WILD SEAWEED BATHS
AN OUTDOOR
BATHING EXPERIENCE
Our barrels are seasonal – we open approx April – October.
For hundreds of years, people have been bathing in seaweed for its nurturing, restorative and healing properties. In warm water, seaweed releases its mineral-dense oils, offering rich relaxation and soothing tired muscles.
Using the pure water generated as a by-product of our sea salt harvesting process, we are the first company in Wales to offer a seaweed soak detox, celebrating the unparalleled view in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Don your swimming costume and bathe in the power of seaweed in your own private upcycled whiskey barrel.
Seaweed is incredibly sustainable – it doesn’t require soil, fertiliser, or fresh water to grow, and when harvested at the right time it encourages even more regrowth.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Our recycled barrels are wonderfully warm (around 40C), but they are outside to make the most of the elements and our outstanding panoramic view.
Our bathing area looks directly out to sea and we offer simple wooden changing rooms. We use the distilled water from our salt-making process for our baths – ie it is fresh water.
Please be aware that your dip will go ahead come rain or shine. Every weather brings something different to the experience.
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REVIEWS FOR OUR EXPERIENCES
What do I need to bring with me?
- swimwear
- a refillable water bottle
- a pair of flip flops/ croc-type shoes ( there is wooden walkway of a few meters from the changing room to the seaweed baths)
- a towel
- sunhat, suncream and sunglasses if the forecast is bright
- please do ensure you have read the disclaimer below before booking, we will ask every member of the party to sign a copy upon arrival.
What are the benefits of seaweed bathing?
The benefits of bathing in seaweed have been well-known for centuries. The mineral-dense oils are incredibly moisturising, making it brilliant for anti-ageing and especially for dry skin. The experience is totally natural, the ingredients being 100% seaweed and warm water – and it’s brilliant for relaxing sore muscles. A traditional, restorative ritual that will, quite simply, make you feel wonderful.
Can I buy a voucher as a gift?
How much does it cost?
A seaweed bath lasts 45 minutes and costs £39.50 per person.
What facilities do you have on site?
- To maximise the healing effects of the seaweed, we strongly suggest leaving the oil on your skin post-bath, where it will be readily absorbed. To this effect, there are no showers on site.
- Please make sure you bring your own towel.
- We have toilets near the baths in our Visitor Centre, as well as two lovely changing sheds. Please note in unusually busy periods you may need to share a changing shed with others.
- We do not recommend you bring valuables on site
How long does my bath last?
Will the bath go ahead in all-weathers?
How do I cancel my booking?
If you would like to cancel your booking please navigate to the My Account page, select the order and click ‘cancel’. Alternatively please give us a ring on +44 (0) 1248 430871.
Can I bring drinks and snacks to the bathing area?
We kindly ask that you don’t consume any drinks or snacks purchased off-site other than water.
Do you have an access statement?
Unfortunately, this experience is not currently suitable for wheelchair users due to the following:
- Flag stones, pebbles and wooden decking lead onto wooden stepping stones set into grass which lead to the changing huts
- The huts each have a slightly raised floor
- There is a slight incline to access the flat area where the barrels are located
- The barrels are approximately 120cm high with water up to approximately 100cm
- There is a sturdy 3 step 50cm wooden ladder to climb over the barrel edge and onto the wooden seat inside the barrel, approximately 60cm down
Are dogs allowed on the bathing site?
Unfortunately we don’t allow dogs on the bathing site, though you are welcome to take your dog for a walk down our drive and on the beach.
Seaweed Bath Disclaimer
Minimum age for bathing is 18 years. We do not have facilities to care for children and the bathing area is not accessible to persons under 18 years. We hope you understand we cannot assure their safety.
We do not permit smoking in the bathing area.
Seaweed bathing has many health benefits but it’s not suitable for everyone. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have no health issues that would be impacted by seaweed bathing and the activity is undertaken solely at you own risk. We do not recommend seaweed bathing for people with an overactive thyroid, first trimester of pregnancy, following recent surgery, high blood pressure, any lymph health issues, neurological disorders, heart or circulatory disorders, including DVT. We recommend that you check with your GP if you have any medical conditions. It is your responsibility to check that you are not allergic to seaweed. If you would like to have a sample of seaweed to check at least 24 hours prior to your booking please contact us.
Bathing is not suitable for persons with any skin conditions, including but not limited to, open sores, wounds, nail infections.
Payment and Cancellation
We take full payment upfront. You can cancel a booking up to 48 hours before, after that we can only change the name of the booking (ie if you’re ill on the day, you can send someone else in your place). No shows for any reason will not receive any refund.
Valuables
We recommend that no jewellery be worn while bathing. The Anglesey Sea Salt Company take no responsibility for the loss of money or valuables of any kind.
Etiquette
To ensure that everyone can relax and enjoy the bathing experience, we respectfully request that all keep noise to a minimum. Mobile phones and electronic devices are discouraged, please keep them on silent mode, please also avoid holding loud conversations.
On the day
Please arrive 15 minutes before your booking time so we can settle you in and you can have the maximum amount of time in the barrel. Late arrival will unfortunately result in less time in the barrel.
A changing facility is provided. To maximise the healing effects of the seaweed, we strongly suggest leaving the oil on your skin post-bath, where it will be readily absorbed. To this effect, there are no showers on site. Please ensure you bring your own towel with you.
General Disclaimer
Guests will fully indemnify and hold harmless The Anglesey Sea Salt Company, representatives, agents, staff and suppliers, from and against all liabilities, claims, expenses, damages and losses, including legal fees (on an indemnity basis), arising out of or in connection with the seaweed bathing, services and/or facilities.
I understand and agree to the terms and conditions set out above.