Beauty salon near Gilesgate, Durham

If you are in Gilesgate, you are closer to us than almost anyone. Sirens City Retreat is in Durham Market Place, just down the bank, and clients from Gilesgate, Gilesgate Moor and Dragonville have been coming to us for years. Fifteen years in the Market Place, more than 30 industry awards, and over 500 five star reviews.

Getting to us from Gilesgate

From Gilesgate we are ten to fifteen minutes on foot, straight down Claypath into the Market Place, and plenty of our Gilesgate clients simply walk down. Regular buses run from Sunderland Road into the centre if you would rather ride, and if you drive, the Prince Bishops car park is a couple of minutes from us on foot. However you come, it is one of the shortest trips to an award-winning salon you will find anywhere.

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Our treatments, minutes from Gilesgate

Everything below is a short walk or drive from Gilesgate, and these are the treatments clients make the trip for.

Skin treatments and facials

This is where we are hardest to match. Our team is trained to paramedical level, and alongside relaxing facials we offer advanced skin work very few salons in the area can: DMK enzyme therapy, microneedling, chemical peels, LED and dermaplaning. Start with our skin treatments page, read about acne and problem skin, or book a skin consultation and we will tell you the truth about what will help.

Massage and spa

Proper massage in calm, comfortable rooms, from relaxing through to deep tissue, and spa treatments that turn an appointment into an afternoon off. Clients tell us it is the hour of the week they actually keep for themselves. See our massage page and our spa treatments page.

Nails, lashes and brows

Gel, BIAB, extensions, natural nail care and pedicures, done by people who care about the health of your nails. Lash extensions, lash lifts and brow lamination, tailored to suit you. See our nails page and our lashes and brows page.

Waxing

Hot wax for face, body and intimate areas, including Hollywood and pregnancy waxing, gentle, quick and completely judgement free. Everything is on our waxing page.

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New to Sirens? You are very welcome

Your first visit starts with a proper consultation, we take the time to learn what you like, and there is no pressure of any kind.

Why clients from Gilesgate choose Sirens

Runner Up, Scratch Awards 2024
Over 30 industry awards
Hundreds of five-star reviews
Specialists in BIAB and gel polish
Over 350 colours, glitters, chrome and nail art options
Loyal clients with nail journeys spanning 10–15 years
Nail health-led approach with no shortcuts

“Great beauty salon. Had my DMK enzyme therapy done here and will be coming back again.” Anna Doran

“Was recommended to Sirens by a friend for waxing and it was an amazing experience. Made me feel so comfortable for my first time, will 100 percent be back.” uyime ntia

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Sirens from Gilesgate?

We are in Durham Market Place, ten to fifteen minutes on foot from Gilesgate, straight down Claypath. Plenty of our Gilesgate clients simply walk down.

Where should I park?

The Prince Bishops car park is a couple of minutes from us on foot, and we are happy to suggest the quietest times to come when you book.

Can I get to you without a car?

Easily. Walk down Claypath, or catch one of the regular buses from Sunderland Road into the centre.

Do you take new clients?

We do, and you are very welcome. Your first visit starts with a proper consultation, with no pressure of any kind. Have a read of our before you book page to see what to expect.

Google reviews

    
 
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely salon, v happy with my nails and Lexi was super chatty and friendly 😊
  
 
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   Monique Paterson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a massage with Helen today. Absolutely amazing. 🤩
  
 
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   Catherine Draycott 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Enjoyed the BIAB nails treatment. Sirens is clean, professional and sophisticated. I went there through word of mouth and was not disappointed. Will be back!
  
 
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   uyime ntia 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Was recommended to Sirens by a friend for waxing and was an amazing experience! Lexi made me feel so comfortable for my first time, will 100% be back!!
  
 
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   Patricia King 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A friendly, professional salon with a full range of services, where the service is timely and the vibe is warm.
  
 
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   Anna Ageeva 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great beauty salon. Had my DMK enzyme therapy done here once and will be coming back again :)
  
 
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   Ivy Lai 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is my first time in Sirens and it was an amazing experience. My therapist Millie was very professional and efficient. 100% would absolutely recommend!