SAUNA AND WELLNESS

EXPERIENCES

WELCOME TO WILD FEATHER WELLNESS

— a space where warmth, water, and connection come together.

We bring authentic wellness to retreats, festivals, and events across the UK, from mobile saunas and cold therapy experiences to full wellness area design and management. Our mission is to help people reconnect with themselves, with nature, and with one another — through shared experiences that inspire calm, balance, and joy.

ALLERTHORPE
LAKELAND PARK

Our permanent Wild Feather home rests on the peaceful shores of Allerthorpe Lakeland Park in East Yorkshire — a place to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with the simple beauty of nature.

Here, you can unwind in our wood-fired saunas, followed by a refreshing cold water dip in the lake — an experience that awakens your senses, strengthens your body, and soothes your mind.

We also host wellness day retreats at Allerthorpe, bringing together our Wild Feather Circle of practitioners to offer:

Yoga & meditation

Sound baths & drum circles

Healing modalities & massage

Cacao ceremonies & workshops

Allerthorpe Lakeland Park, Allerthorpe, York, YO42 4RL

COMING 2026

More saunas and expanded wellness day retreats.

The Benefits of a Sauna

Ancient wellness for modern life

Cardiovascular Benefits

Research has demonstrated that regular sauna use provides significant cardiovascular benefits. Each session elevates your heart rate similarly to moderate exercise, improving heart function and circulation. Studies show that frequent sauna bathing is associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, improved blood vessel function, and better overall heart health.

Physical Recovery

The heat from sauna sessions dramatically increases blood flow throughout your body, delivering more oxygen and nutrients to tired muscles. This enhanced circulation helps reduce muscle soreness, eases tension, and accelerates recovery after physical activity. The heat also helps reduce inflammation in joints and soft tissues, making it particularly beneficial for athletes and those with chronic pain conditions.

Mental Clarity & Stress Relief

Regular sauna use has been shown to significantly reduce cortisol levels and other stress hormones in the body. The quiet, meditative environment combined with physical relaxation promotes deep mental calm and emotional balance. Studies indicate that consistent sauna bathing improves sleep quality, reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression, and enhances overall mental wellbeing and cognitive function.

Detoxification

The intense sweating induced by sauna heat helps your body eliminate various toxins and heavy metals through the skin. As your core temperature rises, your body activates its natural cooling mechanisms, opening pores and releasing accumulated impurities. This deep, cleansing sweat supports your liver and kidneys in their detoxification work, helping to reduce your overall toxic burden.

Cold Water Therapy

The practice of alternating between hot sauna and cold water immersion creates a powerful therapeutic effect. Cold exposure following heat causes blood vessels to constrict and then rapidly dilate, dramatically improving circulation and cardiovascular function. Research shows this contrast therapy reduces inflammation, enhances immune system response, increases metabolic rate, and triggers the release of endorphins and other beneficial hormones. The invigorating contrast amplifies the benefits of both heat and cold exposure.

Immune System Support

Regular heat exposure from sauna bathing strengthens your body's natural defense mechanisms. The artificial fever created during sauna sessions stimulates increased production of white blood cells, antibodies, and other immune factors. Studies have found that people who use saunas regularly experience fewer common colds and respiratory infections. The heat stress also activates heat shock proteins, which play a crucial role in cellular protection and repair throughout the body.

FAQs

SAUNA AND WELLNESS

EXPERIENCES

Allerthorpe Lakeland Park, Allerthorpe, York, YO42 4RL

COMING 2026

More saunas and expanded wellness day retreats.

The Benefits of a Sauna

Cardiovascular Benefits

Physical Recovery

Mental Clarity & Stress Relief

Detoxification

Cold Water Therapy

Immune System Support

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What should I bring with me?

I've never been in a sauna before - what can I expect?

Can I swim in the lake?

Is there a changing area available?

Do you have plunge pools available?

Are children welcome?

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Is there food and drink available onsite?

Read more about the benefits of a sauna here