Sonder Experience

21/04/2026

Do you know what the word sonder means? It’s a made-up word from the Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows.

It’s a noun that’s used to describe the humbling awareness of the human experience surrounding you.

Often looking at busy streets, passing cars, or in a public space.

This feeling can lead to increased empathy, perspective, and a sense of connection.

Recognizing that everyone has a deeply personal life of which you are simply an extra and they are the main character, and you have your own human existence.

So when I chose the name for the sauna, my hope was to create connection, community, and awareness. A desire to be inclusive and meet other like-minded souls.

At the sauna, it becomes more than just a thought. It becomes a shared space where strangers aren't just passing through, but briefly meeting as a whole human being.

Not because we’re all the same, but because we’re all carrying something real. A Sonder Experience.

06/04/2026

New season, fresh schedule 🔥

We’ve added more ways to sauna your way:
• Teen sessions (16–19 yrs)
• Small group meditation sessions (max 4 for a quieter space)
• Early morning saunas for the sunrise crew
• Family sessions every other week – perfect for introducing the little ones

Whether you’re after calm, connection or a proper sweat, there’s a session with your name on it.

Have a look and book your spot.
https://www.sonderexperience.co.uk/book.php

28/03/2026

We had such a lovely day last week and were blessed with warm, spring weather, a slow breeze and great company so we moved the workshop outdoors! Learning about different foods and sharing knowledge about how we make Fire Cider, fermentation and using natural homeopathic ingredients was a real joy. Some of us chose vanilla pods to create our Fire Cider, some chose garlic and chilli plants to add, and some had both!!! Garlic, fresh turmeric, herbs, star anise, citrus fruits, honey, lemon grass, pink peppercorns and fennel seeds were just a few of the beautiful ingredients we used. It was tricky not to add everything!! Everyone left with a jar full of goodness and I would love to know what it is going to taste like in a few weeks after bubbling all its deliciousness together. Thanks to Sophie leading the group and the wonderful souls who made the workshop particularly special. Let's manifest good weather so we can keep the outdoorsy events going!!!

15/03/2026

We're excited to hold our hands-on Fire Cider Workshop at the beautiful Lopemede Farm, Thame, Oxfordshire!

📅 Sunday 22nd March 2026
🕙 11:00am – 12:30pm
📍 Lopemede Farm, Thame

Fire Cider is a time-honoured folk remedy packed with immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory goodness — and we're going to make it together from scratch using organic and locally sourced ingredients, including:
🍋 Lemon ·
🧄 Garlic ·
🫚 Ginger · Horseradish · Fennel Seeds · Turmeric ·
🍎 Apples · Apple Cider Vinegar & more!

Whether you're a wellness enthusiast, curious about natural remedies, or just love getting hands-on in the kitchen, this workshop is perfect for you. You'll leave with your very own batch of Fire Cider and the knowledge to make it again and again.
Spaces are limited — don't miss out!
👉 Book now & find out more: https://www.sonderexperience.co.uk/events.php

13/03/2026

Stirring the seasons, spice, and soul,
To keep the mind and body whole.

Join us on March 22nd at Sonder Experience for a hands-on Fire Cider Workshop. From the kick of fresh horseradish to the glow of turmeric, the medicinal garlic and chillis (for those spicy ones amongst you, you'll craft your own potent batch of this legendary folk tonic to take home and help you transition into Spring with energy and ease.
Investment: £35 (includes all ingredients, your jar to hold your bottled sunshine and spice, refreshments, and great company)

Book your spot here: https://www.sonderexperience.co.uk/events.php

08/03/2026

🌸 Give Mum something she’ll actually love this Mother’s Day

Flowers fade. Chocolates disappear.
But an experience in nature lasts forever.

Treat her to a Sonder Experience gift voucher – perfect for:
🔥 Wild sauna sessions
🌿 Relaxing time in nature
❄️ Cold water plunges
✨ A moment to truly unwind

Give the gift of rest, warmth and connection this Mother’s Day.

🎁 Gift vouchers available now:
https://www.sonderexperience.co.uk/gift-vouchers.php

01/03/2026

🌅 Introducing Sunset Sauna at Sonder. Only £16.50 for 1hr 10mins of pure gold.
This is your invitation to slow down.
Our Sunset Sauna sessions combine the warmth of our communal wood-fired sauna with the buzz of the cold plunge — and then nature puts on a show. 🌄
We can't promise a blazing sky every time (this is England, after all 😄), but when the light spills across the Oxfordshire countryside and the steam rises around you, it's one of those moments you won't forget in a hurry.

Every session includes:
🔥 Communal sauna & cold plunge
🧂 Salt scrub
🍵 Herbal tea to finish
⏱️ 1 hour 10 minutes
💛 £16.50 per person

Warmth. Stillness. Unforgettable evenings.
👉 Book now: www.sonderexperience.co.uk
🎁 Would make a gorgeous gift too — gift cards available!
📍 Lopemede Farm, Thame, Oxfordshire

01/03/2026

The BBC is reporting what we're living every day. 🔥
A new BBC piece has shone a spotlight on the rapid rise of sauna culture across the South of England - and the numbers are striking. According to the British Sauna Society, over 50 saunas have opened across the South alone in recent years, with 600+ now available to the public nationwide.

The BSS has seen an almost year-on-year doubling since 2018, and the reason goes deeper than wellness trends. As BSS Director Gabrielle Reason puts it, saunas are filling the gap left by the decline of community spaces - becoming the new "third spaces" where people genuinely connect.

The science is compelling too. Research from Scandinavia shows that more frequent sauna use is linked to improved longevity — and the combination of heat and cold immersion is gaining serious academic attention.

At Sonder Experience, we're proud to be part of this movement. Our wild sauna and cold plunge at Lopemede Farm, Thame sits in the heart of Oxfordshire — offering exactly the kind of community, nature, and restorative contrast therapy the BBC is talking about. From our autoimmune support group to first-time visitors, the transformation people feel is real.
If you've been thinking about trying it, now's the time. The South's sauna culture is only growing — and we're right here waiting for you. 🌿

🔗 www.sonderexperience.co.uk
📍 Lopemede Farm, Thame, Oxfordshire



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28/02/2026

We're excited to announce our hands-on Fire Cider Workshop at the beautiful Lopemede Farm, Thame, Oxfordshire!

📅 Sunday 22nd March 2026
🕙 11:00am – 12:30pm
📍 Lopemede Farm, Thame

Fire Cider is a time-honoured folk remedy packed with immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory goodness — and we're going to make it together from scratch using organic and locally sourced ingredients, including:

🍋 Lemon · 🧄 Garlic · 🫚 Ginger · Horseradish · Fennel Seeds · Turmeric · 🍎 Apples · Apple Cider Vinegar & more!

Whether you're a wellness enthusiast, curious about natural remedies, or just love getting hands-on in the kitchen, this workshop is perfect for you. You'll leave with your very own batch of Fire Cider and the knowledge to make it again and again.

Spaces are limited — don't miss out!
👉 Book now & find out more: www.sonderexperience.co.uk/events

19/02/2026

We are holding a Wonderful Workshop just for you. Creating your own organic Fire Cider from scratch packed with health conscious ingredients, locally sourced where possible but all organic!!

For generations, cider itself has been used for a wide range of health and hygienic purposes, and this tradition continues today. More than anything, this workshop is about bringing people together. It’s connection, creation and collaboration.

You will learn about the essential ingredients, including organic apple cider vinegar with the Mother, garlic, cinnamon, lemons, coriander, chillies, honey, turmeric and more, and explore the potential benefits they may bring to your immune system, your daily routine and your family life. We’ll also share the traditions and rituals behind fire cider, so you can decide what you might like to weave into your own practice. Most importantly, you’ll meet like-minded souls to engage and create with.

Join us on Sunday 22nd March at 11am in a lovely warm yurt, ready to chop, chat and share.

£35 includes your own jar of fire cider to take home, time spent with a beautiful community, refreshments and perhaps a few new friendships.

Book now to secure your space:
https://www.sonderexperience.co.uk/events.php

14/02/2026

175+ hidden sauna sanctuaries across Britain. From converted horseboxes on wild beaches to forest hideaways with ice-cold plunge pools. 🌲🔥
Wild Sauna is your guide to the UK's most extraordinary outdoor sauna experiences. Where will the heat take you?
https://tinyurl.com/wild-sauna