Strangeways Hair Salon

11 - 13 Elm Rd, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 1SW

About us

Welcome to Strangeways Hair Salon

We pride ourselves on creating not just beautiful hairstyles but unforgettable experiences. Our salon is designed to be a haven where you can relax, rejuvenate, and leave feeling your absolute best.

Feel the difference the moment you walk through our doors. You will enter into a welcoming salon with friendly atmosphere, where our team are dedicated to making you feel like a valued client. From the warm greetings at the reception to the genuine conversations with our stylists, we want you to feel at home during every visit.

You can entrust your hair to the hands of our skilled and passionate stylists. With a commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends and techniques, our team brings a wealth of experience and creativity to every appointment. Whether you're seeking a classic cut or a trendy transformation, our stylists have the expertise to turn your vision into reality.

At Strangeways, exceptional customer care is not just a promise; it's our philosophy. We prioritize your comfort, satisfaction, and overall well-being throughout your salon experience. From the initial consultation to the finishing touches, our team is attentive to your needs, ensuring that you leave not only looking fabulous but feeling truly cared for.

Your hair is as unique as you are, and we understand that one size does not fit all. Our stylists take the time to conduct personalised consultations, listening carefully to your desires, concerns, and lifestyle. This attention to detail ensures that each haircut, colour, or style is tailored specifically to enhance your individual beauty.

Discover the perfect blend of style, skill, and care at Strangeways. Book your appointment today and experience the magic of Strangeways.

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 20:00
Thursday 08:00 - 21:00
Friday 09:00 - 21:00
Saturday 08:00 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 16:00

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Strangeways is the best!

Mary Brien
1st Feb 2024
5.0
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Had an appointment with Hannah who did a fantastic job with my hair as always! The receptionist was so friendly & welcoming. I had a very relaxing head massage & thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Strangeways.Highly recommended!

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Response from Strangeways Hair Salon

Hi Mary. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. It's lovely to hear that you had a fantastic experience with Hannah. We are happy to hear that our receptionist made you feel welcome and the head massage helped you relax. We can't wait to have you back in our salon soon!

Nadine

Amanda Lydamore
1st Feb 2024
5.0
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Nadine has been doing my hair for years. I would not trust anyone else. Nadine knows my hair and what suits me. I always leave with amazing colour, cut and blowdry.

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Hi Amanda, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review! We truly appreciate your loyalty and trust in Nadine and our salon. We're so glad to hear that you always leave our salon with amazing results. Nadine is truly talented and we're lucky to have her on our team. We will make sure to pass along your kind words to her.

Jess you are amazing!!

Anna Hurst
30th Jan 2024
5.0
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Jess did such a nice job!! I love the color and cut!
Couldnt recommend her more❤️❤️❤️

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Hi Anna!

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We are thrilled to hear that Jess was able to give you a colour and cut that you love. We couldn't agree more - she is a fantastic stylist and we are lucky to have her on our team! Thank you for recommending her - we truly appreciate it. x

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Jamie
27th Jan 2024
4.5
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Great afternoon having my hair coloured , friendly salon and the stylist was so helpful, knowledgable and helpful

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Hi Jamie, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are so happy to hear that you had a great experience at our salon and that you were pleased with your hair colour. We always strive to provide helpful service to our clients, so we appreciate your kind words. We hope to see you again soon.

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Patricia Westoby
25th Jan 2024
5.0
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Sam took care of me and gave me a brilliant, cut and semipermanent colour.

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Thank you for you kind words Patricia. xx

Fabulous Nadine

Nic H
24th Jan 2024
5.0
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Another great colour job by Nadine. So relaxed, listens and makes the whole experience comfortable. Thankyou x

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Hi Nicole
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are thrilled that you had a great experience with Nadine. Your support means a lot to us.

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Mandy Macnaughton
19th Jan 2024
5.0
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I am always so delighted with the end result. The staff are always charming & attentive. I wouldn't go anywhere else

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Hi Mandy
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are so happy to hear that you are always delighted with the result. We are grateful for the opportunity to continue serving you and we look forward to your next visit. xx

Amazing results as always

Daniela Scott
17th Jan 2024
5.0
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Zoe is a lovely therapist and listens to what I wanted. The colour and condition of my hair is wonderful. Loving the cut too. Thank you Zoe!

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Hi Daniela,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review about your recent visit to our salon. We are delighted to hear that you had a pleasant experience with Zoe and that you are loving the results of your hair colour, condition, and cut. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back to our salon in the future. xx

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Mr Jefferson Hunt
15th Jan 2024
3.0
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First time at Strsngeway hair salon. I didn't realise that I had been booked in with a trainee hair stylist. Sadly what I left with wasn't what I asked for and I struggle to style it now. I would not have booked a cut with an inexperienced stylist.

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Hi, we appreciate your feedback and after speaking to you on the phone I would just like to confirm that the stylist was not a trainee and we'd be happy to provide styling tips or have your son back for a complimentary styling session to ensure you both leave satisfied. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we're committed to ensuring you have a positive experience with us.

Lovely hair by the even lovelier April!

Caroline Watkins
15th Jan 2024
5.0
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April is so professional and really listens and understands your needs. It’s always a treat to have my hair done and what’s more, April is really down to earth and easy to chat to, making my whole experience something to look forward to 😍

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Thank you so much Caroline. That's so lovely to hear your thoughts on April. We really appreciate your feedback. x

Excellent service as standard

Della Hughes
12th Jan 2024
5.0
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Always a pleasant experience, everyone is professional yet friendly. Always a good atmosphere and the team are all very friendly and happy.

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Thank you very much Della. :-) xx

Beautiful amazing experience with Jess

Hayley
12th Jan 2024
5.0

From the moment I walked in the door I felt welcomed by all the staff. Jess was very good at talking to me and finding out what I would like and then telling me what she thought would be best. I have been to many salons and all though the hair dressers seems like they are listening the end result clearly shows they were not. I was amazed by the end result it was exactly what I wanted and was looking for. From start to finish I was looked after with coffees and biscuits and watched all staff welcome anyone that came in and it was clear the salon had many regulars 100% recommend and 100% recommend Jess.

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What a lovely review to read. Thank you so much for taking the time to write this. We really appreciate it :-)

Amazing hair by Sam

Poppy Pringle
10th Jan 2024
5.0
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Exceptional work from Sam as always. The fringe is absolutely fabulous and the cut is perfect as always. Thank you Sam!

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Thank you so much for writing us a lovely review. xx

Pru is quality

Elizabeth Bailey
17th Dec 2023
4.5
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Excellent toning job thank you!

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Thank you Elizabeth :-) x

Amazing again!

Alicia Dupuy
16th Dec 2023
5.0
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Zoe did a smashing job as usual! Had a lovely few hours in the salon and am so happy with my colour and cut! Thankyou guys! Xx

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Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review Alicia. We really appreciate it. x

Best salon in the area

Sarah Brown
15th Dec 2023
5.0
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Best salon in the area . Experts in what they do , very friendly and accommodating . Highly recommend 😊

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Thank you so much for your kind words Sarah! :-)

5 years of Nadine

Laura H
14th Dec 2023
5.0
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Nadine is quite simply the best hair stylist I’ve ever had. I have thick curly hair which doesn’t tend to behave and I like to do crazy things with it (colour/cuts) and Nadine is able to work her magic in making me look amazing every time! I followed her from another salon and love her to pieces!! Thank you Nadine.

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Thanks for taking the time to leave your review Laura. It's great to have your feedback and hear your experiences from your visits at our salon. We will pass on your kind words to Nadine. xx

Sam Arnold

Jane Halls
11th Dec 2023
5.0
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Sam is wonderful. He’s always such fun to be with and does my hair beautiful every time - thank you Sam

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Thank you so much for your kind words about Sam! We are delighted to hear how much you enjoy your appointments with him.

Amazing

Amy Balman
8th Dec 2023
5.0
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First time with maya today absolutely in love she's brought my hair back to life!
Sky did an amazing job washing my hair made me feel comfortable and relaxed she also kept asking about temperature pressure etc
Lady on reception was incredibly welcoming and friendly sorry I didn't catch her name.
Was a lovely salon vibe lots of laughing and chatter ❤️

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Dear Amy,
Thank you so much for your review! We are thrilled to hear you're happy with your hair and that Maya & Sky made you feel comfortable and relaxed at our salon. We pride ourselves on making everyone feel comfortable at Strangeways. We look forward to seeing you again soon. xx

Nadine

Anonymous
7th Dec 2023
5.0

Love coming in to the salon..Nadine knows my hair so well and always gives me what I want

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Thank you! x

Super Cut every visit!

Ros Saunderson
7th Dec 2023
5.0
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I started using Strangways around a year ago and found Hannah. She always listens to what you want and gives great advice on keeping your hair healthy! She is a great find for me!

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Thank you so much for the lovely review Ros. We're so happy to hear Hannah was able to provide you with a great experience and that your hair is in excellent condition.
We thank you for your support and loyalty over the last year and we look forward to seeing you again soon. x

The best salon I’m town!

Maria Haiser
6th Dec 2023
5.0
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Amazing experience again and again! Thank you Rachel and all the team for making this an amazing experience! Looking forward to my next appointment!!

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Hi Maria,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed your experience and we look forward to seeing you soon. It's always great to receive positive feedback and your review goes a long way in helping us grow.

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Cathy Albertelli
6th Dec 2023
5.0
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Great haircut as always, everyone commented at work the next day to say lovely cut

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That's lovely to hear Cathy! Thank you x

Hair cut

Sue Bennett
5th Dec 2023
5.0

Lovely relaxing and a beautiful hair cut Hanna xx

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Thank you for your review Sue :-)

Perfect 👍

Kerry Ann
3rd Dec 2023
5.0

I haven’t been to a salon for years, and I was worried about how my hair would turn out, as I’ve not had great experiences before.

but I Had the best experience, with Franco and the team. She really listened to me and talked me though my colour step by step. I love what she has done and will definitely be coming back. Thank so much 💜

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Thanks so much Kerry. We are so glad to hear that you're happy and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. xx

Super happy

Madeleine Beasley
3rd Dec 2023
5.0

Amazing amazing amazing

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Brilliant

Isla Harris
1st Dec 2023
4.5
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Zoe cut my daughter hair so lovely.

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Thank you for your review :-)

Confidence boost

Heather Saville
30th Nov 2023
5.0
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From start to finish my visit was lovely. Everyone was polite and welcoming.
April was brilliant. She talked me through what she was doing checking with me at every step. I felt really happy about my hair when I left.

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Oh that's so great to hear and we are glad you're happy. See you again soon x

Amazing!

Louis Faiers
29th Nov 2023
5.0
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The perfect place to go! Started off by being offered a drink and hanging my coat up followed up by Joe working his magic again!!! 10/10 service and 10/10 stying all for the most reasonable price in Leigh

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Thanks so much Louis. So lovely to hear.

Simply the best

Phoebe Sleigh-Johnson
25th Nov 2023
5.0
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Sam makes the haircut experience the best it could possibly be. The warm welcome, the great chat and the AWESOME haircuts. The salon is so fun to be in too!

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Thanks so much Phoebe. We really appreciate it! xx

First class service

Lei North
25th Nov 2023
5.0
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New client review. A super friendly salon. Everyone is so welcoming and lovely. I had my first visit of many. The lovely Zoë did an amazing full head of balayage, toner and a cut&finish. I feel like a million dollars… what more can I ask for. ;) 5 stars all around and highly recommend.

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What a lovely review to read. Thank you so much and thank you for taking the time to write us one. x

Pru

Tina Gorden
22nd Nov 2023
5.0
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Fab hair as always

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Thanks Tina :-)

Pampered

Ava Houlder-Greenway
22nd Nov 2023
5.0
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My Daughter, Ava, loves her haircuts with Rachel! She feels completely pampered having a hair wash and and head massage and leaving with stunning hair! X

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Thank you. Everyone loves a little pamper no matter the age :-)

Happy Little Boy

Hugo
22nd Nov 2023
5.0

My Son, Hugo, absolutely loves coming for his haircut with Sam.

Hugo has long hair and he is always made to feel special and leaves with so much confidence!

Thank you x

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Awww thank you! That is so lovely to hear xx

So happy

Julie Tennens
17th Nov 2023
5.0
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Zoe is amazing and no matter how many times she does my hair I am always so very happy with it. Couldn’t recommend her enough

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Thank you so much for your lovely review Julie. x

Never disappointed!

Linda Higgins
17th Nov 2023
5.0
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Always happy with the cut and colour by Pru… I always leave with a smile. Thank you.

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Thank you very much Linda x

Haircut with April

Angie Higgins
16th Nov 2023
5.0
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A great cut as always very pleased!

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Thank you! :-)

April

Nicky Penton
15th Nov 2023
5.0
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I had another great experience at Strangeways last night. All the staff are friendly and April did a great job as usual.Thank you April xxx

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Thank you very much for your lovely review Nicky.

Excellent as Ever!

Patsy Ryan
11th Nov 2023
5.0
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Best service. Best staff. Best salon. Ever.

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Thanks so much Patsy! :-)

Thank You

Diane Langridge
10th Nov 2023
5.0
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As always, a brilliant experience. So pleased with my hair cut. I can always trust Martyn to give me an excellent cut that suits me. I’d never go anywhere else.

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Thank you very much Diane. We really appreciate it. x

Found My Colour At Last!

Patricia Westoby
8th Nov 2023
5.0
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Sam indulged me all year, chopping and changing my Hair colour! Finally settled on a colour I have had 2 months running. Sam worked his magic again! Very Hsppy. 😊

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Aw thank you so much Patricia. We really appreciate you taking the time to write us a review. x

Fabulous Salon

Mary B
7th Nov 2023
5.0
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Hannah does a fabulous job with my hair every time.The staff are so friendly & welcoming.I always look forward to my trip to Strangeways.Thank you everyone!

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Thank you so much for your lovely review Mary x

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Anonymous
7th Nov 2023
4.5

Rachel did a beautiful job on my hair colour. Thank you

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Thank you x

Half head highlights n plaits

Myra Hill
4th Nov 2023
5.0
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Frankie, who’s been making my hair look spectacular for 5 years now, did my highlights today. She’s so very good at what she does I don’t need to worry as she confirms the colour details and gets on with it. The salon is always a joy to be in as the staff are helpful, attentive and fun to be around. Thank you Strangeways 🤩🙏🏻

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What a lovely review! Thank you so much Myra :-)

Top notch

Karen Sheldon
2nd Nov 2023
5.0
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Always a pleasure to come to this hair salon. Always greeted with a smile and a coffee. Would recommend to all to come here

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Thank you so much Karen :-)

Cut and colour

Lisa Johnston
2nd Nov 2023
5.0
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First time and fantastic! Zoe has done an amazing job on my hair

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Thank you for taking the time to write your review Lisa. We look forward to seeing you again soon. x

Hair By Sam

Tina Outten
1st Nov 2023
5.0
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As always, great experience at the salon with fabulous staff & hair cut to perfection. Many thanks to Sam xx

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Thank you for your kind review Tina :-) xxx

Cut/colour/blow-dry with Nadine

Tracy Harrison-Smith
28th Oct 2023
5.0
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As always I left stranfeways having had a great visit. My hair looks fantastic, we tweaked the colour which I absolutely love Nadine is so talented and does an amazing blow-dry. Suffice to say its worth driving from Lincolnshire every 6 weeks. X

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Thank you so much Tracy. Our salon wouldn't be the same without a loyal clients like you. xxx

No longer a stranger to Strangeways !

Anne Marie Carrie
28th Oct 2023
5.0
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I have been away for the last few years and was a bit apprehensive about returning - scared things might have changed too much . But it was an absolutely fantastic experience! Great discussion about my hair , gorgeous service and the results were more than I could have expected !

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Aw it was so lovely to see you again Anne Marie. We hope to see you again soon. x

Very happy

Julie Tennens
27th Oct 2023
5.0
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Zoe is amazing and has truly transformed my hair. She’s always so welcoming, gives the best head massages and I always walk away feeling great. Thank you Zoe

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Thank you so much Julie. We really appreciate your feedback xx