Seabiscuit Sauna

A wood-fired sauna in a converted horsebox on Aberdeen's beachfront

✓ Personally visited by Wild Sauna Guide

Beach

Sea dip

Seabiscuit Sauna Aberdeen and changing horsebox

Barbossauna's horsebox saunas set along the grassy mound above Aberdeen's promenade

The promenade path on Aberdeen's beachfront, with benches overlooking the sea

Man wading into sea at promenade in Aberdeen

Steps down to beach and sea on Aberdeen Esplanade

About this sauna

Seabiscuit Sauna Aberdeen is a converted horsebox sauna on the Esplanade, set right on the promenade with the beach and sea a short walk away. Fishing gear and potted plants decorate the outside.

The Esplanade here is lively, with beachgoers, dog walkers and the odd cyclist passing throughout the day.

What to expect

Wood-fired horsebox sauna, heated with a Kota stove
Social sessions for up to 8 people
Glass door with direct sea views
Small ramp for easy access in and out
Padded area underfoot by the door
Rinse-off water pump to wash off sand and sea

Additional experiences and sessions

Private hire available
Guided sauna ritual sessions available, led by a sauna master, with meditation
Event hire available for festivals, retreats, workshops, gyms and private venues

Plan your visit

Booking Book online in advance Getting there Free parking is available right along the promenade, though spaces can be limited. The retail park nearby is a reliable backup, about a 10 minute walk to the sauna Facilities Onsite changing room available Toilets Free public toilets at the end of the Esplanade 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

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What’s nearby

Footdee, Aberdeen’s old fishing village, is a short walk away, with its distinctive coloured cottages and gardens worth wandering through. There are a handful of cafés and food vans along the Esplanade, and Aberdeen beach itself stretches out from the harbour mouth up towards the Don.

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.

From my visit

Is parking easy to find?

There's free parking right along the promenade, though spaces can get busy. The retail park nearby across the road is a reliable backup, about 10 minutes on foot.

Is it a quiet spot, or does it get busy?

The promenade here is lively, with beachgoers, dog walkers and cyclists passing throughout the day, so it's not a secluded setting.

Is the beach easy to get to from the sauna?

There's a steep grassy slope down from the sauna, with stairs available if you'd rather not do the grass.