We are located on the banks of Lough Neagh at the Gate Inn.

2 Derryola Bridge Road,

Aghalee,

1. Craigavon,

Northern Ireland

BT67 0DJ

We are open weekends, Bank Holidays and selected days during the week. For up to date free slots please check the booking page. If you want to book private session outside the normal working hours then please contact us via email

You can book your sauna session via our website booking system. Don’t forget to finalise your booking by clicking the pay now button. After completing your payment, you’ll receive a conformation email.

Each sauna session lasts an hour which includes time for changing, so please arrive at the sauna ready to make the most out of your experience. If not sauna ready then please arrive 5-10 minutes prior to your allocated time, to allow you adequate time to change.

Please bring the following with yourself;

• Two towels, one to sit on and the other to dry yourself. Please be sure in the interest of hygiene to sit on a towel at all times while using the sauna. If you forget your towel not to worry, towels are available on site for a small fee.
• Swimwear, please ensure that any swimwear has no metal fasteners as these will likely get very hot in the sauna.
• Flip flops/sandals to wear in-between going into and out of the Lough or our Cold Dip.
• Water to keep you hydrated.

Communal sauna guests will need to wear swimwear whilst using the sauna.

Private hire guests if they wish, are welcome to sauna in the traditional way. However, you will need to cover up once outside as our sauna is in a public area.

Do not wear creams/lotions/tan prior to entering the sauna, as these can run and cause your pores to get blocked.

Remove flip flops/sandals and any jewellery prior to entering the sauna to prevent burning.

Sit on a clean towel while in the sauna. This will keep you clean and comfortable, while protecting the sauna benches from our natural body oils.

We provide a sand timer for your session, please turn it upside down when you begin as it is recommended you only sauna for between 5-15 minutes at a time to get the most of the experience. After your 15 minutes are up (if you can hack it for that long) please go outside to cool down in either the Lough or our Cold Dip, before returning to the sauna to continue with your session.

Always start the timer again upon returning to the sauna.

To increase the temperature of the sauna pour only the provided sauna water on the hot rocks, nothing else.

Please drink lots of water before, during and after your sauna session to avoid dehydration.

If at any point during your session you begin to feel unwell please leave the sauna immediately and let a member of staff know.

When your time is up please exit the sauna, with all of your belongings and either jump in your car or proceed to the changing pod provided.

It is recommended you wait 10 minutes before any strenuous activity after your session.

Yes, you’re welcome to swim before during and after your session with The Hot Rocks Sauna. However, please bear in mind that swimming is undertaken at your own risk. We strongly recommend staying within your depth of comfort when in the Lough as there are no life guards on site. If you don’t feel comfortable to cool down in the Lough then there is a Cold Dip provided.

We do have a small changing tent on site that you can avail off, however, it is recommended that you arrive sauna ready. If not sauna ready then please arrive 5-10 minutes early to allowed time to change before your time slot begins. Drinking water is available, but we recommend you bring plenty of your own with you.

There are no toilets, however, we are located next to the Gate Inn which is equipped with a restaurant and toilet facilities.

Please be aware that we have no lockers on site and we cannot guarantee the security of any valuables left with staff for safekeeping.

The sauna is for over 18’s. However, should you wish to bring anyone under 18 (12 and older) you must book the sauna for a private session and have at least one adult over the age of 18.

Yes. The high temperatures and good ventilation mean Finnish sauna are very hygienic, however, the sauna is cleaned between groups, so everyone gets the same pristine experience. We ask that you don’t wear creams/lotions/tan prior to entering the sauna as these will run and cause your pores to get blocked. Additionally, we ask that you please sit on a towel while in the sauna, this will keep you clean and comfortable, as well as protecting the sauna benches from natural body oils.

Our cancellation policy is designed to protect the Hot Rocks Sauna from loss of business.

• Bookings cancelled up to 3 days before the appointment will be issued with a rebooking code or a full refund.
• Bookings cancelled within 48 hours will be charged in full.

Please email contact@thehotrockssauna.co.uk to cancel or reschedule your booking up to 3 days before the session date.

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ou must adhere to the following health and safety guidelines at all times while using the sauna. These rules are in place for your safety and the safety of those around you.

• The sauna is strictly for 12 and over. Please note that if you are below the age of 18 you must book one of our private sessions and be accompanied by an adult.
• Do not wear any creams/lotion/tan prior to entering the sauna as these can run and can cause your pores to get blocked.
• Do not wear any swimwear with metal attachments as these get very hot while in the sauna and can cause burns.
• Please remove any jewellery before entering the sauna as these too can get very hot and cause burns. Please be aware that we cannot guarantee the safety of any property left for safekeeping with a staff member while in the sauna.
• Always sit on a clean towel while in the sauna, this will help to keep you clean and comfortable, as well as protect the sauna benches from natural body oils.
• Do not drink alcohol or take drugs before using the sauna as you could become nauseated, dizzy and may pass out.
• Do not eat inside of the sauna.
• Exercise caution when moving about within the sauna as benches and floors may be slippery.
• Do not throw water on the hot stones when there are people near the stove, the hot steam could burn them.
• To avoid dehydration drink water before, during and after your sauna session.
• It is recommended you stay no longer than 15 minutes in the sauna at any one time, so take lots of breaks in the Lough or our Cold Dip provided before re-entering the sauna. Alternating between the hot and cold means you will get the most out of your sauna session.
• Leave the sauna immediately if you start to feel unwell (nauseated, dizzy etc) and let a member of staff know.
• Do not use the sauna if you have an open wound.
• Pregnant women should consult their Doctors before using the sauna.
• Do not hang clothes to dry in the sauna, as this may cause a risk of fire.
• When showering after a sauna never use harsh soap, the sauna causes your pores to open and harsh soaps can irritate your skin. Use moisturiser on your skin after a session as your skin can become dry when the air hits it.

Risk Factors

I understand and acknowledge that my use of the sauna involves risk including but not limited too;

• The risk of property loss or damage
• Personal injury either to myself or others
• Possibly death

I am electing to use the sauna of my own free will and confirm that my decision to use the sauna and to execute this waiver is entirely voluntary. I assume full responsibility for all risks that may arise out of or result from, directly or indirectly, my use of the Hot Rocks Sauna.

I acknowledge, warrant and confirm as follows:

• The Hot Rocks Sauna is not supervised inside the sauna by the owners, its employees or by any other owner related parties.
• I have read and agreed to comply with all of the sauna rules and regulations and understand that the safe and proper use of the sauna is dependent upon strict compliance with the sauna rules and regulations.
• I have no health problems whatsoever which inhibits me from using the sauna.
• I have the requested skills, qualifications, physical ability and training necessary to properly and safely use the sauna, should I have any questions, then I shall direct such questions to my physician.
• I understand that the owner of the Hot Rocks Sauna reserves the right to revoke or terminate my authorisation to use the sauna for any violation of this waiver, or the sauna rules and regulations.

Damages

I agree to pay for any and all damages to any property belonging to the owner or any owner related parties caused by me negligently, wilfully or otherwise.

Insurance

I understand that I am solely responsible for any medical, health or personal injury costs relating to me, and all other people in my booking slot, using the sauna. I understand that if I have concerns I should consult with my doctor and undertake a physical examination prior to the use of the sauna.

Waiver and Indemnity

Except in cases of negligence, I, my spouse (if any), heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, hereby release, waive, discharge hold harmless covenant not to sue the owner nor any of the owner related parties for any and all claims, liabilities, judgements, costs and expenses related to such claims, for any property damaged, property lost or theft, personal injury or illness, death or other loss arising from or relating to my use of the sauna.

I hereby further waive any protection afforded by law in respect of any claims arising from my use of the sauna, including unknown future claims.

By making an appointment and using the sauna you confirm that you have read and fully understand the sauna rules and this waiver and understand the it relates to the surrendering and releasing of my legal rights. Upon such you agree to this waiver freely and voluntarily, with the full intent of releasing the owner and owner related parties from liability for injury or loss due to the inherent risks of my use of the sauna.