I watched grown men tremble at new attraction that isn't for the weak

Asking an Irish person to step into 80C heat is like asking them to dive into the fiery pits of hell. A new attraction that floats concealed in the shadow of Princes Dock footbridge asked me for all that and more.

My interest in stripping off in the city centre to embrace extreme temperatures and freezing lows is non-existent. Not in a million years would the thought cross my mind. But I did just that - and some of my fellow guests were even braver than me.

WYLD Sauna, the UK's first floating sauna, has moored permanently on Liverpool's waterfront. A charming black wooden pontoon contains a 30-person sauna, complete with two tin ice baths, two barrel ice baths, and two cold waterfall showers.

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There are four heated outdoor showers with salt rub, outdoor seating, changing rooms equipped with hairdryers, lockers, changing mirrors, and swimsuit dryers. WYLD Sauna occupies a relatively small space but leaves a huge impression.

The sauna feels otherworldly, surrounded by the darkness of night, with the city's skyline offering atmospheric lighing. The attraction is distanced just enough from the hustle of the city that it can be appreciated as a genuine "getaway."

I'm not drawn to extreme temperatures, but WYLD Sauna piqued my interest - to enjoy the aesthetics alone is worth the visit. So, with a towel and flip-flops in hand, I booked myself a slot. And although I'm not normally a fan of saunas in general, I can't wait to return to this one.

The sauna may initially appear to be snug, but there's plenty of space to relax. You can move around the multi-level seating area and perch yourself where you prefer - higher if you enjoy sweltering heat or on the ground if you - like me - can't hack it. I was ecstatic to learn that despite the room reaching 80C during my visit, it was manageable.

Herbal essence-infused steam fills the room when water is doused onto the rocks. Oak whisk branches can be used to quickly regulate your body temperature after they've been dipped in cool water and splashed across your head and shoulders.

You can also step back into the changing rooms, or even take a quick breather outside if you need a break from the heat. And there is also the perfect opportunity to flip the experience on its head with a bracing ice bath. I was more excited to enter the sauna than the baths, but after some peer pressure, I hopped in.

The idiom "mind over matter" comes to mind. After the initial shock, I rather enjoyed the cooldown! There are four different temperatures to deal with - I chose the warmest - but nevertheless, I still tackled it head-on.

After enjoying the outdoors, I stepped back inside the sauna. This rotation of boiling highs and freezing lows occupied the remainder of my evening and it was fantastic. A real jolt to the mind and the body. Visitors are also invited to dive head first into the surrounding Prince's Dock waters, but that's where I drew the line. Maybe in the warmer months.

However, that didn't stop a large handful of men from doing so. Yes, they were trembling as they climbed back up the ladder, but it was all a thrilling part of the experience.

I'd love to return with friends to hopefully catch snow falling over the area. I'd also love to call back during the height of summer for a totally different experience. WYLD Sauna accomplishes what it sets out to do and even turned me, someone vehemently against extreme conditions, into a fan. I felt truly revitalised after my visit.