Cherry Tree Farm, Croyde, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1NH
Cherry Tree Farm is a beloved campsite on the edge of Croyde, known for its sea views, epic sunsets and short stroll to one of North Devon’s finest surf beaches. In recent years it has added something that has made it even more of a destination: a large wood-fired sauna with panoramic views over Croyde Bay, paired with ice baths for those who want the full contrast therapy experience.
The sauna holds up to twelve people, which makes it excellent for groups and family parties, and it is open to the public as well as to campsite you. If you are driving in from Woolacombe or Croyde village, free parking is included for the duration of your session. You check in at reception on arrival before heading down to the sauna area, where you will be asked to sign a waiver as part of the booking process.
The combination of wood-fired heat and ice cold water immersion follows a well-established Nordic tradition with genuine physiological benefits, including improved circulation, reduced inflammation and a significant boost to mood and mental clarity. Most people find that even a single session leaves them feeling better than they expected, and many come back for more before the end of their holiday.
Bookings are made online via the Cherry Tree Farm website, and the dedicated sauna page has full details of session times, pricing and availability. Booking well in advance during summer is strongly advised as this has become one of the most popular wellness spots in the area. The campsite setting means there are good facilities nearby, and the farm shop and cafe make it easy to round off your session with something warming to eat and drink. Combining a sauna visit with a surf at Croyde beach, which is a short walk away, makes for a near-perfect North Devon morning.
A farm, a beach, a wood fire and a bath of cold water: sometimes the best ideas are beautifully simple.
