Rural
Cold plunge
Images credit: BYRE at Balgone
At a glance
About this sauna
BYRE at Balgone Sauna sits within Balgone Estate, a 1,500-acre working farm two miles from North Berwick, looking out over open East Lothian countryside with the estate’s highland cows grazing nearby.
The setting is rural and quiet — a working farm surrounded by woodland trails, volcanic cliffs and twin lakes.
What to expect
- Briefing from the host on arrival
- Social sessions for up to 6 people
- Wood-fired sauna
- Filtered cold plunge pool
- Views across East Lothian countryside and grazing animals
Additional experiences and sessions
- Private hire available for up to 6 people
- Membership available for regular visitors
Plan your visit
Getting there
By car: Enter via the West Entrance only, which is tarmacked. Do not use the North track or the farm yard. Postcode for sat nav: EH39 5NY
Parking: Onsite. Turn left into the car park from the West Entrance
Public transport: North Berwick train station, around a 45-minute walk or 5-minute taxi ride
Finding the sauna: A short, level walk from the parking area
Facilities
Toilets
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Two towels (one for sitting on, one for drying off)
- Flip flops or sandals
- Warm layers for afterwards
- Water bottle
- Changing robe or loose layers for getting changed outdoors
Location
What’s nearby
Herd café is on site at Balgone Estate, open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 9am to 3pm, serving speciality coffee and seasonal dishes made with produce from the farm. The John Muir Way passes through the estate, connecting to North Berwick two miles away and onwards towards Dunbar.
Before you go
If you’re new to wild saunas, these quick answers might help
No — you can enjoy the sauna on its own.
Yes — you can move between the sauna, the water and breaks outside at your own pace.
