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Sweat Sauna

Carlisle, UK

Neighbourhood

Carlisle

Category

Saunas

Vibe

Gay Sauna, Men Only +4

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About Sweat Sauna

Sweat Sauna is Carlisle’s dedicated gay and bisexual men’s sauna and the only venue of its kind in Cumbria. Set inside the Atlas Works building, it keeps things straightforward with a dry sauna, steam room, communal hot tub, private cabins, video rooms and a dark room. The atmosphere is generally friendly and unhurried, making it approachable for first-time visitors as well as regulars. Weekend afternoons tend to feel more social, while quieter sessions suit anyone who prefers more space.

What to expect

A small, adults-only sauna with a low-pressure atmosphere, classic wet facilities and private cruise areas.

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Practical tips before you visit

The entrance is inside the Atlas Works complex; follow the venue’s directions rather than relying only on the street frontage.
Tuesday is the regular closed day.
The venue is strictly 18+ and may request ID.

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Location

Sweat Sauna

Atlas Works, Nelson Street, Carlisle CA2 5NB

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WhereIs.Gay rating

3.3

11 reviews

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Derek Hart
Derek Hart

in the last week

I’ve been there a number of times now and will go again very soon. Yes the guy on reception is quiet but if you talk to him he is just fine. I’ve always found it clean and tidy and easy to find your way around. I’ve been on various days and various times and have always found guys of all ages to engage with and have always gained full satisfaction in both ways.

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Jake Bailey
Jake Bailey

a year ago

Not a nice place to be. To start, there’s a large ashtray at the entrance so it absolutely stank or cigarettes both outside in the entry way and also inside the club. The staff member who lets you in doesn’t talk at all so it’s not very welcoming. Then once I got inside I wanted to leave straight away. The place is dirty and out dated. The floors felt very slimy, the spa jets barely worked and the whole atmosphere was off. The clientele were all of a certain age group (retirees). It was unfortunately the dankest men’s sauna I’ve ever been to and I have visited many all over the world. It was a complete waste of money… If you want to go somewhere decent - drive the extra way to the one at Glasgow.

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Callum Walker
Callum Walker

11 months ago

What a joke of a place. When I eventually found it I was greeted by an old bloke on the door what a miserable ... He was. The place was empty very very small enough only 4 cubicles cleaniness ok could do bit more but it wasn't disgraceful. The lockers I'm not joking you need to be in shorts and flipflops they were that small. Would I return again NEVER

Review from Google Maps

Visited Friday early afternoon and stayed about 3 hours. Guy on reception was not at all welcoming - barely spoke, and just walked away when he'd taken my money , so I had to follow him to ask where the changing rooms were. A lot of notices saying don't do this that or the other, but not so many giving helpful directions for a first timer in the absence of friendly staff to give a guided tour. Very quiet when I first arrived, and reached a max of about 8 guys - mostly pretty friendly and keen to connect, and nearly all of 'a certain age' - which perhaps explains why it closes so early (6pm), as not many clientele are working! Was actually bigger than I expected from reviews, and very clean and well presented. Steam room could have been hotter and steamier, and the jaccuzi lacked power to the jets, while the showers were a bit too hot for comfort. The overall temperature was a bit cool to be sat around naked! Parking was a bit of a conundrum as all the adjacent streets are 2hr disc parking, but eventually found unrestricted spaces about 5 mins walk away (Norfolk Street). Entrance is tucked away in a corner of the courtyard and takes a bit of finding. Overall a bit of a disappointing experience, and perhaps a tad overpriced for what was on offer. Would I go again? Possibly, if I was in the town already, but would certainly not make a special journey.

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Rishi Sethi
Rishi Sethi

2 years ago

Not too bad - the guy on reception was not very friendly (more on the quiet side) but it's ok. The place is kinda small but it means you don't have to go running around like a headless chicken looking for the talent. It is clean and seems well maintained. You need to go a little earlier in the day - I went on a Saturday around lunchtime and similarly on the Sunday and there was enough talent there after sifting through the old/unattractive. Really enjoy the married/bi guys. There was some action going on in the dark room. Would go back.

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Listing details

Last updated
12 September 2026
Listed in
Carlisle › United Kingdom
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