The Little Sanctuary

The Stores, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4QJ

About us

A unisex hair salon based in Gillingham Dorset.

Gillian and her creative team welcome you to enjoy this relaxed experience.

Let nature care for your hair.

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Opening hours

Monday 10:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 09:30 - 17:30
Wednesday 09:30 - 17:30
Thursday 09:30 - 20:00
Friday 09:30 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday Closed

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Hair change

Kate Willetts
31st Jan 2024
Team Member: Jemma
5.0
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Jemma is always so fantastic and always so sweet. She really knows how her clients like their hair. Always gives the right advice

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Another lovely visit to The Little Sanctuary

Katrina Hull
26th Jan 2024
Team Member: Jemma
5.0
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Thank you Jemma for another great colour and cut appointment.
You always make my visits to the salon such a pleasant experience , as do the whole team of lovely stylists .
Such a friendly, calm and caring ambience created by you all , which you achieve time after time . My regular visits to The Little Sanctuary are always a treat. Thank you !🥰xx

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Amazing 5* Service from Lily!

Hayley Down
22nd Jan 2024
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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Lily coloured, cut and styled my hair today. She totally understood what I wanted and my hair now looks amazing! Beautiful salon, lovely atmosphere 5* service!

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Haircut

Laura Woods
20th Jan 2024
Team Member: Jemma
5.0
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My hair was in desperate need of a cut and style! Jemma did an amazing job and I am so happy with the result. Thank you so much ☺️

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Fabulous nails

Morgan Widgington
20th Jan 2024
Team Member: Sophie
5.0
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This was my third BIAB nail appointment, as always Sophie did a fabulous job on my nails! Everyone was super friendly, I got exactly what I was after and was looked after brilliantly! Can’t wait for my next appointment

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Excellent

Carolyn Lloyd
16th Jan 2024
Team Member: Sophie
4.5
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Amazing manicure, so thorough

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Lovely experience

Sarah Wicks
12th Jan 2024
Team Member: Michelle
5.0
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The salon was really welcoming and Michelle was very sensitive to my needs with thinning hair. She did a great job restyling my hair and I’ve already had lots of compliments. I look forward to coming back in March.

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New colour

Anonymous
10th Jan 2024
5.0

Lilly continues to be the best hairstylist I’ve ever had and I’m 74!
Today she re-coloured my hair after discussing with me the options now my hair is going greyer. Her advice was spot-on and I now have a lovely colour blend and trim. Thank you for taking such care, Lilly.

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Bridal make up trial

Kelly Sams
9th Jan 2024
Team Member: Kitty
5.0
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Kitty, was very helpful in helping me with my make up for my wedding as I have no idea ! I don't wear make up at all , so I trusted kitty with all of her choices & I looked & felt beautiful. So thank you kitty.

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Beautiful colour and cut with Lily

Naomi Godfrey
8th Jan 2024
Team Member: Lilly
5.0

Lily is wonderful. She gave me a full transformation and I couldn’t be happier. I trust her entirely with my hair and she always makes me feel so comfortable. She is so skilled in what she does and I always look forward to coming to the salon to see what she does with my hair next.

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BIAB Nails

Laura Yeomans
6th Jan 2024
Team Member: Sophie
5.0
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The best nails, every time. Sophie is so talented and the calmest person. Each nail day feels like a real treat!

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The Sanctuary

Cheryl Ricketts
6th Jan 2024
Team Member: Claire
5.0
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Claire never fails to do my hair perfectly and just the way I like it. I can always trust her to do what suits my look. She is always professional and very friendly. A good ambassador for the salon. Thankyou very much .

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Always a fabulous experience

Julie Judd
6th Jan 2024
Team Member: Sophie
5.0
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Sophie is always delightful and incredibly professional. Nails always gorgeous and happy with end result. The entire team are wonderful and every visit I am treated with respect and care.

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Colour and cut

Lucy Jones
4th Jan 2024
Team Member: Beth
5.0
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I was very impressed with how welcoming Beth was and how well she coloured and cut my hair. I will definitely be returning! X

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So happy with my cut and colour!

Rebecca Fitton
3rd Jan 2024
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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Lilly did such an amazing job, I am so happy with my hair! She completely transformed the colour and cut it so well. Can’t wait to rebook again.

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Lovely second visit with Lily ❤️

Kathy Pym
3rd Jan 2024
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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It was my second cut with Lily and it was another lovely experience. She is so knowledgeable and easy to talk to.
Can’t wait for my colour refresh next time ❤️

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Super Blonde Highlights ✨

Maddy Armstrong
26th Dec 2023
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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Lilly is the only girl I will trust to do my hair exactly how I like it. Her skills and ability to understand my requests and perform the service are faultless. Always worth travelling back from Uni for my appointments with her. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Amazing

Anonymous
24th Dec 2023
5.0

Brilliant team lily is amazing

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Christmas nails

Denise Brockten
22nd Dec 2023
Team Member: Kitty
4.5
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Always a delightful visit to the Little Sanctuary, love my nails done by Kitty
Super bunch of girls
A Very Happy Christmas to you all

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Wonderful as always

Victoria Underdown
20th Dec 2023
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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As always such a wonderful experience. Fabulous cut and made to feel very relaxed
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Just perfect!

Jodie
18th Dec 2023
5.0
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My toner/ hair wash and blast dry was efficient and just what I asked for :) All the staff are so friendly and I always feel welcome. Despite even a short visit today I was offered a hot drink and biscuit, which I LOVE x

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Mrs

Anonymous
18th Dec 2023
Team Member: Sophie
5.0

Brilliant, I love her anyway 🤣

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Annette Williams
15th Dec 2023
Team Member: Michelle
5.0
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Just the best as service as standards as always.i can now feel human again.Thankyou.

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Root refresh with Lily

Caroline Crittall
13th Dec 2023
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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Great root colour, blow dry and festive tinsel appointment with Lily. Lily has been doing my root touch up since she was training and it’s a pleasure to see her flourish into the confident stylist she is. Thank you and she makes a mean hot chocolate

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Tinsel!

Ellie Portnell
12th Dec 2023
Team Member: Chloe
5.0
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Chloe was so lovely and I absolutely love my hair tinsel. A real asset to the team, I adore my hair! Thank you so much <3

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Simply the best

Helen Kunze
9th Dec 2023
Team Member: Claire
5.0
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She never fails to make me feel fabulous - her colour magic is unbeatable and she goes above and beyond to make you feel and look great

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My monthly treat

Maria Foot
8th Dec 2023
Team Member: Sophie
5.0
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My monthly treat having my nails done. Since I've started having my nails done with Sophie they've got longer and stronger. I have very dry hands so it's a real treat. Sophie is very talented and lovely.

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Always leave happy

Laura Stimpson
5th Dec 2023
Team Member: Katie
5.0
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I love getting my hair done with Katie! Trust her to do what ever she thinks will look good (including a huge chop) there are closer places for me to go but I will only come here!
They also accommodate my hectic schedule which is often a life saver. So welcoming too, I love it

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Fabulous nails ✨

Pamela
4th Dec 2023
Team Member: Sophie
5.0
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I’m in love with my glittery nails, thank you Sophie. Everyone in the salon is super friendly, the salon is gorgeous and I absolutely adore coming in.

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First visit

Zoe James
2nd Dec 2023
Team Member: Beth
5.0
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Really pleased with the cut, the atmosphere in the salon was really nice as well.

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Biab

Caroline Crittall
1st Dec 2023
Team Member: Sophie
5.0
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Amazing Christmas nails . Sophie is super talented and always goes above and beyond to ensure you are satisfied with the result. Thank you

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So pleased

Katie L
29th Nov 2023
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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So pleased with my cut and
highlights from Lily. She was so knowledgeable about what colours to use and did a brilliant job.First time to the salon and what a lovely experience. I will definitely be back. Thank you Lily,

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Wonderful as always

Victoria Underdown
28th Nov 2023
Team Member: Kitty
5.0
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I always come away from the salon so happy, my nails look amazing and it’s always such a relaxing appointment

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Curly hair 😍

Wendy Hill
28th Nov 2023
Team Member: Roderick
5.0
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I have always avoided the hairdressers as I have had a few bad experiences...but this visit has definitely changed my mind I absolutely love my new style thank you for your patience ☺ xx

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Such a good experience

Carolyn Lloyd
25th Nov 2023
Team Member: Sophie
5.0
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Beautiful therapist, does a first class nail procedure

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Fantastic colour & cut

Nikki Hopkins
24th Nov 2023
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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I had a fantastic colour and cut with Lily today. Such a relaxing afternoon and my hair looks great now! Highly recommend!

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Fabulous Jemma

Sophie Riddick
21st Nov 2023
Team Member: Jemma
5.0
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Jem always does such a fab job of my hair. She knows exactly what I like and gets it right every time! I would never go anywhere else, thank you Jem x

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Excellent customer.er service

Val Francis-Jones
17th Nov 2023
Team Member: Michelle
5.0
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Lovely experience.Did exactly what I asked for.Very attentive

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Another excellent visit

Val Hytch
17th Nov 2023
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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A really lovely salon, really friendly and welcoming. Would recommend this to anyone.

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Excellent

Hilary James
17th Nov 2023
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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As always, my hair treatment was delivered with calm and totally professional skills.

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Amazing Colour Change Up

Hayley Down
16th Nov 2023
Team Member: Lilly
5.0
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After being blonde for forever, Lily gave me a total colour transformation for the winter…..I love it! The darker roots and contrast running through my hair looks amazing! I have had so many compliments! 5* Lily!

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Lovely experience as always

Sue Mulholland
15th Nov 2023
Team Member: Claire
5.0
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Absolutely love having my hair cut with Claire ❤️ she knows exactly how I like my hair, great to have a chat in such a warm and inviting Saloon, it's almost like you forget you are having your hair cut and just out for a coffee with your best friend🤗

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Another fantastic visit!

Anna
14th Nov 2023
Team Member: Beth
5.0
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Beth always listens and delivers! Another fabulous hair colour and cut in a gorgeous salon with the most friendly and warm staff. Loving how festive it’s all looking and I got to see my favourite- Pinocchio that only comes out a few times a year. Thanks all

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First appointment

Stella Garlic
9th Nov 2023
Team Member: Beth
5.0
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Thank you Beth and kitty so much, I am really pleased with my hair and brows x

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Fabulous services

Shirley Bland
8th Nov 2023
Team Member: Sophie
5.0
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Always the best experience with Sophie, so lucky to have her help me look ready to face the world😊

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Biab manicure

Caroline Crittall
8th Nov 2023
Team Member: Sophie
5.0
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Removal and replacement of biab manicure. As ever Sophie was a delight and was patient whilst I decided on a colour! I may have changed my mind once or twice! Love spending time in the salon and with Sophie doing my treatment always know I’m in safe hands! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Lovely as ever

Phoebe
4th Nov 2023
Team Member: Beth
5.0
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Always a lovely experience visiting the salon! Beth was so helpful when I was on the fence whether to go for a big change or not. I love the cut I've gone for and Beth took her time making it just right. Will be returning before the end of the month for some colour!

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Super happy

Gemma Cooper
4th Nov 2023
Team Member: Sophie
5.0
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I was lucky enough to have Sophie do Biab nails and HD brows for me today. Absolutely amazing results, always a lovely welcoming atmosphere. Thank you!

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Lovely experience

Ellie Till
4th Nov 2023
Team Member: Jemma
5.0

Love haircut day! Always such a welcoming, relaxing experience. Never walk away disappointed with my cut and blow dry. I look forward to my next appointment each time

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Wonderful as always

Victoria Underdown
2nd Nov 2023
Team Member: Beth
5.0
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I went a lot shorter and Beth was great, had some fab ideas, made me feel reassured and it looked really good. So pleased

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