Patrick Gildea Hairdressing Letterkenny, County Donegal

Riverside Retail Park, Neil T Blaney Road, Letterkenny, Donegal, F92 D2NT

About us

The perfect experience for you could mean many things of course, but to us it stands for seeing you as a unique individual, taking the time to understand who you are and what you want, then making sure you get it.

Delivering on our promise is something we take seriously, so we do more than train and reward great hairdressing skills, we continuously train and reward great customer service as well.

This all adds up to a team who are passionate about serving you … and it shows!

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 20:00
Friday 09:00 - 20:00
Saturday 08:00 - 17:00
Sunday Closed

Services

Hair

Reviews

4.91
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Great cut & colour.

Mary McGettigan
4th Jun 2026
Team Member: Victoria
5.0
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I am very satisified with every aspect of my visit to the salon.

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Happy experience

Anonymous
4th Jun 2026
5.0

Thrilled with my visit to Gildea's. Laura listened to me and gave really good advice - I felt she was really good at understanding what was needed, communicating that and then expert at putting it into action. From start to finish a great experience and I am delighted with my highlights. The salon is beautiful too - my first time there- I didn't think I'd enjoy the three hours, but I did and came out relaxed .

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Fresh Colour, Fresh Confidence

Leah
3rd Jun 2026
Team Member: Anita
5.0
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Today was my first visit to the salon and I honestly couldn't have had a better experience. My hair was feeling dark with a very grown-out balayage, but Anita really listened to everything I wanted and took on board all my concerns without making me feel rushed.

I wanted a brighter, more blended and natural-looking blonde colour and she absolutely delivered. The cut was fantastic too! My hair feels fresh, healthy and so much more like me again.

The whole team looked after me so well, keeping me topped up with coffee throughout which made the experience even better! Such a lovely, relaxed atmosphere and I left feeling so much more confident. I’ll definitely be back for Anita to work her magic again.Thank you all so much!

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Kate
2nd Jun 2026
Team Member: Zeljana
5.0
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Zeljana did a fantastic job on touching up my dark roots and bringing them back to life! They are now brighter for the summer and she did a great job of blending the colours. I was delighted with the service and will definitely be back

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Hair colour and blow dry

Hilary Berry
30th May 2026
Team Member: Siobhan
5.0
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Another lovely experience. Siobhan and staff are always very helpful and professional. Look forward to my next appointment.

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Shirley mcmenamin
30th May 2026
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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Excellent stylist

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Happy customer

Brenda
29th May 2026
Team Member: Zeljana
5.0
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Zeljana is excellent at cutting hair and excellent at suggesting the cut that suits the client very well. She is very pleasant and takes great care of you during your appointment.

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Very Happy

Marie
26th May 2026
Team Member: Anita
5.0
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Excellent Customer Care, very happy as Anita explains everything a lot of attention to detail with cut etc 💯always look forward to my next visit as it is not a rushed cut etc .

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Great, as always

Marie Quinn
22nd May 2026
Team Member: Siobhan
5.0
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Cut only today. As usual, Siobhan did a great job. I completely trust her with my hair.

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Julie Dawson
21st May 2026
Team Member: Victoria
5.0
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I came in today for a hair cut as I felt my hair had no style to it , I showed Vicky a photo of what I was thinking and she talked me through exactly how she’s achieve the cut and constantly kept me updated on what she was doing while she was cutting my hair .
I’m so happy with my hair cut , she listened and did exactly what I’d asked .
Very impressed with vickh and the service at Patrick’s will 100% be back .

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Fresh style

Roisin
20th May 2026
Team Member: Victoria
5.0
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Victoria is an absolutely amazing hairdresser. She was fantastic and helpful and explained every step. I would highly recommend 👌

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Colour reset..

Alison
19th May 2026
Team Member: Victoria
5.0
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Another great day spent in Patrick Gildea hair salon.. Vicki worked her magic again.i came out of there feeling absolutely fabulous,it’s amazing how great you can feel with a new hair do xx

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Grace O Donnell
19th May 2026
Team Member: Zeljana
5.0
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Excellent

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Georgeous upstyle

Dajana
13th May 2026
Team Member: Zeljana
5.0
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Absolutely delighted with my daughter’s communion hairstyle 🤍
The upstyle was so beautiful, elegant and perfectly done — it lasted the entire day and looked amazing in every photo. So many comoliments received.
Zeljana was so patient and lovely, and made my daughter feel really special on such an important day. Thank you so much for your amazing work, we couldn’t have been happier ✨ Highly recommend!

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Transformation

Laura
13th May 2026
Team Member: Patrick
5.0

I was welcomed into the salon for a transformation. A great team who you can fully trust. It's funny, sometimes little miracles step in to give you a wee push into that higher version of yourself. Patrick and team gave me that wee push yesterday. He was dancing around me like Edward Scissor hands. I would say it was such a joy to cut away all that hair.
Thank you to Danielle at the desk too. A warm smile as soon as I opened the door. You were on hand yesterday and your words of encouragement were appreciated.
I really loved the attention from Patrick, I loved watching you work, Dean on the global work and Laura on the final touches with toner, thank you from the bottom of my heart. I love my new hair. 🩷

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‘The Global’

Eimear Mc Laughlin
11th May 2026
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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PGildea salon is next level from the consultation to your treatment . Sharon my stylist was lovely and confident in the job in hand, very pleased thanks PG team

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Anonymous
9th May 2026
2.5

Yesterday 08.05 26 I had a haircut at Zeljana K Unfortunately, I can't give a good review.
After washing my hair, the cut is very unprofessional. it's hard to style them even when straightening The hair is frayed. I am very disappointed.
Zeljana is a nice person but unfortunately I can't give her a good review .

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Vicky is the best!

Maeve
8th May 2026
Team Member: Victoria
5.0
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A perfect haircut and did exactly as I wanted.

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Colour and cut

Anonymous
8th May 2026
Team Member: Laura
5.0

Brilliant stylist... Really listened to what I asked for.., She's very down to earth and made a great job .. Will book with her again... She's a wee star!

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Sassy Hairstyling

Siobhan Grant
7th May 2026
Team Member: Laura
5.0
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Laura listened to me thoroughly and gave me a great consultation. She then treated my hair with some gorgeous products and gave me a fantastic haircut. Im delighted with the time, quality and attention to detail at Patrick Gildea Hairdressing.

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Excellent service

Bernadette G
7th May 2026
Team Member: Victoria
5.0
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Friendly, professional service as usual

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Thank you Anita and Dean

Ursula Mc
7th May 2026
Team Member: Anita
5.0
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Always wonderful to have my hair cut and coloured by Anita. It just sits well and falls into place with a quick shake of my head when dried at home. Both Anita and Dean are always cheery. See you both again soon.

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Excellent

Helen
7th May 2026
Team Member: Zeljana
4.5
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Beautiful salon, excellent customer service, fabulous stylist. I will be back :)

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Noreen Gallagher
6th May 2026
Team Member: Laura
5.0
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Fantastic experience as always, thank you again Laura.

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Roots

AnneMarie Taylor
2nd May 2026
Team Member: Laura
4.5
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Enjoyed my time in the salon, and very happy with the colour and cut.

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Excellent

Maureen
30th Apr 2026
Team Member: Siobhan
5.0
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Very talented stylist , spent time listening and advising about a plan , happy with results

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Amazing experience from start to finish.

Mary kettle
29th Apr 2026
Team Member: Victoria
5.0
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This has been my 4th visit with vicky, every time each experience is better than the last , my hair has always been short and very thick , im growing it and I can't believe the styling that Vicky has given me and the way she explained everything, I have a wedding in July and I can't wait to see the finished look ,Vicky is so talented and on top of that the most beautiful personality , Thank you vicky.

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Wash and cut

Pearl
29th Apr 2026
Team Member: Patrick
5.0
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Thank you Patrick and everyone, I really enjoyed my visit into you today

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Happy customer

Brenda
29th Apr 2026
Team Member: Siobhan
4.5
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Delighted with the cut I got in the salon today

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Amazing

Ruth Kennedy
26th Apr 2026
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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I was only in for a blow dry as I was attending a family wedding at Rathmullen. It was honestly the best experience. The salon and the attention to detail was amazing. For just a blow dry Sharon sat with me to discuss my hair and tailored the shampoo to suit my hair. I left wishing I lived closer!

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First class service

Edel
24th Apr 2026
Team Member: Laura
5.0
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Beautiful experience
Laura took time to ensure I got the full G experience. Felt totally relaxed knowing I was in expert hands

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Simply the best

Louise Sweeney
23rd Apr 2026
Team Member: Victoria
5.0
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Back again with Vicky for another fantastic haircut and colour. After nearly 20 years, she’s still as amazing as ever—consistently delivering exactly what I want, if not better.

She’s incredibly talented, professional, and always so warm and welcoming. I’ve never been disappointed and wouldn’t trust anyone else with my hair!

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5 star service

Harry Law
22nd Apr 2026
Team Member: Victoria
5.0
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Vicky is by far, the most talented and accomplished hairdresser I have had the pleasure to meet. She is always polite, positive, attentive and scrupulous about details, making sure your happy with every stage of her cut/style. I always leave the salon feeling happy.

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Hake styling

Elaine Duffy
22nd Apr 2026
Team Member: Laura
5.0
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Laura creates an air of serenity when she is styling my hair. The best experience ever. I look forward to my next appointment.

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Hair spa

Valerie
22nd Apr 2026
Team Member: Laura
5.0
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Laura applied root color very professional and attentive. Dean blow dried hair fab full of body .wash area is just amazing.plenty cups tea and delicious shortbread.

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Fabulous

Maria
22nd Apr 2026
Team Member: Anita
5.0
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Very grateful to Anita - thank you for giving me a great haircut, honest advice, the gift of your professional knowledge and expert guidance.
My appointments with you are always a pleasure.
Thanks also to Dean for a great hair wash. What a lovely experience. Your care and attention does not go unnoticed.

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Anita
20th Apr 2026
Team Member: Zeljana
5.0
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Delighted with my new colour.

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The best!

Emma
16th Apr 2026
Team Member: Zeljana
5.0
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The best haircut I've ever had! My hair is curly and was dry, now it feels so conditioned. I'm so happy with my haircut.

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Michael
15th Apr 2026
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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Always happy and Sharon is good fun .

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Michael
14th Apr 2026
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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Always great work

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Daughters Haircut

Anonymous
14th Apr 2026
Team Member: Sharon
4.5

Thank you so much Sharon for all your help and advice today. Tara loves her new haircut. Would highly recommend

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Franchesca
14th Apr 2026
5.0

The staff in Patrick Gildea Hair are unbelievably amazing and professional. The atmosphere in the salon is so welcoming and you feel comfortable as soon as you walk in

I have been going to Zeljana for while now and there’s no doubt she is incredibly gifted in what she does. The attention to detail, providing her professional advice and explaining each step made me feel comfortable. I always leave the salon feeling confident and always have the best experience when I’m here

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Amazing experience, amazing style! 😍

Toni Zasa
13th Apr 2026
Team Member: Zeljana
5.0
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First I have to note that I hadn't been to any salon since before COVID. I just took a notion one day to get a wolf cut, so I started checking who could do them (and actually had experience with edgy cuts) locally. I had had experiences in the past where I asked for something specific at a salon here and was told they absolutely had the experience, but then left really disappointed and sometimes cried in the car because it looked so bad lol.
So I was a little nervous, but when I started looking at Patrick Gildea's social media, I could tell that there were definitely stylists who could walk the walk.
Zeljana was amazing! She listened and was honest the whole way through, and gave the best scalp massage I've ever had. The whole experience was super relaxing and chill. And the cut! Omg, I'm in love and get tons of compliments. It actually gets better everyday. It's exactly what I asked for and actually looks like all the wolf cuts I had been looking at as inspiration. I don't think I've ever been happier with a hairstyle. And that's really down to the expertise of Zeljana. All the staff were lovely and welcoming and it was just a great experience from start to finish. 😍

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Colour transition from faded red to strawberry blonde

Teresa Gallagher
11th Apr 2026
Team Member: Laura
5.0
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Fabulous experience from consultation to colour, highlights and styling. Great advice regarding duration of tranistion with a focus on scalp and hair health. Surpassed all my expectations. If you want to add something to self-care, this is it.

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Another fab appointment

Bridget Bramble
11th Apr 2026
Team Member: Siobhan
5.0
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Another great cut and curly blow-dry. The G massage and hair treatment makes it so relaxing and hair in such great condition afterwards. Siobhan is friendly and very skilled and always very happy with my hair cut and style.

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Sharon’s Masterclass

Lewis Warrington
11th Apr 2026
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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When I moved over from Essex I needed to find a fantastic hairdresser and in Sharon I did. I’ve now visited Sharon 3 times and wouldn’t go anywhere else.

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Wonderful

Annette
10th Apr 2026
Team Member: Anita
5.0
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Today was my first appointment ever in PG and it was way beyond my expectations, from the reception, hair washing to Anita my stylist everything was outstanding. It was so professional as well as being warm and welcoming, loved it, looking forward to returning ❤️

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Amazing as always!

Roisin Fitzgerald
10th Apr 2026
Team Member: Anita
5.0
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Anita and Dean were incredible as always! Such attention to detail and Patrick's leadership and high standards are hard to beat. Thanks as always x

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Grace O Donnell
10th Apr 2026
Team Member: Zeljana
5.0
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Excellent

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Wig Fitting

Charlene Bonnar
10th Apr 2026
Team Member: Patrick
5.0

My mum just finished her treatment and her son is getting married in two weeks,she was very stressed about her hair. Patrick took us in and explained everything and fitted her with a wig that he styled identical to her own hair. He was so thorough and made sure she was happy with every part of it and she left feeling like a new woman with her hair. Exceptional service from all staff and such kindness and compassion shown to people that are feeling very vulnerable.

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