# Latest **URL:** https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/latest.md [Latest](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/tags.md) --- ## [Fixings for internal cladding](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/fixings-for-internal-cladding/124)
**Author:** [@Jens](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/Jens)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [22 October 2026 18:42 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/fixings-for-internal-cladding/124 "2026-10-22T18:42:10Z")
Hi everybody, first post here on this great site. I am building a sauna on a trailer. following the guidance received here, I understand to only use stainless steel fixings on the inside of the sauna membrane. We will … --- ## [Installing an externally fed sauna stove](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/installing-an-externally-fed-sauna-stove/164)
**Author:** [@JimmyWS](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/JimmyWS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [19 October 2026 09:36 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/installing-an-externally-fed-sauna-stove/164 "2026-10-19T09:36:39Z")
Morning all. Like many others I am converting a horse box into a sauna. We are installing the Harvia M3 SL stove meaning it can be fed from outside the sauna. Does anyone have any experience with this? There isn’t much … --- ## [Woodfire in woodlands](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/woodfire-in-woodlands/159)
**Author:** [@Loops](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/Loops)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [18 October 2026 23:57 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/woodfire-in-woodlands/159 "2026-10-18T23:57:05Z")
Hi there, I have got an amazing site that i’ve been offered in a woodlands on a golf course. I am worried about the fire risk with the flue being under a tree canopy - do you think i will have huge issues with getting t… --- ## [Planning permission](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/planning-permission/148)
**Author:** [@Luisb](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/Luisb)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [15 October 2026 08:05 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/planning-permission/148 "2026-10-15T08:05:58Z")
I own some land and want to start a small sauna retreat with cold plunge. The site would have no fixed structures as the sauna would be on wheels. It is away from any residential buildings with good parking and views ove… --- ## [Safe sauna Paint/Stains/Oils](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/safe-sauna-paint-stains-oils/158)
**Author:** [@jshdvs](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/jshdvs)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [29 September 2026 15:47 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/safe-sauna-paint-stains-oils/158 "2026-09-29T15:47:58Z")
Hi all, First time here. Great to find a community of people wanting to improve the Sauna experience. I’m trying to find out info on sauna stains/wax/paint for the inside of the sauna. I’d like to paint some of the wood… --- ## [Budding Sauna Master looking for opportunities](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/budding-sauna-master-looking-for-opportunities/157)
**Author:** [@tyteen4a03](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/tyteen4a03)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [18 September 2026 14:02 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/budding-sauna-master-looking-for-opportunities/157 "2026-09-18T14:02:21Z")
Hey! I’m Tim and I completed my sauna master course earlier this year. I’ve since done some small scale Aufgusses in 10 people saunas for fun, but I’d love to hone my skills with a bigger audience. I live in Berlin but … --- ## [If you are interested in made-in-Japan sauna](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/if-you-are-interested-in-made-in-japan-sauna/156)
**Author:** [@Jeffrey](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/Jeffrey)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [4 September 2026 07:50 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/if-you-are-interested-in-made-in-japan-sauna/156 "2026-09-04T07:50:51Z")
Hi everyone, I’m Jeffrey, working with a sauna manufacturer based in Tokyo, Japan. We make custom saunas in Japan using Japanese Hinoki cypress, mainly for homes, hotels, wellness spaces and other projects. We’ve been… --- ## [Aufguss practitioners?](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/aufguss-practitioners/155)
**Author:** [@craigembr](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/craigembr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [13 August 2026 08:12 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/aufguss-practitioners/155 "2026-08-13T08:12:46Z")
Hey Sauna Community, We have recently opened a new contrast therapy hub in Berkhamsted, just outside of London. We are thinking of hosting some regular Aufguss sessions and would love to be connected with people that c… --- ## [Outdoor-sauna, home-sauna, wellness](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/outdoor-sauna-home-sauna-wellness/153)
**Author:** [@portasauna](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/portasauna)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [12 August 2026 09:15 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/outdoor-sauna-home-sauna-wellness/153 "2026-08-12T09:15:44Z")
Hi everyone, I’m considering adding an outdoor sauna to my home and would love to hear from people with experience. There are so many options available, such as traditional wood-fired saunas and electric models, that it… --- ## [Visit Sauna's around London](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/visit-saunas-around-london/149)
**Author:** [@LondonAndrew](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/LondonAndrew)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [4 August 2026 17:03 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/visit-saunas-around-london/149 "2026-08-04T17:03:29Z")
Hey - I’ve been recovering from a herniated disc in my lower back which is pressing on my sciatic nerve, and the physio i use recommended I start a sauna routine. I don’t currently have a gym membership, but see lots of … --- ## [How to clean flue](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/how-to-clean-flue/144)
**Author:** [@Claire\_Charles](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/Claire_Charles)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [29 June 2026 12:45 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/how-to-clean-flue/144 "2026-06-29T12:45:44Z")
Hi everyone. I’m hoping someone here might have some experience with getting the flue on a wood-fired sauna cleaned and inspected. We have a barrel sauna with a Harvia M3 external-feed wood burner and we’re based in the … --- ## [Schmeissing brush construction](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/schmeissing-brush-construction/141)
**Author:** [@MartyArty](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/MartyArty)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [26 June 2026 11:45 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/schmeissing-brush-construction/141 "2026-06-26T11:45:04Z")
Dear Sauna lovers, I wonder if anyone can assist me please. I want to make a raffia brush for the sauna for schmeissing. I have the Raffia and the butchers cord for the handle. Are there any videos or other learning mate… --- ## [Mobile sauna self-hire/ customer-towed operating model](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/mobile-sauna-self-hire-customer-towed-operating-model/142)
**Author:** [@Katalin\_Nemes](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/Katalin_Nemes)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [26 June 2026 10:23 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/mobile-sauna-self-hire-customer-towed-operating-model/142 "2026-06-26T10:23:08Z")
Continuing the discussion from Sauna Insurance - What Do We Need to Know?: Hi all , I’m so glad I’ve found this society, I’m currently launching a small wood-fired mobile sauna hire business in South Wales and I’m stru… --- ## [Horsebox sauna build advice](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/horsebox-sauna-build-advice/85)
**Author:** [@Fliss](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/Fliss)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [16 June 2026 16:57 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/horsebox-sauna-build-advice/85 "2026-06-16T16:57:27Z")
Hello there, like plenty of others I’m converting an old horsebox into a Sauna here on the Isle of Rum. I’ve done some research and watched lots of youtube vids and have Lassi’s book on the way but any general advice or… --- ## [Brits and nudity in public saunas - do you? Are we ready?](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/brits-and-nudity-in-public-saunas-do-you-are-we-ready/114)
**Author:** [@CC3](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/CC3)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [16 June 2026 16:53 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/brits-and-nudity-in-public-saunas-do-you-are-we-ready/114 "2026-06-16T16:53:32Z")
Hi all,Hope you don’t mind my posting here - the society suggested it might be helpful. I’m writing a newspaper article for this weekend on naked sauna-ing in Britain and would love to chat to anyone who does so in publi… --- ## [Sauna Theatre at Edinburgh Fringe](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/sauna-theatre-at-edinburgh-fringe/140)
**Author:** [@jakub](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/jakub)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [2 June 2026 21:49 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/sauna-theatre-at-edinburgh-fringe/140 "2026-06-02T21:49:21Z")
Sauna Theatre will bring performing arts and sauna together at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August. The event will be hosted in a purpose-built 80-seat sauna featuring state-of-the-art lighting and surround sound. … --- ## [Brighton Sauna Festival](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/brighton-sauna-festival/137)
**Author:** [@jakub](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/jakub)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [20 May 2026 11:19 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/brighton-sauna-festival/137 "2026-05-20T11:19:19Z")
29-31 May 2026 in Brighton Join the British Sauna Society for the first-ever Brighton Sauna Festival, a high-energy, three-day takeover of the iconic Sussex shoreline to celebrate the birthplace of modern coastal sauna … --- ## [Beginner Courses](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/beginner-courses/131)
**Author:** [@si.cahill](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/si.cahill)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [19 May 2026 19:18 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/beginner-courses/131 "2026-05-19T19:18:50Z")
I was wondering whether anyone ever runs introduction to sauna culture/hosting? I got myself a sauna tent at beginning of last Autumn and have hardly been out of it. I’d like to go deeper but wouldn’t want to commit to … --- ## [Framework: Professional roles within UK sauna practice](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/framework-professional-roles-within-uk-sauna-practice/127)
**Author:** [@gabriellereason](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/gabriellereason)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [6 May 2026 09:42 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/framework-professional-roles-within-uk-sauna-practice/127 "2026-05-06T09:42:08Z")
As part of our project to establish a UK framework for professionals working in the UK sauna industry, the British Sauna Society consulted with a number of sauna masters, operators, suppliers and industry bodies across S… --- ## [Licences In Saffron Warden Essex](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/licences-in-saffron-warden-essex/125)
**Author:** [@RevivoSauna](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/RevivoSauna)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [30 April 2026 09:04 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/licences-in-saffron-warden-essex/125 "2026-04-30T09:04:03Z")
Not sure if anyone can help …I am a fully mobile practitioner attending a temporary event in Saffron Walden, Essex. During this event, I will only be operating a pop-up presence for a few hours and will not be carrying o… --- ## [New project: Supporting Sauna Professionals in their careers & establishing a national framework](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/new-project-supporting-sauna-professionals-in-their-careers-establishing-a-national-framework/117)
**Author:** [@gabriellereason](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/gabriellereason)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [9 April 2026 11:34 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/new-project-supporting-sauna-professionals-in-their-careers-establishing-a-national-framework/117 "2026-04-09T11:34:48Z")
After the successful launch of the Operator Membership, the British Sauna Society has been developing its plans for its Sauna Professional Membership. The first phase of this has been undertaking a research piece to deep… --- ## [FAQ: Where to start - Setting up as a sauna operator in the UK](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/faq-where-to-start-setting-up-as-a-sauna-operator-in-the-uk/89)
**Author:** [@system](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [29 January 2026 14:07 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/faq-where-to-start-setting-up-as-a-sauna-operator-in-the-uk/89 "2026-01-29T14:07:16Z")
2026-01-29T00:00:00Z (UTC) British Sauna Society guidance documentation Where to start: Setting up as a sauna operator in the UK. This guide is designed for people who are seriously considering setting up as a sauna o… --- ## [Operating a sauna in the UK: Planning your site & sauna](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/operating-a-sauna-in-the-uk-planning-your-site-sauna/120)
**Author:** [@system](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [1 April 2026 16:57 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/operating-a-sauna-in-the-uk-planning-your-site-sauna/120 "2026-04-01T16:57:59Z")
British Sauna Society guidance document. Operating a sauna in the UK: Planning your site & sauna This guide forms part of the British Sauna Society’s operator guidance series. It is written for people planning, setting… --- ## [Operating a sauna in the UK: The basics of good sauna design, build & experience](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/operating-a-sauna-in-the-uk-the-basics-of-good-sauna-design-build-experience/118)
**Author:** [@system](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [1 April 2026 16:46 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/operating-a-sauna-in-the-uk-the-basics-of-good-sauna-design-build-experience/118 "2026-04-01T16:46:41Z")
British Sauna Society guidance document. Operating a sauna in the UK: The basics of good sauna design, build & experience. This guide forms part of the British Sauna Society’s operator guidance series. It is written for… --- ## [Gas powered sauna](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/gas-powered-sauna/123)
**Author:** [@SaunaSoul](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/SaunaSoul)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [8 April 2026 14:39 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/gas-powered-sauna/123 "2026-04-08T14:39:54Z")
Hi, I am exploring the option of gas powered sauna heaters (local council is pushing back on wood and generators). I see there are gas powered options but wanted to know if anyone has tried it and any thoughts? Thanks … --- ## [Permissions & licences for operating a sauna in the UK](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/permissions-licences-for-operating-a-sauna-in-the-uk/121)
**Author:** [@system](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [1 April 2026 17:01 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/permissions-licences-for-operating-a-sauna-in-the-uk/121 "2026-04-01T17:01:25Z")
British Sauna Society guidance document. Permissions & licences for operating a sauna in the UK. This guide forms part of the British Sauna Society’s operator guidance series. It is written for people setting up or runn… --- ## [Operating a sauna in the UK: Securing land & site agreements](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/operating-a-sauna-in-the-uk-securing-land-site-agreements/119)
**Author:** [@system](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [1 April 2026 16:50 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/operating-a-sauna-in-the-uk-securing-land-site-agreements/119 "2026-04-01T16:50:59Z")
British Sauna Society guidance document. Operating a sauna in the UK: Securing land & site agreements This guide forms part of the British Sauna Society’s operator guidance series. It is written for people setting up o… --- ## [What’s a Finnish Sauna? A free webinar and Q&A on 31st March](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/what-s-a-finnish-sauna-a-free-webinar-and-q-a-on-31st-march/116)
**Author:** [@jakub](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/jakub)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [31 March 2026 13:20 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/what-s-a-finnish-sauna-a-free-webinar-and-q-a-on-31st-march/116 "2026-03-31T13:20:05Z")
A free webinar from Dr Lassi Liikkanen of Saunologia, sauna researcher and author of books about sauna build and design. 5pm on March 31st, 2026 (today!) More info and free registration: What’s a Finnish Sauna? A free … --- ## [Second hand mobile saunas](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/second-hand-mobile-saunas/109)
**Author:** [@jackagarnett](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/jackagarnett)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [20 March 2026 01:31 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/second-hand-mobile-saunas/109 "2026-03-20T01:31:48Z")
Hello! I’m looking at getting into the mobile sauna business, and wondered if there was a directory for second hand trailer / mobile saunas? Alternatively, are there any resources / places anyone could point me to to h… --- ## [Menopause and sauna: share your reflections, experience, and resources](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/menopause-and-sauna-share-your-reflections-experience-and-resources/100)
**Author:** [@annaburkitt](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/u/annaburkitt)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [12 March 2026 15:32 UTC](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/t/menopause-and-sauna-share-your-reflections-experience-and-resources/100 "2026-03-12T15:32:23Z")
This thread is an open space to share reflections, lived experience, and relevant research or resources related to sauna and the menopausal transition. You might use this space to: share personal experiences of sauna … [Next page](https://discuss.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/latest.md?page=1)