Escape the everyday at The Nest Glamping in South Lincolnshire who is redefining the British staycation with its new wellness offering: where luxe-meets-rustic, this new lakeside sauna experience pairs wild swimming/cold plunges, in the pristine private lake, with a new wood fired sauna.

What’s On Offer?

  • New Lakeside Sauna (2025): A wood-fired, scenic retreat on the water’s edge. Guests can book an exclusive hour-long sauna session (for up to four people, £50/hour) with panoramic lake views, a wellness moment not to be missed
  • Wild Swimming in the Lake: Brave plunges into cool, refreshing waters are encouraged. Life jackets are provided.
  • Summer Staycation Set-Up: Three safari-style lodges, Pinkfoot, Cuckoo, and Teal, sleep up to six guests each in luxurious comfort – perfect for groups of friends, families or couples. Enjoy king-size beds, White Company linens, wood-burners, freestanding baths, and lakeside decks provide the perfect barefoot luxury!

Days here are slow and sensory, think forest bathing, outdoor feasts cooked over fire, starry film nights, paddle boarding at golden hour, and spa treatments that bring the inside out. Each lodge features king-sized beds, White Company linens, freestanding bathtubs and wood burners, all with views that demand a morning coffee on the deck.

More Than a Stay

Enhance your outdoor escape with:

  • Wood-fired hot tubs under the stars (£200/stay)
  • Outdoor film nights + fire pits (£75 per evening)
  • Pizza-oven cook-ups, private catering, and paddle-boarding (£40 per board)
  • Spa treatments on-site: massages, facials, yoga, and forest bathing for deeper wellness immersion

From £780 for 4 nights based on 6 guests off-peak. To book visit  www.thenestglamping.co.uk/book-your-stay

By Penny McCarthy

Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.