The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

394-396 St John Street, Islington, Greater London, EC1V 4NJ

About us

The Chapel Islington Hair Salon is located in the gorgeous, restored Crown + Woolpack Pub off St John’s Street. The space buzzes with calm, happy bustle + sociable energy.

Each Appointment is totally tailored. Rather than a one size fits all price list, the Appointments are bespoke, so you’ll pay for only what you need. The time and price is agreed upon booking with no hidden charges.

Established in 1997, The Chapel dare to do things differently - truly looking after each individual Guest by our team of highly skilled, creative Stylists.

The Chapel invites you to book in for a New Guests conversation (no charge) to meet your Stylist so you can talk, be yourself and start your hair journey.

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 20:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday Closed

Services

Hair

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Always a pleasure

Rebecca
5th Feb 2026
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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I adore my visits to The Chapel. The vibe is calm and relaxed, everyone is warm and friendly, and Emmy is London’s best-kept secret. I always leave feeling brilliant and knowing that my friends and family will be jealous of my lovely locks!

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Anonymous
5th Feb 2026
Team Member: Sean
5.0

Sean understands my hair better than I do, I trust him completely!

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Great experience

Sue
3rd Feb 2026
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Lovely experience at the chapel as always. Molly gave me a great haircut. Very relaxing and a great coffee too. Thank you.

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Elizabeth
1st Feb 2026
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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What can I say? Sean is the best hairdresser ever. Since I found him, my hair has never looked better. He is also a lovely person who goes to the extreme to ensure I have a lovely experience.

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Amazing cut

Rebecca
30th Jan 2026
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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Halle gave me a gorgeous cut and understood exactly what I wanted.

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Great hairdresser

Cristina
30th Jan 2026
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Molly was great! Molly really listened to what I was hoping to get from the appointment. She was very professional and I am super happy with my cut.

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great service

Sharma
29th Jan 2026
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Emmylou is an amazing hairdresser! She really listens to what you want and gives wonderful, honest advice to make sure you get the best result. She’s incredibly friendly, great to chat with, and makes the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable. I left feeling confident and happy with my hair. highly recommend!

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Fantastic vusit

Merrie Carlton
29th Jan 2026
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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A great experience - Sean carefully explored how my earlier cut and colour panned out before agreeing what he would do today. Felt very ‘heard’ and that he really understood how to make the most of my hair.

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Cut and colour

Ruth Keane
28th Jan 2026
Team Member: Marco
5.0
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A very good cut and colour this time. The colour is nice and vibrant.

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Great

Lindsey
27th Jan 2026
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Emmy Lou is great. I managed to get a last minute cancellation and was so glad I did. My hair looks great. The hair products are great and the salon spotlessly clean.

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Thank you!

Kim
24th Jan 2026
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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Many thanks to Sean for a superb cut, as ever, and for wonderful conversation. The very warm welcome from the whole team is always greatly appreciated. x

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Kay
22nd Jan 2026
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0

As always, very friendly, helpful, fun service and a lovely haircut

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Felt really listened to!

Tigerlily
22nd Jan 2026
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Molly really listened to me and explained what she was doing while cutting my hair. She had a really good understand of how different cuts fall on curly hair and I felt like I could completely trust her! Thank you Molly

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

Thank you Tigerlily for entrusting Molly with your hair. It's such a big leap to try a new salon and Stylist, we're really glad you did. Enjoy your beautiful curls and the blunt cut.

With our best wishes // olivia

Love The Chapel & Emmy Lou!

Lisa Donaldson
21st Jan 2026
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0

I love working with Emmy Lou! She truly listens and understands what I want - and I know I’ll always leave happy and in love with my new hair.
I love the cozy feel at The Chapel and am always well looked after by the entire team.

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Perfect Experience and Haircut

Bria
16th Jan 2026
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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I always look forward to appointments with Halle. She listens, understands what I want completely and just cuts my hair really well. We have a good chat, but it’s also really relaxing.

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Excellent!

Savitri
14th Jan 2026
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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Halle did such a great job on my curly hair cut. I got what I was looking for, the perfect length, volume and shape!

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

Hey Savitri,

We wanted to say a big thank you for sharing your wonderful 5-star review after your time with Halle. We're so happy you chose to visit us for the first time and entrusted Halle with your curls, and they are en point.

Enjoy your beautiful hair.
With our best wishes // olivia

Cuts with a smile

Henrietta Naish
14th Jan 2026
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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I love Emmylou. I’m in my 70s and for the first time I actually enjoy having my hair cut. Greeted with smiles and a quick word by all the staff, fed coffee and delicious snacks and a great haircut as well - what more could one ask?

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

Dear Henrietta

We wanted to say a big thank you for taking the time to share your reflections and 5-star review. Your words brought us all joy and we know how much Emmy Lou values your loyalty and time together.

Enjoy your beautiful hair and we look forward to welcoming you back in March.
With our best wishes // olivia

Great stylist for curly hair!

Elsa
13th Jan 2026
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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I always have such a lovely time with Emmy Lou! She always asks precise questions about my hair, how it’s been looking and how I want it to make sure I am happy with the end result. She also really understands curly hair which is not always a given, and I’ve always been happy with the way she cuts and treats it. She is super professional, gives good head massages and very nice to chat to. Highly recommend!

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Karina
13th Jan 2026
Team Member: Marco
4.5
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Friendly, chatty, i left with amazing, beautiful colour.

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Nothing but the best!

Gemma Ryan
10th Jan 2026
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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Love love love every time I come to see Sean. He cuts for my face shape, hair type and how I like to style everyday. Plus he’s a joy to spend time with.

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Love!

Nikki
3rd Jan 2026
Team Member: Molly
5.0

The salon is lovely and Molly does the best cuts!

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Lovely Service and Great Haircut

Eloise
3rd Jan 2026
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Molly was lovely and gave some great options about cutting and styling my hair.

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Marco is excellent.

David
19th Dec 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0
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Marco is an excellent hairdresser both in terms of skill and approachability. Always a first class experience.

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Colour and cut

Patricia McAlinden
19th Dec 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0

Molly is lovely and did a good job on my hair. I am happy with the results.

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Eva
19th Dec 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0
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Very good and professional haircut makes me look young

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Jan Brown
18th Dec 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Coming to the Chapel to see Emmy is my monthly treat Apart from the fact she cuts my hair to perfection- so well my husband even notices and compliments- she is also wonderful company and a pleasure to chat to What more could you wish for I can only say many thanks

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Thank you

Jessica
17th Dec 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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Sean is the best, as always!

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Great cut. Amazing hospitality. Very good value for money.

Nancy B
17th Dec 2025
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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Fine flyaway hair no problem for Halle who did a great job! Plus the entire experience was like a Christmas treat: stylish, calm, and comfortable atmosphere, and goodies like delicious coffee and snacks to top it off. Thank you!

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Excellent haircut

Cathy Kempadoo
16th Dec 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Emmy Lou always takes the time to listen for any changes I would like done and the cut is always spot on, with the shape lasting for a number of weeks. Highly recommend and would not go to anyone else.

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❤️❤️

Katrine
16th Dec 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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My hair is the best it has EVER been. And Sean makes it look easy.

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Incredible service!

Ella
15th Dec 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Incredible service and a wonderful, relaxing atmosphere. Molly is amazing! I have been seeing her for many years, I followed her here from the last salon she worked in and I am so glad that I did! She always understands the assignment and gives me the best hair cut every single time!
The Chapel salon is bright, spacious and comfortable! A 10/10 experience :)

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Great as always

Rita
15th Dec 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Always a relaxing atmosphere and great snacks. It's such a treat to get my hair done and Emmy is the best!

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Absolutely amazing

Christina Panayiotou
13th Dec 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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I had an absolutely amazing experience with Emmylou today and I couldn’t be happier with my haircut. From start to finish, everything was perfect. Emmylou is incredibly knowledgeable and instantly made me feel comfortable and at ease. She truly understands my hair type and knows exactly what works best for it, which gave me so much confidence in her from the beginning. She took the time to get to know me, asking about how I care for my hair and the products I use, and tailored everything perfectly. The cut is beautiful and suits my hair so well — I genuinely love it. Emmylou is a truly talented hairdresser and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who really knows what they’re doing.

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Lucia busnarda
12th Dec 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Exceptional as always. Molly is a warm and friendly girl and extremely accomplished hairdresser. I’m always happy with her cuts

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The GOAT

Molly Coxon
11th Dec 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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I’ve not had as good a salon experience with anyone, EVER. Sean is really so talented, knowledgeable and non-judgemental. He knows what I’m aiming for and always shares good insight of how to achieve the results. To top it off, he’s a really great person and super easy to get along with. 💯

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Lucia Busnarda
11th Dec 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Molly is always the best! Bubbly, smilingly and always giving the most amazing haircuts

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Brilliant experience

Charlotte
9th Dec 2025
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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Love my haircut, friendly and kind thank you very much!

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Brilliant experience

Sana
6th Dec 2025
Team Member: Fran
5.0
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Fran took the time to understand what I wanted. Few hairdressers in my past experience have been able to pull off a short, layered bob on my wavy hair but Fran has cracked it!

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Excellent haircut

Amanda
6th Dec 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
4.5
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Emmy Lou consistently provides an excellent service. She not only gives me a very good haircut, she is a delightful person with a great personality and professional manner.

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Delyar Khakpour
27th Nov 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Molly was great! super insightful and helpful in helping me navigate what any hair choices and colour choices I make would mean. Absoloutely reccomend for any consultation needs!

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Sue Fawell
27th Nov 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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It was lovely to meet Molly today! I had a lovely haircut and experience and I will book again.

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Cream of the Crop

Hilary Kisch
27th Nov 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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My respect and regard for Emmy Lou is inexhaustible.She is without doubt one of the finest hair cutters that I have experienced over many decades.Her dedication to her own creative and professional ideals are obvious after the completion of all the hair cuts that I have received from her.She is truly an artist.

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The best

Anna
22nd Nov 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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No matter how long I’m away, coming back to Sean feels like home. Incredible hair, incredible human, and always a great conversation. Truly the best, no one else comes close to his experience and professionalism.

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Jackie Reed
21st Nov 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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Absolutely wonderful, Sean really knows how to make you feel special

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Amazing experience, strongly recommend

Steff
13th Nov 2025
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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Truly amazing experience. The philosophy of care and communication is evident and excellent. Halle did an amazing cut for me, if I lived here I'd come back again and again!

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Highly recommended.

Yvonne Owen
12th Nov 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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As usual, excellent haircut and advice on style.
Really appreciate how calm and friendly it is here.

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Amazing!

Viktorija
8th Nov 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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Such a lovely and relaxing experience, I recommend to everyone who needs a haircut. Always been happy with results, but also time spent at The Chapel Hairdressers is just wholesome:) Sean is attentive to detail and makes you feel welcome and well looked after. So far don’t see myself going anywhere else, so thank you.

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Amazing

Scarlett perez
6th Nov 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0

was a fantastic experience and molly was very kind making sure I got exactly what I wanted for my hair

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Best experience in a London salon

Natalie Smith
2nd Nov 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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Sean has gained a loyal and life long guest!! I cannot wait to come back …

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Cam
1st Nov 2025
Team Member: Fran
5.0
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Fran was excellent and I’m really happy with my haircut - it was my first time at chapel and she made we had a good chat at the start to figure out what would work best for me!

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