ReTreats/Wellness Workshops
Champneys Contrast Reset
50-minute guided experience
£35 per person
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hot & cold outdoor guided experience

Step away from the everyday and experience 50 minutes designed to leave you feeling invigorated, refreshed and reset.
Move between the warmth of our wood-fired sauna, an invigorating cold-water plunge and time to recover and relax – all expertly guided by specialist contrast coaches.
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Why contrast reset?
Invigorate

The shift between hot and cold creates an energising, invigorating experience.

Reset

Step away from everyday distractions and focus entirely on yourself for 50 minutes.

Recover

Finish with dedicated recovery time, allowing your body and mind to settle.

Support

Small groups and specialist coaches mean the whole experience is guided, personal and unhurried.

hot. cold. reset

About the experience

For two days only, specialist contrast coaches will lead small groups through a structured 50-minute outdoor experience – you will move through expertly guided sauna and cold-water cycles followed by recovery session. You will leave feeling reset and re-energised.

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how DOES it work?

Your workshop includes
Meditation, breathwork and release.
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HIGHLIGHTS
50-minute guided contrast experience
Combining sauna heat, cold-water immersion and supported recovery in a dedicated chill-out area.
Relax & Revitalise
Spa not included

Option to add spa access by booking a spa day

FAQs

Contrast therapy is the practice of moving between heat and cold, in this case a wood-fired sauna and a cold plunge, followed by a period of recovery. The shift between hot and cold is what makes it feel so invigorating, and it is the heart of the Champneys Contrast Reset experience.

Not at all. This experience is designed for complete beginners as much as seasoned regulars. Every step is explained and guided by our coaches, so you can simply relax and follow along.

Absolutely. No previous cold-water experience is needed. The whole point of a guided session is that you are supported throughout, so you can enjoy it with confidence.
The plunge is set at a temperature chosen so everyone can feel the benefits while staying comfortable and in control. Your coach guides you in gradually, and you are always in charge of your own experience.
Yes. We have both male and female coaches on the team, so you will always feel comfortable and well looked after throughout your session.
Sessions are kept small, with only eight places each, so the experience feels relaxed, personal and unhurried.
Your wellbeing comes first. Every guest completes a short health declaration before taking part, and our coaches are cold water qualified and first-aid trained. If you have a health condition, please let us know so we can advise.

Terms & Conditions

Please arrive at the Main House reception 15 minutes before your session to complete a short health declaration and receive your safety briefing.

Bring swimwear, a towel, water a robe and suitable footwear such as flip flops.

Places are given on first come, first served basis. To secure your place, please ensure payment is received by 2nd October 2026. If payment has not been received by this date, your place may be offered to another member.

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