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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Haircut

Anonymous
24th Apr 2025
5.0

Fabulous haircut by Michelle, really pleased.⭐️

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Thank you

Janet Bush
24th Apr 2025
5.0
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As usual Michele has cut my hair beautifully

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Dermaplaning Facial

Chelsie Vincent
23rd Apr 2025
5.0
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I had a dermaplane facial today with Elsa & I’m genuinely blown away by the results. From the moment I walked in, the experience was professional, relaxing & luxurious. The treatment itself was gentle yet incredibly effective - my skin has never felt smoother or looked more radiant. Not only did it remove the peach fuzz & dead skin but it also left my face with this beautiful & healthy glow. Elsa was knowledgeable, explained every step & made me feel totally comfortable throughout.

Thankyou so much Elsa, see you again soon for a Full Body Massage👏🏼

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First time customer

Gem
20th Apr 2025
5.0

Maddison made sure to ask what exactly I wanted, what my hair journey has been and how she could best achieve the outcome I wanted making sure to explain every step. Due to previous bad experiences I was quite anxious but I was put at ease quickly and very happy with the outcome; I have also booked another appointment and happy to stay here with my hair journey

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Beauty treatments from Elsa

Megan
19th Apr 2025
5.0
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Had an eyebrow wax and tint then a facial today with Elsa, whole process was very relaxing and super happy with the results! Looking forward to returning for future treatments!

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Relaxing hot stone massage

Beverly Stopps
17th Apr 2025
5.0
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Thank you Elsa for an hour of delightful relaxation.
I’ve had massages before but this was my first hot stone massage and certainly won’t be my last.
You certainly are a talented practitioner.

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Lovely Elsa

Gillian Clark
16th Apr 2025
5.0

Throughly enjoyed my hour with Elsa. She did an amazing job on an old face! Also my eyebrows looked much better for her attention!

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Hair cut and style

Jane Crew
12th Apr 2025
5.0
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I feel I am always in safe hands with Hannah, she makes me feel welcome and my hair feels amazing after every visit to the salon.

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Great salon and stylist

Natasha Glanville
11th Apr 2025
5.0
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I had a great experience today with Madison, I was so pleased. She listened to me, and I was pleased with the overall results. I made sure I booked my next appointment with her before leaving.

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Elsa

Katie Hooley
10th Apr 2025
4.5
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Fantastic pedicure by Elsa in a beautiful and friendly salon

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I love my nails, 😍

Angela Wareham
10th Apr 2025
5.0
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I am thrilled with my nails by Elsa. It was my first visit to the Sanctuary and I can highly recommend it. A lovely atmosphere and surroundings

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BIAB with Elsa

Beth Willetts
9th Apr 2025
5.0
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Lovely nails and a lovely Lady! Definitely recommend

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Hollie norman
9th Apr 2025
5.0

Elsa was amazing really relaxing and great range of colours couldn’t recommend more

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High quality service

Magdalena Zielinska
8th Apr 2025
5.0
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Have been going to Little Sanctuary for few years now. First time have my hair done by Maddie and I am very pleased with her work. Considering her young age and length of practice, she provided an impecable service , she was able to „fix” my hair at very high standard. I highly recommend Maddie who should be proud of herself .The salon has a lovely vibe. Good coffee is a bonus too 😉

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Loved my lash lift!

Tamsyn
7th Apr 2025
5.0
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I had a lash lift by Elsa, I’m so so happy with it! I had never had one before but I’m really pleased with the results and will definitely be having one again! x

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Brilliant, again

Stephen Mahony
7th Apr 2025
5.0
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Warm welcome, great team, great haircut

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Biab

Marie Hardiman
5th Apr 2025
5.0
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First biab set with Elsa, couldn’t be more obsessed. She was amazing and the designs are perfect. Can’t wait for my next set!!

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A joy!!!

Sandra Fisher
4th Apr 2025
5.0
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Always a perfect cut from Lois a relaxing great experience every time!

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Massage

Beveraly Burt
1st Apr 2025
5.0
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What a wonderful massage from the very experienced Elsalouise, lovely lady with a great personality,definitely recommend Thankyou.

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Gill

Trudie Phillips
29th Mar 2025
5.0
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Great to have you back! You always do a fantastic cut....only you can cut my hair so well!!

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Fantastic

Trudie Phillips
28th Mar 2025
5.0
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So lovely to have Gill back, super haircut!! Fabulous place!!

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I’m coming again

Gabriele Kunze
25th Mar 2025
5.0

Loved it, I got a lovely haircut, feeling great xx

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Anonymous
25th Mar 2025
5.0

I am delighted by the cut, thank you so much

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Amazing Massage & Perfect Cut

Anonymous
22nd Mar 2025
5.0

Hannah was lovely and gave me a fab hair cut. Made to feel very relaxed and I definitely will be back.

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Lovely relaxing experience

Julie/Han's Mum Lloyd
21st Mar 2025
5.0
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As usual when visiting The Little Sanctuary, it was a very relaxing professional experience. Hannah is a fantastic hairdresser and always does a brilliant job.

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Amazing service.

Gemma Bannister
19th Mar 2025
5.0
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Olivia was great at communicating asking what restyle I wanted but also gave great advice to get the best out my hair. She also kindly took the time to section and cut my long hair for me to donate to the princess trust. It was a great service from start to finish.

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Sarah Card
19th Mar 2025
5.0
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Lovely experience, Olivia talked through what would suit my hair, a great haircut.

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Excellent

Kate Burfitt
15th Mar 2025
5.0

Amazing haircut by Roddy today, thank you x

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Superb cut

debbie worthington
11th Mar 2025
5.0
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My second visit to lovely Lee and a great cut again . A great cup of coffee too . I will definitely be returning….

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My hair experience

Jackie MayLeybourne
7th Mar 2025
5.0
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I am so very pleased at Little Sanctuary. So friendly and great service . Lee is so professional and great advice . Colour and cut amazing .

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Amazing

Georgina Jones
5th Mar 2025
5.0
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It was my 13 yr old daughter’s first salon experience! (Hair dresser in the family) and she absolutely loved it!
Worth every penny. Thank you.

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Great experience

Gabriella
4th Mar 2025
5.0
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Claire helped me with my questions about moving forward with new ideas for my hair. Very detailed & l was really happy with the results. Thank you.

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Emma Haswell
3rd Mar 2025
4.5
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First time visiting this lovely salon. Made me feel at ease. Had my hair done by a lovely lady called Lois. Couldn't fault her atall, brilliant job done. Very happy with the results. Big thankyou.

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Amazing service!

Dani
1st Mar 2025
5.0
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Everyone is very friendly and Roddy offered professional advice and a great service.

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Perfect manicure

Sarah Bott
28th Feb 2025
5.0
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Professional and polite, fabulous nails as always. Thank you!

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A real treat.

Sandra Fisher
27th Feb 2025
5.0
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I always enjoy my appointment with Lois she takes time to listen to me and works wonders for me.
A credit to the salon.

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Fabulous as always

Debbie Cruxton
27th Feb 2025
5.0
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Lily is amazing, always listens to what I want and makes great suggestions. My hair is in such good condition now

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Male hair cut

Donald Morris
26th Feb 2025
5.0
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I have recently been let down by my local hairdressers, and needed a hair cut.

Managing to get a last-minute appointment with Lois. Who I gave the freedom to do what she thought would be best with some small guidance form me.

The haircut is amazing now found a new hairdresser, cut looks brilliant, all staff that I met were very friendly.

Would recommend to a anyone.

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Curly cut

Polly Green
25th Feb 2025
5.0
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Went to the little sanctuary in Gillingham today where Lee cut my hair, he did an amazing curly cut, he's a very friendly guy and altho I was a bit nervous (new salon, new hairstylist)once there I felt so relaxed, I will definitely be returning, thanks so much Lee ✂️

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Great nails

Kim Welsh
21st Feb 2025
5.0
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As usual Sophie did a great job on my nails including salvaging one I had broken.

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Haircut

John Empson
21st Feb 2025
5.0
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Great haircut from Lee thanks so much

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Lovely experience! 🩷

Kelly Pester
15th Feb 2025
5.0
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I return to LS today after 2 years and I had a lovely experience with Lily! She understood what I wanted and done a lovely job! Thanks so much lily, I’ve even booked my next 4 appointments in advance with her ☺️

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My impression of the salon

Anne Cox
14th Feb 2025
5.0

The staff are always very friendly and helpful.
Coral is brilliant and has changed my hairstyle for the better. I love it.

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Excellent

Carol Lord
10th Feb 2025
4.5
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I found I was looked after so well and had a beautiful manicure.

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A real treat!

Anonymous
9th Feb 2025
5.0

Lovely salon, felt very homely and welcoming. Great coffee & cake and lots of chat. Long conversation regarding colours and hair length to ensure I was happy. Loved it! Thanks Liv 💚

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Restyle appointment

Shona Winter
8th Feb 2025
5.0
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Recently moved salons but not stylist. Lee is ideal for me as he understands the foibles of my hair and is honest re cut and colour. The Little Sanctuary is well located in Shaftesbury and is a friendly salon. There are stairs to the first floor area but I feel sure they would accommodate clients you had any issues.

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Excellent services as always

Alison Gates
7th Feb 2025
5.0
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I have had my gel Nalis done today with Sophie, a lovely Red shade, they look wonderful, l then had a hair cut and colour with Claire, a great cut and colour
The Little Sanctuary never disappoints

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Consultation on hair colour

Maryan Milanes
6th Feb 2025
5.0

Excellent advice. Very professional

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Marvelous Mads

Caroline Crittall
5th Feb 2025
5.0
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Had my roots refreshed and a fringe trim. As ever Mads is a delight and so talented. Thank you 😊

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Fabulous Sophie

Caroline Hedges
5th Feb 2025
5.0
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I had an Indian Head massage by Sophie yesterday and it was so relaxing. I would highly recommend taking some time out of your day and booking an appointment with Sophie you will not regret it. Thank you Sophie it was perfect

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