Clach Mara Sauna
Thurso, United Kingdom
About
Clach Mara is a hand-built, mobile wood-fired sauna that travels to coastal locations along Scotland's North Coast. Sessions accommodate 6–8 people and feature ocean views, wood-fired heat, and cold water immersion in the sea or from a bucket. Bookings are available for both communal and private groups year-round.
Good to know
- Wood-fired heat: softer, heavier löyly than electric, and the smell of the stove is part of the room.
- Mobile operator: the sauna travels, so the location is part of the booking. Check the current site before you arrive.
- Right on the sea: expect saltwater dips between rounds, cold even in summer.
- Cold plunge available on site: use it between rounds for the classic contrast cycle.
- Set in nature, away from the city, so bring a car or plan the transfer in advance.
- Bookable as a private session: rent the room for your group rather than sharing with strangers.
Hours
- Saturday
- 12am–12am
Common questions
Do I need to book Clach Mara Sauna?
Yes. Sessions are booked in advance, usually as a timed slot. The whole sauna can also be hired privately.
How much does Clach Mara Sauna cost?
Sessions are typically £25–50 a person.
Does Clach Mara Sauna have a cold plunge?
Yes. There is a cold plunge on site for contrast rounds.
When is Clach Mara Sauna open?
Typical hours are Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: Closed; Friday: Closed; Saturday: Open 24 hours; Sunday: Open 24 hours.
When did Clach Mara Sauna open?
It opened in 2025.
Take the atlas with you
Save saunas and log your sessions with Ember for iPhone.
