FAQs
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Find us in The Secret Garden, Hangleton Manor, Hangleton Valley Drive, Hove, BN3 8AN
Walk through the Pub car park and follow our signs. We are located through the main pub garden in the secret garden, through the door next to the dove cote. FInd us here: what 3 words:///mini.power.remain
Bus
47 stops very close on Hangleton Lane, the 5B and 3X both stop at Towns Corner (outside Oscar’s On The Green) just a 5 minute walk away.Train
Our nearest train station is Portslade. 25 minutes walk through Benfield Valley or along Hangleton Road.Car
All adjacent streets have unlimited free parking. Please be mindful not to block local residents driveway entrances. Thank you. -
There is step-free access into Hangleton Manor, the car park and gardens. Please note some of the ground is shingle, grass and uneven.
Please follow the directional signage and take care on the walkways - especially if you are visiting when dark.
Our horsebox sauna is accessed via a shallow ramp without a hand rail. Please advise your sauna host on arrival if you need assistance entering and exiting the sauna. We will be glad to help.
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Please note we have access to the Pub toilets for guests ONLY during Pub opening times: 12 noon - 11pm.
If you are visiting us outside of these times, please be aware there is no alternative toilet facilities on site.
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Furry friends are welcome at the pub and gardens but must be on a lead and attended at all times.
If you are using the sauna, your dog must be supervised by someone else whilst on site.
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Gift vouchers are available on our booking page, scroll to the bottom to check out all the options.
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Visiting or planning to visit so.sauna regularly? Check out our 10 session package - makes great value, saving £40!
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We are a suburban horsebox sauna at The Secret Garden at Hangleton Manor.
We have an outdoor cold water shower, cold plunge bath and chairs to relax in.
There are communal waterproof tubs to store your belongings while you sauna. Please note although a sauna host will always be onsite your belongings are left at your own risk.
Please note we ONLY have toilet facilities available to guest during Pub opening times only: 12 noon - 11pm.
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- Swimwear
- Flip flops or sliders as the ground around the sauna is not suitable for bare feet
- Two towels – one to sit on in the sauna and one for drying afterwards (100% cotton towels are best for you and the sauna)
- Cosy layers for chilling out after
- Full water bottle
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Sauna is your time to relax and unwind. Its a time to connect with yourself and others.
The sauna temperature fluctuates depending on the number of people using it at one time.
Mix 5-15 minute sessions in the sauna with breaks outside to cool off or use our cold water options.
We welcome arriving 10 minutes before your sauna session to change and make the most of our beautiful surroundings.
Unfortunately if you are late for your session will not be able to extend your slot.
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Please note we ONLY have access to a customer toilet during pub opening hours: 12 noon - 11pm. If you are visiting us in the morning, have a wee before you arrive.
We strongly recommend removing all jewellery before you enter the sauna. It can get very hot and feel uncomfortable on your skin.
Don’t drink alcohol before, during or after your sauna.
For the perfect sauna experience please bring:
- Swimwear
- Flip flops or sliders as the ground around the sauna is not suitable for bare feet
- Two towels – one to sit on in the sauna and one for drying afterwards (100% cotton towels are best for you and the sauna)
- Cosy layers for chilling out after
- Full water bottle
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We always recommend booking online before you arrive. If you are feeing spontaneous we also accept walks ins: simply check availability on arrival and book online or payment in cash is also accepted.
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Anyone can you the sauna.
Children must be aged 10+ and supervised by an adult with a 1:1 ratio.If you are pregnant or have heart condition we recommend seeking advice from a registered healthcare professional first.
so.sauna is located on grass and some uneven ground. If you have mobility restrictions please get in touch to discuss how we can accommodate you.
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We have a cold plunge bath and a cold shower on site for you to cool off outside.
Note: children are not advised to use the cold water options.
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Community sauna sessions require swimwear at all times for the comfort of everyone.
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We completely understand that life can get busy and plans sometimes change.
Here’s our gentle cancellation policy, designed to be as fair and flexible as possible:More than 48 hours’ notice: You’re welcome to reschedule or receive a full refund.
24–48 hours’ notice: You can reschedule or receive a 50% refund.
Less than 24 hours’ notice or no-shows: We’re sorry, but we’re unable to offer a refund or reschedule at this stage.
If we ever need to cancel due to weather, maintenance, or any unforeseen circumstances, we’ll make sure you receive a full refund or an easy reschedule - whichever you prefer.
If you need to change or cancel your sauna session, please try to give us at least 48 hours’ notice so we can offer your spot to someone else. This allows us to provide you with a full refund or credit.
If something comes up within 48 hours, we completely understand -but please note that we’re unable to offer a refund in that case.
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Absolutely! Using the booking page to find a slot. Can’t find a slot that works? Get in touch and we will try to accommodate you.