About Us

Established in 2003, Utopia have gone from strength to strength as an award winning L’Oreal & Kerastase unisex salon. In 2012 we expanded to offer our clients hair and beauty services all under one roof. We offer our clients luxurious, tranquil surroundings in our Grade II Listed building and have a warm and welcoming team to give you a unique hair and beauty experience every time.

The Hair Team

The Beauty Team

The Salon

The Hair Team...

Beverley Griffiths

Creative Director

“Hairdressing is something I was born to do. My biggest passion is to give every client that individual styling service. 20 years on still having that drive to make my clients look and feel fab!”

Kim 'Nikki' Swarbrick

Technical Director

“I love nothing more than helping people to feel good about themselves whilst keeping their hair in the best possible condition. When I perform a technical service on a client, I always treat not only the hair but the client too and like nothing more than someone leaving us with a big smile on their face.”

Claire Sharp

Senior Stylist
“Claire joined Utopia March 2007, in her words ’13 years, 1 week and 5 days ago… and counting!’ This really rather sums her up. Claires precision and attention to detail is second to non. Claire thrives off satisfied customers, working with excellent products and the odd glass of rose but not at the same time! According to her, she also loves working with a lovely team in a fab salon and no, we have not paid her to say this!”

Diana Smith

Red Hair
“My enthusiasm and passion for hairdressing has grown stronger and stronger over the past 35 years. I welcome every client as a friend, not just a client, and knowing that they leave the salon feeling just a little bit fantastic puts a huge smile on my face, and thats why I still love my job.”

Amelia Gorse

Amelia Jane
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The Beauty Team...

Leanne Crawford

Beauty by Leanne

“I became a Beauty therapist in 2006, I love all aspects of Beauty, meeting new people and seeing my clients leave the salon happy and relaxed after they have had a pamper. When I am not in the Salon I am with my family and children.”

Talking Frankly Therapy

Talking Frankly Therapy

“In my work, I draw on experience, training and a range of therapeutic techniques to help each individual counselling client navigate their challenges and uncover their own inner strengths. I love the work I do and I’m excited to be able to now offer this quality service here at Utopia”