About Us

Social wellness, built for repeat visits

We're creating a community-first wellness space in Bristol built around contrast therapy: sauna heat, ice-cold plunges, and the calm that comes after. Expect great music, friendly faces, and sessions that feel energising, grounding, and genuinely social.

Our Mission

Heat, cold, music, and community

HOTBOX Social exists to help people feel better, physically and mentally, by bringing together heat, cold, music, and community in one welcoming space.

We're building Bristol's most social sauna experience: a Finnish-style sauna and ice plunge environment designed for connection, recovery, and a proper reset.

Founder Quotes

The thinking behind the space

“We're building a space where wellness isn't a chore or a quiet retreat - it's a social event. I'm focused on making contrast therapy welcoming for everyone, from first-timers to daily plungers. For me, HOTBOX Social is that perfect middle ground: a place to reset your body, clear your mind, and actually enjoy the process with the people around you.”

Trafford, Co-Founder

“We believe wellness should feel accessible, not overwhelming. It starts with showing up, engaging in the session, building connections across our classes, and making it a consistent part of your lifestyle. Heat, cold, and community - that's the essence.”

Sam, Co-Founder