Sauna at the Kings Cullen exterior on the beach with the sea behind

Sauna at the Kings

A wood-fired barrel sauna beside the Three Kings, Cullen's iconic sandstone rock stacks

Beach Sea dip

At a glance

Heat Wood-fired
Water Sea dip
Sessions Social sessions and private hire
Parking Free parking underneath the railway viaduct
Changing Outdoor changing only
Toilets Public toilets at the car park
Booking Book online
Access Steps down to the sauna, no handrail
Arrival Via the A98, then down to the beach and viaduct

About this sauna

Sauna at the Kings, Cullen sits right on the beach beside the Three Kings, a set of sandstone rock stacks that give the sauna its name. It’s a wood-fired barrel sauna, built with local wood, set in an elevated spot looking straight out over the sea.

What to expect

  • Welcomed by a host on arrival
  • Social sessions for up to 8 people
  • Wood-fired barrel sauna, built with local wood
  • Direct sea access for a plunge in the North Sea
  • Views of the Three Kings rock stacks
  • Wet hats provided, plus orange slices during your session
  • Outdoor shower for rinsing off

Additional experiences and sessions

  • Private hire available

Plan your visit

Booking Book online Getting there Free parking underneath the railway viaduct, giving direct access onto the beach. The sauna itself is a couple of minutes' walk from the car park Facilities Outdoor changing only Toilets Public toilets at the car park, open through the summer 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

Accredited by the British Sauna Society

Location

What’s nearby

The Seafield Arms Hotel in the village serves food all day, including a bowl of Cullen Skink, the smoked haddock soup that takes its name from the town itself. The Cullen Victorian viaduct arches over the beach, and Cullen Links Golf Club sits right behind the sauna, with the historic Seatown fishing quarter a short walk along the coast.

Before you go

If you’re new to wild saunas, these quick answers might help

Do you have to go in the water?

No — you can enjoy the sauna on its own.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes — you can move between the sauna, the water and breaks outside at your own pace.