Our story
What began as a summer residency in Mothecombe has grown into something we never quite expected. That first wooden sauna, overlooking Mothecombe beach, quickly became more than just a place to warm up after a swim - it became a hub for connection, wellness, and community.
The response was beautiful. People came not just for the heat, but for the conversations, the quiet moments, and the simple joy of taking time out. As our Mothecombe spot put down roots and became permanent, we started dreaming bigger.
Now, with our second sauna opening in Dartington, we're watching a proper sauna culture take shape in Devon. It's happening naturally, in its own time, led by the communities we're part of.
COLUMB THOMPSON
Columb 'like a pillar’ Thompson is the creative mind, driving force and wood wrangling master behind The Somewhere Sauna. Having built countless timber-framed structures, including his own home, Columb decided 2023 was the time to realise his long-held vision of a mobile sauna for the community of South Devon.
When not overseeing The Somewhere Sauna Columb will most likely be hanging out with his beautiful kids Sunny and Rocco, crafting something (usually from wood) or paddling and camping along the River Dart.
CHARLOTTE FaRRER
Charlotte ‘Charlaquin’ Ferrer is a longtime friend and right-hand-pal of Columb’s who keeps The Somewhere Sauna ticking. Charlotte looks after the website, social media and day-to-day logistics. If you attend a session you’ll most likely be greeted by Charlotte and her infectious smile.
When the sun goes down Charlotte switches saunas for soundsystems and can often be found behind the turntables of local parties, dances and good-vibe gatherings.
EMILIA JANE
Emilia Jane works at the Somewhere Sauna as a Sauna host and loves creating special events where she weaves together herbs, yoga and community. An Intuitive Herbalist Apprentice, yoga facilitator and sauna enthusiast, she brings plants and embodiment into the sauna experience, believing a wood-fired sauna in wild nature is the perfect place for nurturing your mind, body and soul.
Blending ancient sauna practices, herbalism and yoga, she creates nurturing spaces for personal and community well-being. You can find her hand-blended, wild-crafted herbal products for sale at the Sauna, and she runs monthly Herbal Sauna Rituals amongst other collaborations with the Sauna community.