Short answer: sometimes — but booking ahead is always the safest option.
Here’s exactly how walk‑ins work, what to expect on busy days, and how to make sure you actually get the appointment you want.



1. Why Weekends & Holidays Are the Busiest Salon Days


Weekends and bank holidays are when everyone wants their hair done:

  • Events, weddings, parties

  • Work‑week catch‑ups

  • Last‑minute plans


That means appointment slots fill fast — often days or weeks in advance for colour, treatments, or longer services.


How to plan:
If you know you’ll need a haircut, colour, or blow‑dry for a specific date, booking ahead removes the stress entirely.



2. Are Walk‑Ins Ever Possible?


Yes — walk‑ins may be available, especially for:

  • Haircuts

  • Blow‑dries

  • Fringe trims

  • Quick treatments


However, availability depends on:

  • Staff schedules

  • How fully booked the day already is

  • The length of service you need


What to expect:
If you walk in, you may need to:

  • Wait for the next available stylist

  • Be flexible with timing or service type



3. Why Colour & Chemical Services Usually Need Booking


Services like:

  • Hair colour

  • Balayage

  • Highlights

  • Smoothing or keratin treatments


Require:

  • Extra time

  • Patch tests or consultations

  • The right stylist availability


How to avoid disappointment:
Always pre‑book colour or chemical services — especially on weekends or holidays.



4. Best Time to Try a Walk‑In (If You Must)


If you’re hoping to walk in, your best chances are:

  1. Early in the morning (right when the salon opens)

  2. Later in the afternoon, when shorter gaps may appear

  3. For short services only


Calling ahead the same day is even better — it saves you the trip if the diary is full.



5. Booking Ahead = Priority, Choice & Less Stress


When you book in advance, you get:

  • Your preferred stylist

  • Enough time for your service

  • A relaxed, unrushed appointment

  • Peace of mind on busy days


It’s the easiest way to make sure your hair is done properly, not just quickly.



6. Our Recommendation

While we always do our best to accommodate walk‑ins, booking ahead is strongly recommended for weekends and holidays — especially for colour or longer services.

✨ Want to secure your spot and skip the wait?
👉 Book your appointment in advance today and let us take care of the rest.

 

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