Vibro is the only gym I've ever stuck to. Results in a matter of weeks and a friendly place to work…read moreout. Massages are fantastic too.

Once in a while everyone needs a break, and at the end of a particularly stressful week of work i…read moretook Friday afternoon off for some me time. Having had Vibro suite recommended to me by a friend I decided to check out the spa and am very glad I did. They have a fantastic range of treatments and are able to accommodate you if you want a 30 minute lunch time treat or like me an entire afternoon of relaxation. In an attempt to relax I opted for a "Deep Tissue Massage" and a "Bespoke You Facial" both were 1 hour treatments. The welcome was fantastic and I immediately felt at ease and was offered a range of drinks, the initial massage was carried out very well and actually did work to release some of the tension I felt. This was followed by a 10 minute break where I was allowed to sit relax and offered another drink. The Facial consisted of a 15 minute consultation asking about my skin type and normal routine. This was followed by a full 1 hour facial which I think was done very well. Unlike many other spas I wasn't pressured into buying any products or booking a follow up, the staff were fantastic and both treatments were great value for money. I would definitely recommend Vibro Suite.

This is a fairly new business, which was previously a newsagent that had been established for…read moredecades. The beauty salon has been opened by the daughter-in-law of the previous owners. I popped in when I first noticed the salon and although there were two beauticians standing there, seemingly doing nothing, I was told to book an appointment and return later. I was surprised because all I needed done was eye-brow threading, which only takes a few minutes. When I did return at my appointment time, another client was being seen to and getting a bridal make-up and hair trial done. The client wasn't comfortable with another customer being there so I was told to return in 10-15 minutes. I found this unreasonable and very unprofessional. When I eventually did get my eyebrows done I wasn't impressed. Few hairs had been taken out so there was no definition. It all seemed like much ado for nothing.

TERRIBLE SERVICE!! I moved into this area a few weeks ago…read moreand spotted this salon which i thought is very convinient for me, i went in for some waxing, their were a few girls just sitting down on their phones and told me its fully booked il have to book in for another day.. So i was quite surprised as they were just sitting down lazing around, so i booked in for the next day and my appointment was at 1;00pm i didnt get seen untill 2;00pm! When i went inside the beauty room for my waxing it was vile! Their was wax all over the floor and beauty bed. The lady called maneesha started doing my waxing, i was quite surprised when she picked up the phone and started calling someone, one hand she had the phone and the other hand she was doing my waxing! This was so unhygienic! I left the salon after my waxing and noticed a rash on my legs so i called the salon and spoke to the lady she jus told me to put some cream on their?? This salon is a joke! I will never go back again

I booked myself in to have the Java body wrap which provides firming and slimming results…read more When I got there, they measured my body taking note of my current body size. Then I had to put on some very attractive paper pants before the lady started to wrap me up using lots of bandages that had been soaked in what can only be described as a clay like substance. They were left on for around 60 minutes whilst I was left to lay on the bed and relax. Afterwards I was measured again and I had lost a combined total of 5 inches from different parts of my body. Very impressive.

Beth is the most amazing massage therapist. She has helped me with back, neck, and shoulder issues,…read morewhich are aggravated by my hours behind a computer. The spa itself has been refurbished, and there are now some amazing new treatments rooms (including a double room for couples/friends). This is a dry spa so there are no wet rooms/sauna etc. It is a restful, peaceful place to visit, and has a lovely team there. Worth signing up to their newsletter online so that you get sent a discount code for your first treatment.

I purchased a voucher for a full body massage here a few weeks ago...and I have to say this was…read moreprobably on par with the best full body massage I have ever had! It was a little confusing to find as the salon is inside another salon which has no reference to beauty by yasmin on the outside My therapist was a girl called Becky, and she really made me feel comfortable and relaxed. She really spent a decent amount of time on each area, and used just the right amount of force. The full body massage really was 'full body' which included feet and neck, as some places don't. She uses base oils rather than almond oils, in case people have nut allergies. Also I was offered a hot drink or glass of water at the end. Very Happy with the service, and all treatments are half price until the end of august if u ask for Becky when booking!

I am a new prospective client and texted them to enquire about their massage services. Received a…read morereally rude reply back saying that they don't have time to answer me

So, the Cube hasn't been around for -very- long in Birmingham, but I hadn't had a chance to…read moreproperly check it out as yet. As I very rarely come to the Mailbox area of the City (this probably stems from being a student and not being able to afford to come here), when I saw an offer for Afternoon Tea; I thought it was about time to get down and properly have a nose. I was looking for an excuse to meet up with my friend (Lula Belle of http://www.glamourinthecounty.com/) for sparkly and chats, it was a good an excuse as any to book up and invite her down to join me. First thing of note, the renovations/work that is currently going on in the Mailbox has made it a darn confusing place to be. Rather than going in the main entrance, we had to walk around the side of the building and then travel the escalators to then go down the stairs to get to the Bridge for the Cube. This, however, was only the start of our incredible journey to find the Lounge in the Cube. Once we had got in the Cube, we went down to the ground floor (where the are is most visible) just to realise all the doors are closed off. There was signs on the doors advising us to go the level 6 though. "Great!" we thought and toddled off. Are there any signs telling you what floor you're on? No, No there aren't. After finding an exit had been closed off (for more work), we finally found a friendly security guard who advised how we could get to the Club and spa (up the escalators, around the building, along the bridge and down yet more stairs). Once we had finally got into the building, however, it was worth the trek. We were greeted at the smart reception (by a gigantic climbing wall, who knew that was there?) by a friendly member of staff who gave us directions to get through the warren like building to reach the cafe/bar. Once we had reached it, it was like a little breath of fresh air. Greeted by bright purples and yellows with fabulous design details and obvious cleanliness and care; we knew this was the right place to be. Once we had confirmed our reservation, we were asked whether we would prefer tea or coffee, if we had any allergies and whether we wanted sweet Prosecco (the answers were coffee, no and Of Course!). We found ourself some comfy high backed chairs towards the back of the venue and sat back to await our Afternoon Tea. First thing of note, I have never HAD afternoon tea before. As another hit in my "Festival of First's" activities, I thought this might be one I would really enjoy (spoiler alert: I wasn't disappointed). The coffee and Prosecco was delivered within a couple of minutes. The coffee was hot, strong and delicious. The staff (and the company) was wonderful throughout the whole experience. As soon as we had finished a pot of coffee, it was refilled and bought back promptly. The selection of finger sandwiches, cream scones (with fresh fruit and jam) and cakes were fresh and delicious (and we were given just the right amount). We were booked in for tea at 3pm. By 6pm, we were still sitting and enjoying the chilled out atmosphere (as well as the last of the coffee). Even though the venue closed at 6pm, we weren't once hurried out or asked to move on. The food, staff and overall experience was fantastic. As a note to the Cube though; better signage would be a good idea!

I managed to get a good deal for a day spa visit here for my mums birthday for the both of us. The…read morestaff were welcoming on arrival even though we did have to call twice to find out how to get there as neither of us had been there before! There is a good size changing room for women, with showers and hairdryers. The pool would seem to be too small for swimming lengths but good for relaxing, which I'm sure is the point of a spa. There are 2 jets which massage your back while your in the pool, though initially they can feel slightly harsh you do get used to it. There are showers by the pool to rinse off afterwards. There are also two saunas (at different temperatures) and a steamroom. Around the corner is a chill out area with pods which can fit in two persons. It is very relaxing. Our day visit included lunch but to get to it we had to walk back through the main reception, which was strange. It also felt rather weird to eat while in a dressing gown while others are fully clothed. People don't seem to walk by the fully glass walls that often but I did feel slightly uncomfortable being in a dressing gown. It was quiet which was nice and there were sofas so you could relax with a glass of wine. The wine cost more than I expected to pay but then I realised it was a spa in city centre Birmingham. We had facial included in the price and got a pedicure for extra. The staff were very knowledgeable when it came to the facial and they took care considering my nose job. The young lady talked me through the process beforehand and tailored the facial to suit my personal needs. It was very relaxing and my skin felt fabulous afterwards. The pedicure included a nice glass of champagne and a massage. It was worth it and the nail polish lasted ages! The day was perfect but did not last long enough but came out feeling very relaxed. It was the best way to end the week.

I thought I'd give my back some well earned tlc after a week of lifting and shifting heavy stuff. I…read morewas pleased to find I only had to go round the corner for a massage. 17 pounds for a half body massage, 31 pounds for a full body, they offer aromatherapy massages too and they also offer a multitude of other beauty related services that my memory fails to recall (manicures and stuff). Anyway the massage was just what I needed, the atmosphere was serene and relaxed with a divine aroma drifting around the room. My back was thoroughly rubbed to leave me feeling loose and rejuvenated by the end. The tension that seemed to have accrued over a week of activity was dissipated by a very capable masseuse. Treat yourself to some tlc and head to Re-Spa.

I booked a full body massage here and when I got there, the lady took me to the room where I got…read moreready. There was relaxing music on and I lay down and waited for her to return. The lady came back and started to massage me up using lots of aromatherapy oils that h can only be described as calming. I was treated for around 60 minutes whilst I was left to lay on the bed and relax. Afterwards I felt completely relaxed and could have easily fell asleep!

I am a fan. Zen is…read morelike a cross between Aladdin's Cave and something out of Narnia. They sell all sorts of wonderful items in here, they really do have something for everyone. Whether your after ornaments or texts for religious worship or interest, or more general materials to fill an interest or hobby, they have it in stock here. From books, to ornaments, gods and candles, pendants to dream catchers, you feel like you can spend quite a bit of time in here. I was after a fancy lamp shade I had seen in here, but by the time I got back to the store, it had sold. If your after that unique gift, body art or just need to top up on supplies, best to call in here. The assistants are also very helpful, and if they don't have what your after, they can point you in the right direction.

Mushrooms and crystals. Well, not so much mushrooms anymore…read more Every girl goes through a phase don't they? A hippy, witchy phase where they get all into crystals and binding spells and all that jazz. Zen is a great shop if you're into crystal healing or simply want to buy some nice incense. I used to buy mushrooms from their Brindley Place branch but I probably shouldn't share those stories in the public domain...

Tandis got me lookin so overpowered I swear I triggered a cutscene walking out. The fade was…read morehitting harder than a Roblox obby rage-quit, my hairline got soft-launched, and the barber was speedrunning my scalp with world record splits. I looked in the mirror and genuinely buffered. Bro turned me from side quest extra to final boss with DLC drip. This place is actually patch breaking.

Here you get a good haircut at a reasonable price, and a cheery tea to go with it as well!read more

Whilst I realise this is a review for a big chain, I really think this one needs to be shouted…read moreabout! Context: I am a fat girl. I don't want to be a fat girl any more. I have been a member of a number of gyms in the past, and for many many reasons hated it and quit. I was determined this time to find one that would work for me. Enter Bannatyne's Brindley Place: The bizarre decor immediately appealed. The pool is dimly lit, so I don't feel super self conscious about my bits being on show, and the gym itself is never rammed full of people so I never feel I'm being looked at. The muscly oiled men keep to themselves in a separate area with free weights which also helps me feel less anxious about visiting. But the real reason this place is awesome is because of two very specific people: 1) Steve Northam - he inducted me into the gym, he puts up with my whinging and my craziness over any kind of exertion, and at times he can be a little bit strange too (he does competitive fencing! Amazing, right?!) but above all he encourages me to keep at it. And it seems to be working. 2) Lee - a personal trainer who runs the spinning class on Thursday mornings and Sunday evenings. He warms us up to COUNTING CROWS (yes, I know, it shouldn't make sense but IT DOES!) and continues the sessions mixing Lady Gaga and Alanis Morrissette and Pearl Jam and Kings of Leon and on the rare occasion we manage to twist his arm to turn on the disco lights, it's like doing a bike ride at Snobs. And I've discovered I LOVE it. So. Indie / metal spinning, and crazy helpful instructors? On that note I'm IN. (ahhh cheesy ending, I know, but I couldn't resist :)

I booked this spa day through the wanada site which included use of all the health club facilities…read morea facial and a free take home product! A great way to spend a Saturday with a friend :-) Arriving at 10:30 I was determined to make use of all the facilities, and that's exactly what we did. My friend and I were shown around the health club - free water machine,changing rooms, swimming pool, steam room, jacuzzi and sauna. We spent spent our time relaxing on the loungers reading magazines and generally just chillaxing using the jacuzzi and steam and sauna rooms. The changing room facilities are great complete with the usual showers, toliets, lockers (don't forget a £1 coin!) drier for swimming costumes and hairdryers. You can also bring in your own hair straighteners to plug in. We each had a facial in the spa whereby they used a range of Elemis products on our skin which resulted in super soft skin. The spa staff were friendly and professional and I must say I felt very relaxed after my treatment as it included a head massage too. I will defintely returning for another spa day.