They actually messed my booking up originally as I'd booked online and it "hadn't come through" to…read morethe Spa, so initially I was put off already thinking about the 1/2 star review they'd get, however the way the girl (forgot to get her name) dealt with the problem made all issues go away! I was a little early for my 1pm appointment anyway and as she explained the mix up, she stated that a masseuse would be available in 30 minutes, appologised, and said that she'd only charge me for the 30 minute price as appose to the 55 minute price I'd book and was going to receive. Now I mean everyone likes freebies yes but I think this type of customer service, where they admit they were at fault and make amends by doing something to offset them inconveniencing you is lost nowadays and a lot of the time you're made to feel like you're the one at fault. Having worked in the customer service field I get how important it is but also how easy it is to forget about it and think 'why does it matter' well this review proves it does with a 4 star rating! On this visit I had a 55 minutes Deep-Tissue massage due to my increasingly fragile muscles (too much football) and I left feeling great. Deep-Tissue massages can be a little different and less relaxing as they are digging into you a little more but I did feel surprisingly supple afterwards! Normal price for this massage would be £50 and I highly recommend it - just don't book online ;)

I have never ever had a facial before so this was a whole new experience for me!…read more For my mum's birthday, I wanted to spoil her a bit and try something new. For the last birthday, we learnt how to make sushi at Samsi in Spinningfields which was hilarious! My mum had never had a facial either and I didn't know if she'd ever had her nails done, so I booked us in for a mini facial (you pick two areas yourself) and a polish and preen manicure each. Upon arrival, you will smell delightful incense and be seated in very comfy chairs... We had to wait in turn for the facial as we chose the micro dermal diamond facial - there is only one machine for this. Boy was it worth it though! I was even advised upon asking the nail technician that this was the best one to choose. I was nervous at first but the calming music that carries throughout the building and the confident person doing the facial, explaining everything each step of the way, is more than enough to help you relax! He explained that he would be cleansing the skin first, then applied a rough scrub to my face, and notified me he would be turning on the machine and not to be alarmed. ...Machine?! Oh you mean the quiet whirring of the box next to you with the tiny suction wand? Oh it's like it sandblasts my skin? It felt like a tiny little suction tip moving across my T-Zone! Amazing! And if you hadn't had enough of the revelation of your skin feeling like it can actually breath afterwards, wait until he shows you the container of dirt that's been sucked out of your pores! Ewwww!! But so good to see and feel how much clearer your skin is :) I went back through to have my nails done whilst my mum went in - the guy doing the facials was great and gave us all the advice we needed - you can have these facials every 11 days if you're trying to target an area of blackheads - I totally need to do this... The girl doing my nails was lovely, advised me on a colour because I was so indecisive and the bright blue looks lovely on :) If you're in need of a nails scrub up like we were, the preen and polish is definitely for you! Cuticles treated, trimmed if need be, nails polished, filed and lacquers of polish. 3 days later and they still look good :) I will definitely be back for more facials! Go take a visit and spoil yourself!

I went for a treatment here and the staff were lovely and helpful toward me, and the treatment I…read morehad (hot stones) was fantastic and really relaxing :) Will be returning soon can't wait!!

Got a body massage here and it was wonderful! The place was clean and the staff were very inviting,…read morenice people. For once in my life I think I truly relaxed and felt really good afterwards! I highly recommend you go here :)

Game me an incredible deep tissue massage, price was incredibly affordable and they offer extra…read moreamenities for very cheap too

I've been for a couple of treatments here. The team are always friendly, the clinic is clean,…read moremodern and well equipped. You do have to ring the buzzer to alert someone to let you in as the door is always locked, which can seem a little unwelcoming but it's understandable along the busy (sometimes dodgy) main road. My treatment was well explained and then carried out professionally. I felt like my skin was in good hands. It's obviously a busy clinic with a huge client base yet everything seems to run smoothly and on time. There is a fee to pay for missed appointments but luckily they send out handy 'reminder texts' the day before your appointment. If you're after good service from knowledgeable staff, then be sure to book in.

I have been using the Wainwright Centre for a few weeks now for a couple of alternative therapies…read more I have found them to be extremely pleasant, knowledgeable, gentle and very helpful. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone. Many thanks to the staff for all their hard work.

The newly built Vallance Centre was desperately needed to replace the crumbling Brunswick Health…read moreCentre. The Vallance Centre is purpose build for the needs of local people and it really shows. Whereas the Brunswick Health Centre felt rushed and under pressure, the Vallance site appears sleek and calm. You can sign up in a couple of days and most people won't have to give a full medical although they may take some blood and urine samples for their records. There is also a useful online booking service. The centre is modern and clean, but if you want a more family oriented practice I'd head to Surrey Lodge which has a more 'traditional feel'. Most people who live in the University/Ardwick area will find they are within the geographical zones for both. They also now offer the following services: Accupuncture Asthma Clinic Cardiovascular Screening Clinical Smears Child Health Counselling Diabetic Clinics Dietary Advice District Nursing Drug Clinic Health Visiting Maternity Medical Services Minor Surgery Nurse Triage Over 75 Checks Physiotherapy Private Medicals Screening Services Smoking Cessation Travel Clinic Well Person Clinic Wart Clinic

For a doctors surgery which draws a lot of students, the Vallance Centre is certainly out of the…read moreway. If you had a weight problem, you could burn a fair few pounds off walking to the Surgery from some of the less central halls of residence. I signed up to be a patient here in my first week of University, and have only had to visit once, and that was when I was taking care of a friend. From her account, the care taken by the staff and partners here was exemplary, and she enjoyed the experience as much as she could, considering her circumstances! From my point of view, sat in the waiting room, I thought that the venue was a fantastic choice for a Surgery. It does not feel overly 'surgical', and it definitely works in the favour of the partners, as there is not a pressured atmosphere when waiting for an appointment. You can book appointments online through their website, which is very handy when you are planning for an appointment in advance. Otherwise, the schedule can become very busy, and you may have to wait a while for an emergency appointment. The Centre also offers a wide range of different medical-related services, including Acupuncture. Hopefully, I wont have to visit the Vallance Centre much, although, if I do, at least I know where it is, and know that it is not like a small extension of God's Waiting Room. For a surgery, it is as good as it could be.

Just what the doctor ordered (or should I say Reiki Master). Ann was very welcoming and put me to…read moreease straight away. Her calm demena helped settle my anxiety and I could literally feel the positive energy after I left. 5 sessions later and I feel like I did in my 20s when life was somewhat easier.

I had a relaxing full body aromatherapy massage here recently and was BLISSED OUT for the remainder…read moreof the evening into the next day. Restricted appointments are only available a couple of days a week, but well worth moving things around in your diary to ensure you can book in. I cant wait for my next massage!