In 2000, Neil Walton and his family revived the ancient Irish tradition of seaweed bathing, reopening the historic Bathhouse in this beautiful coastal village. Together with his father and mentor, Mick Walton, Neil combined his passion for sports recovery, knowledge of aquaculture and respect for Ireland’s seaweed bathing traditions to bring this unique experience back to life.

Neil’s connection with seaweed therapy began while studying sport and competing in Australia, where he discovered the restorative benefits of natural seaweed baths through fellow athletes. Inspired by his own experience, he returned home to explore Ireland’s rich seaweed bathing heritage and revive this tradition in Strandhill.

Today, VOYA Seaweed Baths continues to share this unique Atlantic experience with visitors from around the world, offering a place to relax, reconnect and experience the natural benefits of the sea.

Inspired by the same hand-harvested Atlantic seaweed used in our baths, VOYA has also developed an award-winning range of certified organic skincare products and spa treatments, bringing the power of the ocean to people worldwide.