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Ministry of Hair

38a, Cornfield Rd, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4QH

About us

Ministry of Hair has been established since May 1997

Ministry of Hair is proud to be the best, leading and largest independent Hairdressing Salon in Eastbourne. Established since May 1997, the Salon has gone from strength to strength due to its Concept, amazing reputation and having continuity in offering the best Hair stylists for Creativity and Customer Care.

The Salon expanded in 2010 where Hairdressing takes place on the ground and first floor.

Ministry of Hair provides a modern environment, incorporating all the latest entertainment, furniture, fixtures, fittings and Salon equipment. There also is a full range of refreshments along with the latest magazines, visual entertainment and wifi connection, for all our guest to relax and enjoy their experience with us.

All our Creative Stylists from Graduates (minimum 3 years experience) to our Salon Directors (over 15 years experience) have an extremely high level of knowledge and wealth of experience, covering all aspects of hairdressing for Men & Women. Having Five Stylist levels to choose from, accommodating all budgets. From Cutting the latest Hair Styles to amazing Bespoke Colour techniques, including Balayage, Ombre, Highlighting, Permanent and semi permanent Colours, finding something for everyone, whilst giving a warm friendly, professional manner at all times. Selected Stylists also offer Perming, Hair Extensions, Straightening and Fabulous Bridal and Party Hair for all occasions.

To match our concept we are a Certified Redken Salon offering Premium Colour and Aftercare Products. We also stock Pureology and Paul Mitchell, along with having our own Branded products for all your Home Hair Care needs.

It’s never been easier and more convenient to book appointments with our 24/7 online booking system and our Free APP for smart phones which allows you to book an appointment within seconds. This can also be done by contacting our Reception Team where they are committed to Keep you up to date with all the latest offers, promotions, news and Events. This along with offering you our Loyalty cards, Referral Vouchers and Add on services, making sure you are getting the best value for money combined with an amazing service. We understand there is a lot of choice when thinking of your Hair.

At Ministry of Hair we really appreciate how important our guests are to the Salon and it’s our sole aim for you to be extremely satisfied with your experience, making sure we can excite you again and again.

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Opening hours

Monday 9:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 19:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:30
Sunday Closed

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Wet cut

Charley
27th Jun 2023
5.0

Kiara is so fantastic at cutting my hair, would highly recommend! Can’t wait to book in for highlights

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Amazing re-style !!

Katrina Townsend
24th Feb 2023
5.0

My first time at Ministry today and wow was i impressed!! Total re-style by Toby . He was very friendly and professional with it. In love with my new style! Thankyou so much!

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Best haircut ever!!!

Siobhan
21st May 2022
5.0

I’m not usually one for writing reviews but am so delighted with my new haircut I just had to!! The lovely newly qualified Kiara Luci was the hero of the hour fixing a complete botch job I’d had at another salon a few months ago. Not only did she fix the mess but also gave me probably the best haircut I’ve ever had! My hair is very fine and usually looks like it’s in shock for a good week after a cut but Kiara really took her time to make sure it was exactly what I wanted and it looks gorgeous! Thank you so much!

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Fabulous salon and staff

Tom Elliott
8th Mar 2022
5.0

Booked a hugely last minute cut with Clive this morning, and was grateful that I could get an appointment at such short notice. Was warmly welcomed, and service was prompt. Clive is clearly a skilled hairdresser, and I am thrilled with the outcome. Significantly better that a T&G haircut, and at a much lower price point. Will be returning.

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Excellent salon

Emma
18th Oct 2021
5.0

I don't trust anyone else bar the team here with my curly hair. Excellent service, Alex cuts it incredibly well every time and great value. I moved away from the area in 2013, but Still travel down to this salon!

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Satisfied Lady

Jean Frame
25th Apr 2021
5.0

Under these difficult times the salon works amazingly...Harriet my stylist gave me a great new style she is amazing .....thankyou

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Love relaxed,friendly salon

Sandy Brace
19th Aug 2020
5.0

I've been an MOH client for 5 years & always happy with my hair,whoever styles it.Recently,I had the pleasure of meeting Andrea who cut & coloured my neglected lockdown hair.I gave her vague ideas & she took over with her talented version.I'm thrilled with the transformation & have recommended to friends..Thanks so much Andrea & look forward to seeing you again soon

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PERFECTIONIST

Jean Frame
14th Aug 2020
5.0

Have my Haircut every 5weeks by Harriet she is such a perfectionist ...having short hair has to be precise she does that and is by far one of the best Hairdressers I have the privilege of being her client ....

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Fantastic

Vikki
5th Mar 2020
5.0

I had a complete hair transformation by stylist Harriet which was amazing, talked me through every step, so friendly, would definitely recommend.
Thank you Harriet ?

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Excellent Service

Andie
4th Feb 2020
5.0

Professional team , excellent hair cut with Clive.

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Great value and convenient

Anna
4th Feb 2020
5.0

No appointment made but with short notice was able to get a hair cut. Transformed my hair in a short space of time and is now in much better condition. Friendly staff and great value hair cut. Will be back and would recommend. Thanks

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Wonderful

Lib
27th Jan 2020
5.0

I love this salon and it is the only place I'd even consider having my hair coloured. Alex who is wonderful saved me when I'd had a colour disaster before prom 10 years ago and I havent looked back since. Reception staff are absolutely lovely and always have a smile on their faces. I love it

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WOW

Ann Juniper
8th Jan 2020
5.0

A geeting with a smile from Kim as you walk in.You know your in a good place.Seven years i have been going there.Your hair is the priority.As for you Christy your a Star x Thankyou

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Balayage Hair

Alicia Burdett
7th Sep 2019
5.0

Thank you Toby for my wonderful hair. Balayage and baby lights
Toby has dyed my hair from a young age and I have never been disappointed. Highly recommend
Alicia

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Fantastic Salon

Debbie Wicks
5th Sep 2019
5.0

Toby at Ministry of Hair has been cutting my hair for the last 20+ years and I wouldn't change salons if you paid me. I always come away feeling that I've got the right cut for me. Toby always spends time at the beginning of my appointment asking how my hair's been and finding out what I want from the next cut. He is able to make suggestions and tells me if my hair will actually do what I'd like it to do. He is very knowledgable and I always end up very happy. The other stylists are really good too and care about their clients and making them feel special. Great staff, great service and a great salon - what more can I say.

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Highly Recommend

Anonymous
2nd Sep 2019
5.0

What can I say, excellent customer service from start to finish. Staff were friendly and professional, would definitely recommend and looking forward to my next visit.

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A cut above the rest!

Lynne Rogers
2nd Sep 2019
5.0

I was staying in the area for a few days and managed to book an appointment for a haircut before leaving. The welcome and care I received from entering the salon to the end of the appointment was faultless. The receptionist was very friendly yet professional , my stylist Sam very attentive, really listened to my concerns regarding my hairstyle. The young lady who washed my hair did a great job and I had a lovely head massage which was a real treat. I have been so pleased with my haircut and can honestly say that I have not had a better hair salon experience anywhere and I have been to some good ones previously and been satisfied but this salon was a cut above the rest. I'll be sure to return the next time I'm in the area. Thank you.

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Reply to Margaret Simpson

Ministry Of Hair
2nd Sep 2019
5.0

Dear Margaret Simpson,
Re: Review 28th august 2019.

I have just arrived back after a few days away and very concerned about what happened on Wednesday when you arrived for your appointment with Lisa, resulting in you screaming at two of my team members.
After talking to 5 team members tonight they informed me of the situation.

I would just like to clarify that after Lisa informed us she was leaving, she contacted all her clients. Any that she was unable to contact we made sure we did.
Please understand it is not in our interest to loose business and we take a pride in looking after our loyal clients.
Our receptionist who unfortunately has left due to back pain and an ill mother, tried contacting you on many occasions with no answer.

It is normal for health and safety reasons in professional salons, to regularly skin test, especially when changing stylist as this gives a great opportunity for a fresh consultation.
If we had of got hold of you this would have been explained. Clive was available for your service and was very keen to do it for you.
As you had not had a fresh skin test he was very prepared to offer a cut and blow dry service, whilst giving you a fresh colour consultation and skin test, ready for you earliest availability to return for your colour.

We are very sorry for any inconvenience that was caused and hope this email clarifies we don’t like losing valued business, we also are not in the habit of lying and we have a fabulous atmosphere in our salon.

I would of hoped we could of spoken before your review, so we could of hoped to of made the situation right for you.

Kindest regards,
Toby
Ministry of Hair.

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Let down and lied to

Margaret Simpson
28th Aug 2019
1.0

I arrived for my appointment today after text reminder to be told Lisa p had left and I was required to have a skin test. I told them I had already had one so they said Clive would fit me in. They said they had tried to ring me about Lisa going but when I checked my phone there were no missed calls from them. Clive then told me I would need another skin test as the products they use are different from the skin test they had given me before. I had waited 20 mins by then and got very angry at the lack of concern for a regular customer and lies about trying to ring me. Of course this meant they had no intention of dealing with my hair colour and cut today as you have to wait a couple of days for the skin test result. Also I overheard that the receptionist had left so the atmosphere was not good.

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My dogs groomer could do better!

Anonymous
3rd Apr 2019
2.0

Salon did not even bother to reply or defend my complaint, so perhaps they already know this stylist is either lazy or not up to the job!!
***** cut my hair first time quite well, though not enough was taken off. Second visit I asked for same style and reminded her I needed bit of length at back as my hair doesn’t grow straight down at hairline( kinks up then curls down). This has never been a problem elsewhere, but she said it would have to be cut very short at back , so reluctantly I let her do it!
The style I wanted was a classic graduated inverted bob which a skilled hairdresser should have no problem with. However, I went back a week later as the sides were flapping like spaniels ears!! She said all she could do was to put some layers in as what I was asking for was a mix of two different styles and couldn’t possibly do that.!! !! This took all of 2 mins.
Well silly me for going back but I did, and you’ve guessed it, another awful Spaniels Ears Bob, that has been rushed and cut with no layering, no graduated sides and no shape. I must conclude that this hairdresser is lazy, and wants you out of the chair in less than 30 mins.

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Amazing

Charlotte
9th Feb 2019
5.0

Thank you so much to Harriet who spent hours taming my very knotty hair and was so helpful to any questions I had. Also gave me the best long lasting curls for a wedding. Thank you so much!

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Amazing service and amazing results.

Meg Dawson
8th Feb 2019
5.0

Being new to the area, I was instantly impressed with the warm, friendly greeting I received from all of the staff. My aim was to go from a yellow blonde to white ash and Alex could not of done a better job. I felt so comfortable in the salon which was a refreshing experience. Alex’s professionalism and skill meant that the end result completely exceeded my expectation! Thank you so much! ????

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Brilliant Alex!

Elaine Fraser-Gausden
25th Jan 2019
5.0

Alex has been cutting my hair for over 25 years and I would want anyone else. He always does it perfectly, and I have also loved our many, many conversations on everything under the sun. Thank you!

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Hair with Clive

Jill Taylor
24th Jan 2019
5.0

Have been using this Salon for 5 years, the staff are always so very friendly, helpful and cheerful!

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Clive at Ministry of Hair

Scott
24th Jan 2019
5.0

I have been coming to Ministry of Hair for many years and have always been made to feel welcome. The staff and stylists are polite and professional. I recently moved away from Eastbourne, but I’m happy to travel a half hour drive to get my hair.

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Hair with Clive

Frances Lloyd
24th Jan 2019
5.0

To be with Clive is always a pleasure his work is outstanding and he never disappoints .

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Great cut

Brian Membry
24th Jan 2019
5.0

Very pleased and happy with my cut. Been coming for years.

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The fabulous Alex!

Jan Standen
19th Jan 2019
5.0

Alex has been doing my hair for nearly 10 years and he knows it inside out. He is superb with colour and cuts my hair to maximise its potential and it looks fab! I always look forward to my trips to Ministry and chatting to Alex, and know that I will leave with my hair looking on point ever time. Would have no hesitation in recommending Alex and the team at Ministry - always a five star experience,

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Hair

Valerie williams
17th Jan 2019
5.0

Alex cut and styled my hair beautifully as usual. Nice cup of tea too.

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Perfect service at Ministry of hair

Sue Beeso
17th Jan 2019
5.0

I have been coming to Ministry of Hair , a client of Alex, for a number of years and have always received 5 star treatment . Everyone is extremely friendly and accommodating andI it’s always very easy to get an appointment to suit my plans . It’s always a pleasurable experience.

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CBD

Glenys Morgand
7th Nov 2018
5.0

Thank you Clive. Exactly as I wanted. Brilliant.

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Brilliant

Rachelle bedford
17th Oct 2018
5.0

Lovely salon.. very professional absolutely love the results of my hair colour and cut

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thank you

jacqui wy
18th Sep 2018
5.0

Clive always creates the right cut to suit my fine straight hair - you are a magician with the scissors Clive - many thank yous

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Best Salon in Eastbourne!

Susie
10th Aug 2018
5.0

Friendly and professional staff

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Ministry of hair

Anonymous
3rd Aug 2018
4.0

Always a lovely experience having my hair done, Lisa is delightful and skilled at her job,always leave feeling better ...with a spring in my step!

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Best yet!

Janet D
3rd Aug 2018
5.0

Love coming here for friendliness of staff and Alex has a real understanding of my hair and it’s needs. Best cut and colour yet.

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Highly recommended

Hannah
1st Aug 2018
5.0

Andrea has been cutting, creating and styling my hair for the last 9 years. She is always creative and turns my vague ideas into some fantastic haircuts. If you want to be a little more adventurous with your hair style, Andrea is the stylist you need to see. The MOH team are all lovely. I highly recommend the salon.

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Ministry review

Katie fenner
1st Aug 2018
5.0

Having worked here I can honestly say it’s the best salon . The staff / my friends are so lovely and welcoming , my hair is the best it’s ever been and it’s all thanks to here ! Would never ever go anywhere else ????

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Fantastic

Alison
1st Aug 2018
5.0

I have been having my hair cut by Andrea at Ministry of Hair for more than 16 years and wouldn’t go anywhere else. Everyone in there are really friendly. Thoroughly recommend.

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A big thank you

Glenys Morgans
6th Jun 2018
5.0

Have been with Clive for a number of years. Today he styled it a little shorter at my request. Fantastic - thank you Clive. You are the best!!

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Andrea

Sarah Crosbie
23rd May 2018
5.0

I’ve been going to the salon for years and wouldn’t go anywhere else. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. Andrea cuts and colours my hair and it always looks great. I often get compliments on how good my hair looks. My daughter now goes as well.

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Good hair day

Jo
21st May 2018
4.5

The salon was quite busy, the music was great, all from the ‘Noughties’ but there wasn’t a receptionist. This meant the telephone was ringing and couldn’t be answered because the stylists were too busy, this was a little off putting.
Happy with my hair (as always) but a shame no one to welcome and manage the clients.

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Wright

Jan
12th May 2018
4.5

Very professional salon, always love the way Debbie cuts and colours my hair. Shame about the awful cube sears!

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Blondes have more fun!

Maxine Irons
10th May 2018
5.0

Lovely Becky makes sure I’m just the right blonde for each season and my hair has never been in better condition!

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Devoted to Debbie!

Amanda S
9th May 2018
5.0

2 years ago, I walked into Ministry of Hair in tears, hoping they could help me fix the awful cut I had received elsewhere. Whilst I had to go shorter still, the cut was amazing and made me go back for a colour as well. I am devoted to Debbie and how she listens to what I want, how I wear my hair, and my lifestyle. She won't let me do anything impulsive, but went to great lengths to help me find the best way of having red streaks without damaging my hair.
I love the atmosphere, the coffee & they have even set up a workstation at the front which is great for busy people like me! I take my laptop & can work while my colour 'cooks'.
Love the new decor too! The salon always looks great, well maintained, loved & cared for.
The rewards scheme is a nice touch, letting you build up 'points' to spend on products or services.

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The blonde ambition

Ellie tribe
5th May 2018
5.0

Becky has been doing a fabulous job of keeping my hair both gorgeously blonde as well as nourished and strong, which is no mean feat. I get compliments and people ask where I get my hair done all the time and I think it’s safe to say it’s down to the expertise of Becky and all at Ministry of Hair. They take hair seriously, would definitely recommend.

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Becky

Emma Tipler
28th Apr 2018
5.0

Becky is a great young hairdresser
Always making me feel relaxed and making my hair look great ????

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Amazing haircut every time

Louise Cotton
26th Apr 2018
5.0

I’ve been having my hair cut at Ministry since I moved here a few years ago. Fantastic ! Being able to walk out with hair exactly how you wanted it is priceless. Would highly recommend this salon

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katie
21st Apr 2018
4.5

Love this salon! Such a friendly atmosphere. Ive never had a bad experience here and the girls are so professional. I usually see Megan for hair colour, cut and blow dry and have always been really happy with the end result! I would definitely recommend this salon to friends, I’ve been to a lot of salons in the past and this is by far the best one!

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Excellent

Hester
21st Apr 2018
5.0

Lovely salon

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