British Sauna Summit 2026
The British Sauna Society flagship professional conference. A one-day gathering of operators, practitioners, designers, researchers, and policymakers shaping the UK sauna sector, featuring the Sauna Awards 2026. Sponsored by Finnmark Sauna.
British Sauna Summit. Photo: British Sauna Society.
The British Sauna Summit 2026 took place June 1 at Brighton Dome, the iconic arts venue in Brighton, England. Organized by the British Sauna Society, it is the UK's leading professional gathering for the sauna and bathing community.
What It Covers
The Summit's curated program spans talks, panels, and interactive sessions built around priorities identified by British Sauna Society members. Topics include operator best practices, sauna design, public health integration, cultural leadership, and the commercial trajectory of the UK sauna sector. An exhibition space features leading voices, suppliers, and businesses from across the industry.
Sauna Awards 2026
The day concludes with the Sauna Awards 2026, the British Sauna Society's annual recognition of excellence and innovation across the UK sauna scene.
Sponsor and Context
Key sponsor Finnmark Sauna (the UK's sole distributor for Finnish brands Narvi, Aito, Kota, Puumanni, Rento, and Jokipiin) anchors the exhibition. The Summit follows the UK Aufguss Championships at Galgorm in April, making June 1 the second major UK sauna industry event in six weeks.
