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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Teresa Morton
18th Dec 2019
5.0
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Absolutely love my visits to Strangeways, such a lovely friendly atmosphere. The only place where I’ve ever been I got the exact cut & colour I want every single time, highly recommend this salon you won’t leave disappointed

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Lovely atmosphere

Annette Lesley
14th Dec 2019
5.0
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First time I’ve been here, brilliant atmosphere and April, the stylist was really informative and gave me a lovely haircut. Really enjoyed the experience and will definitely go back

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What a restyle

Danika Kleynhans
14th Dec 2019
5.0
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Thank you Sam - from long to short and looks so stylish

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Xmas hair

Isabella
14th Dec 2019
5.0

Love it

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Re style

Ruby
13th Dec 2019
5.0

Hannah you’ve done a great job and my daughter Ruby is so please with her new hair cut. Thank you.

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Excellent

Jamie Denison
13th Dec 2019
5.0
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Really pleased with my hair today love my colour by April

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Amazing as always

Daniela Scott
13th Dec 2019
5.0
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I've been going to Strangeways for years and they never disappoint. Great service!

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Another great visit!

Anne Brown
10th Dec 2019
5.0
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It’s always a good day at Strangeways. I was in for my regular 6 week visit with Martyn and came away with a fresh look and feeling fabulous.
The atmosphere is friendly and fun, but the fab team is deadly serious about delivering a great service. Why go anywhere else?!

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Hair by Rachel

Chelsea Short
10th Dec 2019
5.0
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I had Beautiful cut & colour by Rachel today. Absolutely love it as always. Thank you.

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The nuttiest salon in leigh

Marrilyn Jeffs
28th Nov 2019
5.0
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Just love this salon, because they are all MAD, great atmosphere, great staff, and most of all they are all great at their work, love you all ?

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Sam Arnold

Jane Halls
24th Nov 2019
5.0
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I had my hair done yesterday with Sam Arnold at Strangeways. I always enjoy having my hair done with Sam. He always listens too exactly what I would like done, but also gives me good advice and ideas for my hair. I had half a head of highlights and I absolutely love the blonde shade that he's done. Thank you so much for my lovely hair Sam and thanks Strangeways for always being so friendly when I visit ??

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Lovely creamy / ash blonde ??‍♀️

Louise Reed
23rd Nov 2019
5.0
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Pru made my hair lighter blonde with all over hilites . To brighten me up now that Winter has arrived . A smidge off the ends haircut as I’m still growing it longer. A blow dry and straighten and lots of Fudge hairshine spray . I always enjoy my visits to the salon . A warm welcome from everyone xx thanks Louise ??‍♀️

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Perfect extensions

Susan Bellam
18th Nov 2019
5.0
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Nadine is a wonder. She’s been my hairdresser for years and my hair always looks fab, but my favourite is when she uses great lengths extensions to make my hair look incredible. They’re so natural and last 6 months with no hassle! Thanks Nadine, as always xxx

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Perfect

Sharon Thorne
15th Nov 2019
5.0
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Sam my hair technician is always pleasant. He looks after me as a customer very very well. My hair has been perfect fir the past 3 yrs since I have been going to this salon . Staff are all professionally train . Sam
Is the best . Thank you for my perfect colour and style.

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Simply perfect

Rebecca Mansfield
13th Nov 2019
5.0
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After not visiting a hairdresser for 3 years due to severe anxiety, I bit the bullet and booked in with Sam for a restyle. The experience was simply perfect! I walked in feeling terrified but left feeling amazing, so for today at least, I have pushed those anxieties aside and can hold my head up a bit higher!

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Great hair as always

Loraine Winter
11th Nov 2019
5.0
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Lovely colour and cut by Pru, always listens to what you want.

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Haircut

Mark Barham
9th Nov 2019
5.0
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1st class service as always from the moment you walk in the door to the moment you leave

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Fantastic!!

Henry Hewett-dowson
7th Nov 2019
5.0
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My 17yr old was very anxious about getting the chop !.
Martyn could not have handled my son better.
Got exactly what he wanted and looks lovely...
Thank you for a great cut and experience xx

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Colour and cut with Nadine

Jo Oxlade
7th Nov 2019
5.0
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Always enjoy my visits to Strangeways and time with Nadine - another fab cut and slight change to my colour - loving the darker tone! Thanks Nadine xxx

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Great as usual

Anonymous
6th Nov 2019
5.0

Love it

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Fabulous place

Teresa Valente
31st Oct 2019
5.0
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Hannah is utterly wonderful pushing my hair colour boundaries which I need, the whole environment is cool which is brilliant for me as I’m not but can aspire to under Hannah s guidance.

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Enjoyable

Eloise Gibbons
26th Oct 2019
4.5
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Very friendly, engaging. Gorgeous haircut and love the colour

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Sam is great

Daniel Powell
25th Oct 2019
5.0
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Another great experience at Strangeways!

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Best hairdressers in the whole of the Southend area.

Deb Pacey
25th Oct 2019
5.0
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This is a great salon with a good feel, good service and, most importantly of all, good hair cutting. Thanks guys.

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Diane Langridge
24th Oct 2019
5.0
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Fantastic hair cut as always, wouldn’t go anywhere else. Martyn makes the whole experience enjoyable and my head massage from Joe was the best ever today. My hair is not easy to style, but Martyn makes it so easy for me. Thank you.

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Professional and Friendly

Anonymous
19th Oct 2019
5.0

Go to the salon every week for a blow dry. Not local to me but worth the 30 minute drive. 10 out of 10

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Love it

April Humphreys
18th Oct 2019
5.0
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Rachel always does such a great job and the rest of the staff are so friendly

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Cut & Highlights with Nadine

Charlotte FItch
11th Oct 2019
5.0
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Nadine as always did a brilliant cut and highlights today. Made suggestions on both cut & colours and as always I was delighted with the results

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Fringe trim

Dawn Gentry
10th Oct 2019
5.0
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Great as always?

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Amazing as always

Jasmin King
9th Oct 2019
5.0
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I’ve been going to strangeways for years, Rachel is a delight and always makes my hair feel and look fabulous! The salon has a great atmosphere and it’s always a pleasure!

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Cut n highlites Nadine

Sharon Morris
8th Oct 2019
5.0

Well what can I say beautiful people professional. made me feel at ease which isn't easy as I've been sucked in many times and received not what I wanted. but Nadine put me at ease listened and the results were amazing I love it this is my go to now ty everyone at strangeways for making me feel so comfortable

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Cut n highlites

Sharon
8th Oct 2019
5.0

Well what can I say beautiful people professional. made me feel at ease which isn't easy as I've been sucked in many times and received not what I wanted. but Nadine put me at ease listened and the results were amazing I love it this is my go to now ty everyone at strangeways for making me feel so comfortable

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Colour & Blowdry

Tracey Harrison-Smith
6th Oct 2019
5.0
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As always, great experience, very welcoming. Nadine has been colouring, cutting and blow drying my hair for the last 16 years. She always consults giving new ideas, suggestions and does the best blow dry ever. Always lasts me 4 days. Recommend booking in advance, very busy lady.

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Hair up by Danielle

Anonymous
5th Oct 2019
5.0

Danielle did an amazing job with my hair. I had no idea what I wanted so she helped me come up with the idea and it looks perfect! I am so happy with the result and can’t wait to go out with it

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New client

Hannah O'Connor
4th Oct 2019
4.5
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Very comfortable environment
Understanding and excellent stylist
Extremely happy with the results

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Fabulous as Always

Jeanette Ward
1st Oct 2019
5.0
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I had a new colour change as Nadine recommended it to me. She always suggests new styles and colour options which is great as I find it extremely helpful. As always, I enjoyed my hair appointment as it’s like meeting up with an old friend but obviously she is very professional as well.

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Super duper!!

Natalie Evans,
27th Sep 2019
5.0
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Hair done by Sam. Was feeling a bit low and left there feeling fabulous and happy, Super Sam!!!

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Lulu Style by Martin

Julie Leggett
27th Sep 2019
5.0
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Fantastically pleased. Martin is a wizard with his expertise! Thank you - absolutely fab!!

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Haircut with Sam

Silvia Facchini
27th Sep 2019
5.0
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It has been my first time in the salon and my appointment was with Sam. Since the beginning he has been caring and enthusiastic to help me to find my right cut and colour with a free consultation. he did a skin test on me (and no all the hairdresser do that, it s a sign of being professional). He gave me some advice about cut and how to take care of it. He took all the time my hair cut needed, with no rush. my result is amazing, I am really happy and I ll be back in a week for the colour. They are all lovely, from the receptionist to the boss. They offered me a coffee and Sam gave me a head massage that was amazing. Definitely worth it. and Sam is absolutely professional and lovely. bravo Sam!

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Amazing as always

Amanda Smart
24th Sep 2019
5.0
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Hannah is so versatile and always makes me feel fab after my hair cut!

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It’s been a while!

Sam Quilter
22nd Sep 2019
5.0
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Great experience. I have not seen Nadine for 10 months, as I wanted to grow my hair out. Very well looked after, and I was asked at each stage how I wanted to proceed with the cut, highlights and toner. Thank you, great result!

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Best toddler hair cut (and blow dry)!

Ida Evans
21st Sep 2019
4.5
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My daughter doesn't even like me brushing her hair but her hair looked like an old ladies and I desperately wanted it to have a style. Sam gave Ida the cutest little Bob. He made her feel at ease and she even let him blow dry it! She sat on my lap as initially she didn't feel at ease but soon enough she was loving it! I'm chuffed with the result and really pleased I went to Strangeways for this.

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Best Hair Stylist

Charlotte FItch
20th Sep 2019
5.0
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Nadine at Strangeways styled my hair this morning for a wedding. I left feeling great as I have such fine hair and Nadine worked her magic. I have to recommend her for her sound and honest advice and would not go to anyone else

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Art at its best

Sandra Spenceley
17th Sep 2019
5.0
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Sam is great. Everyone is great. Great that you can book online! Reception and staff very friendly. Sam works in the moment, if between cuts he sees a different approach to take, he will say so, and that in itself is commendable. He's an artist, I walk in with a hair do that's long overdue a cut, and walk out like a modern day princess, ready to take on the world! I'll be back for colour Sam, be ready! Sandra x

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Amazing experience !!! 5 star ?

Mel Baker
14th Sep 2019
5.0

I always have my hair cut and coloured by Nadine ..I travel from colchester as Nadine has a complete understanding of to deal with my really thick hair !
She is absolutely lovely .. attentive to detail but has good ideas for your hair type!
I always love having my hair washed by the staff and the whole four hours I’m usually there for I’m looked after and spoilt !
Thanks Nadine for always making me feel like a new woman with new hair !

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Amazing colour

Wendy Dobbin
13th Sep 2019
5.0
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Danielle did an amazing job with my horrendous roots and I am now a beautiful shade of blonde

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Wash cut and blow dry

Kim Skinner
10th Sep 2019
5.0
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My experience was perfect Zoe did an amazing job wash and head massage and as usual a perfect result from Nadine always a great service x

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Colour

Marianne Chandler
8th Sep 2019
5.0
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Loved my colour that Sam did today . Lovely head massage too .

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Colour

Marianne Chandler
8th Sep 2019
4.0
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Sam done a great colour on me today . Lovely head massage too.

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First impressions

Rebecca Joslin
7th Sep 2019
5.0

As soon as I walked in, I felt very welcome. The receptionist was extremely friendly and approachable. Rachel who took time to talk to me after I turned up unannounced was so helpful and professional. She understood exactly what I wanted even though I wasn’t exactly sure myself. I’m looking forward to my first appointment in a couple of weeks.

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