Mary Handy Hair and Beauty 20 Duke Street, Henley-on-thames RG9 1UP

"I love having my hair done at Mary Handy. Kai is brilliant and welcoming, and also provides the most fantastic head massage and botanical repair treatments. Ben is just the most amazing stylist with superb cutting skills. He takes the time to understand your hair type and any issues you have, as well as providing you with superb results which will definitely get you compliments from people long after you've left the salon. Taking some Aveda products home also allows you to continue the hair repair process in between appointments. The team at Mary Handy give you the gold star treatment the very moment you enter the salon. I really wouldn't go anywhere else now. And last but by no means least, the lovely little frosty face of Mr Handy, the salon dog - he's just too adorable for words!"

"I absolutely love going to get my hair done at Mary Handy Hair. It’s more than a hair cut it’s the full experience. I was never one for going to the same salon until I came here and I’ve never looked back. The whole team are so friendly and they do an amazing job. They have turned my hair around. You wouldn’t believe the state my hair was in compared to what it looks like now. The team are even now doing my hair, bridesmaid and mums for my wedding !"

"As soon as I came to Mary Handy, I was offered a hot drink and I received tea served royally, in a beautiful, stylish teapot next to which was served a tiny vase with fresh flowers and a biscuit, what a wonderful surprise! I couldn't believe how lucky I was, especially since my mood was a bit low that day and my hair was a mess. I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to do with my hair, but Ben came up with a suggestion to change my hair colour and he said it might be a good idea to go for a darker shade that will go well with my dark eyes. It was in fact a great idea and I loved the change very much. Ben is a wonderful stylist, completely devoted to what he does, a wonderful, joyful, communicative and exceptionally empathetic person. I haven't met a better stylist so far and I will definitely be going back to see him. Mary Handy is a very tastefully decorated place. Around you can see beautiful mirrors in stylish golden frames. The place is very clean. There is a very friendly atmosphere and you feel like you belong there. Being there was the best thing I could have done for myself and I felt like I was going to start a new journey, as if new and beautiful stages in my life were going to start at that day. And I wasn’t wrong… :) You guys are wonderful! Thank you."

"Susan and the team always provide the most exceptional service and warm welcome. Ben is an extremely talented colourist and I was delighted with my hair colour and flattering cut. I wouldn't go anywhere else as they listen and you can trust their expertise. I wish them every success in Henley. From Cathy, a loyal customer."

"Such a lovely, friendly team. I have never been a regular at a particular salon until Mary Handy. We had an impromptu west end performance from a young customer this morning who obviously loves going there too and had brought sweets for all the customers... And they have massage boots too! New shop looking gorgeous."