East of England / Norfolk / Norwich

The Lions' Den River

Dedicated sauna venue79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AA
Saunas
Two, wood-fired
Setting
Outdoor, riverside, in the city
Cold
Plunge tub, cold shower
On site
Changing facilities, lockers
Price
See the venue's site
Book on the venue's site

Last updated 9 Oct 2026 · Report a correction

The Lions' Den River sits on the banks of the River Wensum at the Red Lion on Bishopgate in Norwich. It has two wood-fired saunas overlooking the river and five cold plunges kept at ambient, 10°C and 5°C.

The sauna garden has changing rooms, lockers and a cold shower. An outdoor riverside café serves coffee, hot chocolate, soups and toasties, and is open to passers-by as well as sauna guests. Paddle boarding on the Wensum runs in spring and summer.

Sessions are booked online. Check the venue's website for current prices and times.

Opening hours

Monday to Wednesday08:00 to 21:30
Thursday to Saturday08:00 to 22:00
Sunday08:00 to 21:00

First sauna at 7am Thursday to Saturday.

Where it is

79 Bishopgate, Norwich NR1 4AAGet directions