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Roots and Rocks: Wood-fired Sauna

Set beside the iconic Gibson Mill, you'll sauna surrounded by ancient woodland.

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Experience the ultimate escape at Hardcastle Crags with a traditional wood-fired sauna, set beside the tranquil pond at historic Gibson Mill.

Surrounded by ancient woodland, this off-grid experience offers the perfect chance to disconnect, relax, and recharge.

The sauna ritual begins with a walk through the beautiful Hardcastle Crags landscape, making the journey an integral part of your time to unwind. Once you arrive, step into the warmth of the wood-fired sauna and let nature work its magic.

Choose from community sessions for a shared experience or private bookings for a more personal retreat.

Times

Prices

Event prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Community£15.00
Private£80.00

The basics

Booking number

Call 01422844518

Accessibility

Full access statement can be found on our homepage

Meeting point

Next to the pond at Gibson Mill

Suitability for children

Not suitable for children

What to bring and wear

No lockers, there's some inside storage for clothes/bags & you can bring small items - keys, phones, glasses inside. Please bring your own towel.

Contact info

Hardcastle Crags Estate Office/Gibson Mill

Upcoming events

Live Wild: Bushcraft taster sessions 

Join our expert Bushcraft Instructors, Leonie and Thryn, for a practical, hands-on experience at the beautiful Hardcastle Crags.

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on
2 Jul to 27 Jul 2026
at 18:15 to 19:45+ 1 other date or time

Live Wild: Nature Queers 

Join Live Wild to connect to nature, self and community

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on
4 Jul to 24 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 14:30+ 3 other dates or times

Pride at the Crags 

Discover the beginnings of Happy Valley Pride in Gibson Mill this July.

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on
9 Jul to 29 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 20 other dates or times

Live Wild: Foraging taster sessions 

Join Live Wild foraging expert, Leonie, for a fun and informative foray into the practice of foraging.

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on
10 Jul to 28 Jul 2026
at 17:30 to 19:00+ 1 other date or time