hiring the sauna alongside the cabin, we also will provide teas, coffees and herbal teas from the garden.
Prices
1hr private hire - £100
2hr private sauna hire - £160
2hr private sauna hire + cabin hire - £220
For longer hire and more bespoke options, please email us - hello@bowdenspringsfarm.co.uk
Booking the sauna
If you would like to book our sauna please fill out the form below. We will be in touch with you shortly to confirm the cost and availablity. Feel free to leave any details blank you are unsure of at the moment.
What you need to know
-
Unfortunately we do not have parking.
We are located on Fishchowter’s Lane, an ancient footpath enveloped in mossy trees and ferns. You can access the footpath from either Maudlin Road or The Western Bypass but please note, there is NO VEHICULAR ACCESS. This makes visiting the farm a little less convenient but a lot more magical.
If you are driving, the nearest long stay carparks are The Nursery car park and Heathway car park in Totnes town centre. There are other short stay car parks available too.
The walk from Totnes town centre takes about 15 minutes. Please note, the walk involves a hill which can be challenging for some people.
Find us on Google Maps.
-
Shower before arriving: Please shower before entering the sauna - this makes the experience more enjoyable for everyone. We have a shower on site but please note, it’s cold so you may want to shower before arriving!
Bring your own towel: You may want to bring two towels - one for sitting on in the sauna and one for drying off afterwards.
Wear appropriate swimwear: There is space for you to change but you might want to arrive in swimwear or have it under your clothes for convenience. Nudity is not permitted.
Don’t forget footwear: Slip on shoes like flip flops are ideal for moving between the sauna and plunge pool.
Stay hydrated: We will provide drinking water and cups but you may want to bring your own water bottle.
Take off jewellery to avoid burns
Please no products in the shower. The spring water shower is cold which can feel very refreshing after a sauna but please do not use products in the shower as the run-off joins our stream.
-
Using the sauna and cold plunge is at your own risk. If you’re unsure about whether a sauna and plunge is safe for you, please consult a doctor beforehand.
You must not use the sauna if you:
Are pregnant, suffer from low or high blood pressure or are prone to dizziness or fainting.Do not attend if you’re unwell, especially if contagious.
Check with your doctor before coming if you have:
High/low blood pressure
Heart or circulatory issues
Epilepsy, diabetes, or conditions affecting sweating
Wounds or recent surgery
-
Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol or drugs before and during your visit. Guests under the influence will not be permitted entry.
Remove jewelry and glasses: These items can cause burns. Contact lenses may also become uncomfortable in the heat.
Enter and exit with care: Use caution on the steps and avoid touching hot surfaces like the stove, chimney, or rocks.
Pour water carefully: Use the provided ladle and pour slowly from a safe distance to prevent steam burns.
Monitor your time: Limit your sauna sessions to 15–20 minutes, or leave earlier if you start feeling unwell. Listen to your body—if you're uncomfortable, take a break.
Cold plunge guidance: Cool down beforehand, enter slowly, and make sure someone is nearby while you’re in the plunge.
-
Unfortunately we cannot allow children under 16 to enter the sauna and anyone under 18 must be supervised by an adult.
-
Shower before entering this keeps the sauna and plunge pool fresh for everyone to enjoy.
Use a towel: Sit on a clean towel in the sauna and remove shoes before entering. We have a small changing area where you can leave shoes and other clothes.
Wear shoes between the sauna and the plunge pool - this helps to keep both places clean and free from woodchip.
No food and drink (other than drinking water) allowed inside the sauna.
Be respectful of fellow sauna goers: this is a safe space. Please be respectful of people’s privacy and don’t take photos without asking (no phones in the sauna anyway!)
-
Full refunds or free rescheduling are available with 72 hours notice
Cancellations within 48 hours will be refunded only if we can rebook your session.
No-shows are charged in full.