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At Blackburn College, we have our very own commercial hair and beauty teaching studio, The Salon. This professional setting is open to the public, and offers a wide range of professional services and treatments.

The Salon enables students to experience a real working environment and develop their skills like they would in the industry. The facilities are equipped to the highest standard and all sessions are supervised by very experienced and highly qualified staff.

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Professional facilities

The Salon's facilities include:

  • Four hairdressing salons
  • Courtyard Barbers, our specialist barbering salon
  • Three beauty therapy studios
  • Specialist nail salon
  • Media makeup studio

Opening times

We are open on weekdays during term time:

  • Monday: 8.30am to 7pm
  • Tuesday: 8.30am to 7pm
  • Wednesday: 9am to 2pm
  • Thursday: 8.30am to 7pm
  • Friday: 8.30am to 2pm

Make a booking

Bookings are advised.

You can contact The Salon reception by telephone. Please leave a message if we can't answer, and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

You can also make enquiries through our social media accounts. Find us at:

How to find us

The main reception and all our studios and salons are located on either the ground or first floor of the Elizabeth Building at the College (opposite Feilden Street car park).

Pricelist

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The Salon's services

Summary of treatments:

  • Face hands and feet
  • Body and spa
  • Hair colouring and styling
  • Barbering

Products

The Salon is an official stockist for a variety of professional brands:

  • Mood
  • Eve Taylor
  • Glitterbels
  • Kaeso
  • Salon System
  • IQ

We also offer exclusive products from our own Courtyard Barbers.

Discounts and promotions

  • All Blackburn College staff and students receive 20% off treatments and products
  • Friends and family of Blackburn College students receive 20% discount on treatments

Seasonal special offers are available – check our socials for the latest details.

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Blackburn College courses

We have a range of courses running throughout the academic year for anyone with a keen interest in hair, beauty and media makeup.

With both full-time and part-time options available, there's something for all levels of learner: