Shopping in Glasgow: Health, Beauty and Fitness
In Glasgow West End there is a fantastic range of shops, salons, chemists, hairdressers, parlours, pools and gyms. I want to tell you about some of the best places to go to if you want to pamper and indulge yourself, treat your friends, de-stress, cure that cough or find that feelgood factor.
All types of health, wellbeing and beauty services are available - whether you are looking for a facial, flotation, aromotherapy, hydrotherapy, a manicure, a pedicure, pilates or t'ai chi, private health care or professional development coaching. You may be simply seeking the advice of a friendly pharmacist or requiring the skills of a talented hairdresser. In the West End all of these are on offer:
Arlington Baths Club
61 Arlington St, Woodlands, Glasgow - Telephone: 0141 332 6021
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The oldest surviving swimming club in Britain - founded in 1870. A West End institution, the club has a 21 metre long pool, a sauna, Turkish baths and a gymnasium. There are a number of services available including: massage, chiropody and reflexology.
Dr Patrica Finlay - Non Surgical Facial Rejuvenation
Treatments are carried out personally by Dr Patricia Finlay in covenient locations in Glasgow's West End, Southside and Fife.
The Byres Road Dental Practice, 175 Byres Road Glasgow 12 and in Jennifer's Beauty Salon Pittenweem,Fife.
It's never been so easy to to achieve a relaxed and rejuvenated facial appearance without surgery.
Read the feature for more information
Patricia Finlay, BDS FDS RCPS
Telephone: 0141 427 3006
Mobile: 0787 2929 058
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Winston Hemmingsley - Hairdresser
Observatory Road, Glasgow West End
Telephone: 0141 334 5749
Winston has been my hairdresser off and on since I was 17. These days it's good to have him very handily situated in Glasgow's West End; after some extensive travelling and working in a variety of places including Japan, Holland and New York. Along the way he has had some very interesting experiences and worked with some well kent clients including celebrities such as Lulu and Elizabeth Taylor.
Previously he has had salons on Great Western Road and Otago Street; now you can have your hair expertly cut and colourd Winston in a little salon he has set up in his West End home.
Ring for an appointment: 0141 334 5749.
Byres Road Dental Practice
175 Byres Road, Glasgow, G12 8TS
Telephone: 0141 339 2630
or 0141 334 7945
Situated conveniently in the hub of the West End in the middle of Byres Road, the dental practice provides a comprehensive range of dental services. It also offers a pleasant experience with friendly and helpful staff available to greet you and deal with your enquires.
Your dental needs will be listened to carefully and a treatment plan drawn up to suit your requirements.
Above all else - Our aim is to ensure that you leave smiling!
We offer:
- Invisalign
- Non-surgical facial rejuvenation
- Sedation
- Acupuncture
- Tooth Whitening
- Veneers
- Crowns
- Hygienist
- Dental Plan
- 0% finance
Richardson Murray, Hair and Beauty Salon
Richardson Murray - Hair and Beauty Salon
487 Great Western Road, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow G12 8HL, Telephone: 0141 337 2999. www.richardsonmurray.com
A simply sensational salon - when it comes to hair and beauty it offers an experience that is both unique and comprehensive. If you feel that you need a little indulgence or maintain your stylish appearance then you should head along Great Western Road to Dawn murray's wonderful salon, where you can You can choose from a wide range of services including Hair and Beauty Treatments, Spa, Barbershop, Nailbar and Clinic.
Read the full feature on Richardson Murray.
10 Design, Hairstylists
520 Great Western Road, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow G12
Telephone: 0141 339 9027
Treat yourself to a stylish cut in a friendly atmosphere.
Recently moved from Ruthven Lane, Tim and his gang have got a swish new salon. (July, 2007)
The Park Road Pharmacy Ltd
405 Great Western Road, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow G4 9HY.
Tel:0141 339 5979, Fax: 0141 337 6900.
Email:v.j.jandoo@btinternet.com
Now you can order pharmacy and health products 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and have the items delivered to your home or work.
MultiPharmacy.com and Park Road Pharmacy proudly serving the community and bringing the pharmacy home.
Very conveniently located near Kelvinbridge Underground, Park Road Pharmacy wins the West End prize for the most helpful neighbourhood pharmacy. Virinder Jandoo, the charming owner of this independent shop, and his staff, provide a very flexible and friendly service with an emphasis on customer care. The shop offers an excellent dispensing service and also has an attractive range of alternative remedies, toiletries, and beauty products. So you can sort out that cold and pick up all your other health care requirements in one go.
Opening Hours: 9.00 - 7.00 p.m. Monday - Friday and 9.00 - 6.00 p.m. Saturday.9.00 - 5.00 p.m.
Eye care and Quality eye wear
142 - 144 Byres Road, Glasgow G12 8TD, 01413392900
Currie and Quirk - more information.
Needing new spectacles or an eye examination then - Scott Currie and Gordon Quirk, qualified Dispensing Opticians with over 20 years experience in eye care, offer excellent service. The highest level of care and personal attention with friendly professional advice.
"As independent opticians we have the flexibility to meet even the most demanding of needs. Also Claire McCafferty, Optometrist, has all the latest high-tech equipment at her disposal, ensuring that your eye examination is as comprehensive as possible."
The Western Baths
12 Cranworth Street, Hillhead, G12 8BZ. Telephone: 0141 576 0294
info@westernbaths.co.uk
Established by the Victorians in the 1870's, the Western Baths is held in great affection by Westenders and ex-members all over the world. Open to members and non-members there is lots on offer. There is a 27 metre pool over which two trapezes are suspended. Other facilities include: a gym, sportshall,dance studio, sauna, Turkish suite and there's also a members' bar and a creche.
Ellen Conlin Hair and Beauty
183 - 185, Hyndland Road, Glasgow G12 9HT
Tel: 0141 339 8223
Looking for some rejuvenation, restyling, indepth indulgence or a superstar haircut, then head along to Hyndland for the ECH experience.
You can relax in the knowledge that you are in expert hands - be that your face, body or hair. Since opening in 2000 Ellen Conlin's has become firmly established as one of Glasgow's top salons attracting a faithful and discerning clientele (both male and female), who are looking for the best in grooming and styling. There are an extensive range of beauty treatments available, a make over service and the hair styling team comprises highly qualified dedicated professionals intent on creating just the look you are after and continuously striving to excel:
"Ellen is now a Master of Colour (the only one in Glasgow we believe!) -her new expertise has created an innovative and exciting outlook within our creative team".
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