Hair & nails · Helmsley, North Yorkshire

Beautiful hair.
Flawless nails.
Made for you.

A stylish, welcoming salon in the heart of Helmsley. Rich blue tones, elegant gold finishes and a personal experience from the first consultation to the final mirror check.

AJ Hair & Nails
Beauty Full Awards 2026Finalist · Hair Salon of the Year
Finalist · Nail Salon of the Year
What we do

Cut. Colour. Curls. Styled.

One stylist, one chair, your full attention. Rebecca takes the time to understand exactly what you want, then makes it happen.

Long, sleek, glossy dark hair with a centre partingi.

Cut

Precision cutting that suits your face, your texture and how much time you actually have in the morning. From a sharp bob to long layers.

Cut & blow dry from £32
Vivid copper-red bob, glossy and precision cutii.

Colour

Balayage, foils, root tints and toners, blended so the grow-out is as good as day one. Always a consultation first.

Balayage from £70
Long golden curls, styled and definediii.

Curls & waves

Defined, glossy, long-lasting curls for a night out, a wedding or just because. Cut and styled to work with your natural texture.

Curls from £25
High bridal updo with a crystal tiaraiv.

Hair up

Bridal updos, soft buns and occasion styling that stays put from the first photo to the last dance.

Bridal & occasion hair
The price list

Services & prices

Every appointment starts with a proper chat about what you want. Prices marked "from" depend on length, thickness and finish.

Book a service The nail bar at AJ Hair & Nails, with the window seat and navy velvet chair Black and gold foil nail art

Nails Rebecca

For French tips, glitter or hand-painted art, add Nail Art to your booking so there's time to do it properly.

Gel nails45 mins
£20
Gel toes30 mins
£18
Builder gel nails1 hr – 1 hr 30
from£28
Full set of acrylics1 hr 15
from£30
Nail infill1 hr · acrylic or gel
from£28
Pedicure with gel polish1 hr
from£35
Nail art15 mins · French, glitter, hand-painted
from£0.50
Soak off30 mins
£10

Hair Cut & style

Cut & blow dry45 mins
£32
Dry cut30 mins
£18
Blow dry45 mins – 1 hr
from£25
Curls30 – 45 mins
from£25
Hair up45 mins
from£35

Colour Tint & lights

Root tint1 hr 15
£30
Full head tint1 hr 30
£40
T-section foils1 hr 30
£40
Half head foils1 hr 45
£60
Full head foils2 hr 15
from£80
Balayage1 hr 45
from£70
Balayage with root tint2 hr 15
from£90
Toner15 mins
£10

Hair extensions, bridal hair and larger colour transformations are quoted after a consultation. Message the salon on Instagram or Facebook and we'll find a time.

Wedding & bridesmaid hair
The salon

Switch off, feel comfortable, take some time for yourself.

Our beautifully designed salon combines rich blue tones, elegant gold finishes and a modern, luxurious feel. It's a space to relax and enjoy some well-deserved time for yourself.

We offer a wide range of hair services including cutting and styling, colouring, highlights, balayage, hair-up and hair extensions, alongside nail treatments including acrylics, builder gel, gel fingers and toes, and nail art.

We pride ourselves on a personal experience and taking the time to understand exactly what each client wants. New clients are always welcome.

Inside AJ Hair & Nails: navy wall, slatted oak panelling, gold mirrors and the nail desk
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Finalist ×2Beauty Full Awards 2026
Hair Salon & Nail Salon of the Year
Friendly and professional from the first minute. I went in with tired, faded red hair and walked out feeling like a new woman.
Bethany · Hair colour · Facebook review
"Amazing builder gel nails. Lovely little place, great service and a great price." · Jade "Rebecca takes the time to understand exactly what you want." · Fresha review
Bride from behind with a soft textured low bun
Bridal & bridesmaids

Your wedding morning, in good hands.

Trials in the salon, styling on the day at the salon or your venue, bride, bridesmaids, mothers and flower girls. One wedding per date, so the morning is yours. We work with the finest hotels and inns across Ryedale, from the Feversham Arms to the Pheasant at Harome.

Opening times

Find us in Helmsley

  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday9:15am – 3:00pm
  • Wednesday9:15am – 3:00pm
  • Thursday9:15am – 3:00pmLate night · 4:30pm – 9:00pm
  • Friday9:15am – 3:00pm
  • Saturday9:00am – 2:00pm
  • SundayClosed
The waiting corner: cream chairs, navy cushions and a gold side table by the window
Address 4 Meeting House Court
Helmsley, York YO62 5DW
A small courtyard just off Borogate, a short walk from the Market Place.
Telephone 01439 326097 Call during opening hours, or book online any time.
Email [email protected] For wedding enquiries, gift vouchers and anything that isn't a quick booking. Email usCall us
4 Meeting House CourtHelmsley YO62 5DW
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Getting here

  1. Head for Helmsley Market Place, in the centre of town.
  2. Walk along Borogate, the lane running off the Market Place past the sweet shop and jewellers.
  3. Meeting House Court is a small courtyard off Borogate. Look for the navy and gold AJ sign at number 4.

Parking · Helmsley's main pay-and-display car park is a few minutes' walk away, with short-stay parking around the Market Place.

Ready when you are

Book your appointment

Online booking is open 24/7 with instant confirmation. Pick your service, choose a time, and we'll see you in the salon.

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