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Hello from Vanilla Spa Team...

owner

Claire

Having been in the beauty industry since the age of 17, Claire has experience across salons, treatments, brands and all levels of practice.  When the opportunity arose to create her own spa she drew on this knowledge to design the Vanilla Spa experience ensuring every detail reflects a commitment to exceptional service, relaxation and outstanding results. 

 

In February 2013 Vanilla Spa was born, founded on a philosophy that values client wellbeing and calm. Today, Claire coninues to champion this vision, welcoming clients with warmth and expertise. Whilst you'll mostly find her in the new hair studio next door, her influence can be felt thoughout every corner of the spa. 

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"My goal has always been to create a space where clients can truly switch off. Whether I'm working on hair or overseeing the salon, I want every visit to leave people feeling relaxed, confident and cared for"

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Step into the studio with Claire on wednesdays and fridays, where every service is delivered with precision and thoughtfullness.

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assistant manager & beauty therapist

Liz

Liz joined Vanilla Spa in 2021 and is level 2 qualified. With a genuine passion for wellbeing she brings a thoughful, nurtuting approach to each clients visit, ensuring everyone feels completely at ease from the moment they arrive. 

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Drawn to treatments that promote deep relaxation and restoration, Liz is especially known for her soothing massages and facials. Her focus is always on creating a calming, unhurried experience, leaving clients feeling relaxed, rebalanced and truly looked after. 

"From the moment you arrivew, I aim to vreate a calm and welcoming space where you can truely unwind. I particularly love giving massages - they're my favourtie way to help clinets feel restored, relaxed and revitalised"

Unwind and experience pure restoration with Liz on mondays, wednesdays, thursdays and fridays and selected saturdays. 

senior therapist

Janna

Janna has been part of the Vanilla Spa since 2000 - long before it was even Vanilla Spa as we know it today. As a senior therapist and wonderful holistic therapy specialist, she is a familiar and trusted presence, known for her calming and nurturing approach and her ability to make her clients feel truly restored. 

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She focuses on therapies that support balance and wellbeing, creating treatments that are both relaxing and deeply rejuvenating. Clients appreciate her intuitive touch, attenion to detail and the peaceful atmosphere she brings to every session. 

"Holistic treatments such as Reiki, Crystal Healing and Relexology allow the body and mind to reset. I love how these therapies help clients feel balanced, grounded and completely relaxed long after their treatment ends"

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Come and experience Janna's spiritual touch on monday, wednesday, thursday, friday and selected saturdays. 

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senior therapist

Nicole

Nicole has been in the beauty industry since leaving school. She brings a wealth of experience, skill and proffessional approach to her work. Her career has taken her through some prestigious, high-end enviroments in beauty, where her attention to detail and exceptional standards are paramount. 

 

Nicole is delighted to welcome clients back to the treatment rooms after having her little girl. With a genuine love for nails, she takes pride in creating beautifully finished treatments. From a clean, natural look to fun expressing styles, Nicole enjoys creating work to suit her clients. 

"I love nail treatments because they're such a personal form of self-care. Whether its s fresh set of BIAB, something elegant or a fun design - a well-finished set can make you feel instantly put together and confident. Its the little things that amke the difference"

Enjoy a calm and refined treatment experience with Nicole in the spa on wednesdays and thursdays with selected saturdays also available. 

senior therapist

Laura

Laura has been in the beauty industry since 2003, building a career that has taken her across the world and into some of the most exclusive spa and salon settings, including working at sea. This international background has shaped her precise and professional approach and her appreciation for exceptional service. 

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She joined Vanilla Spa in early 2025, bringing with her a calm confidence and a consistently high standard of care. Laura is known for delivering treatments that can feel both restorative and refined, ensuring clients can fully relax while enjoying beautifully executed results.

"Environ facials are one of my favourite treatments because it delivers visable, lasting results whilst still feeling incredibly relaxing. I love how it supports the skin long term and helps my clients build a real confidence."

You can book in with Laura on mondays, wednesdasy and fridays and selected saturdays to experience luxury with Laura herself. 

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Poppy

beauty therapist

With us since 2024, Poppy is a level 2 qualified beauty therapist and is currently completing her Level 3. She is excited to be offering more treatments to her clients very soon. 

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Poppy loves making her clients feel their best, whether its through a flawless manicure, a glowing tan or a rejuvenating facial. She also enjoys recommending little self-care tips ad beauty hacks to keep clients feeling pampered for long after they leave the salon. 

"My favourite treatments are nails and tanning because I love seeing how a little care can instantly boost your confidence. I'm also excited to introduce electrical facials - they're so refreshing for the skin!"

Relax into a feel-good treatment with poppy on wednesdays, fridays and selected monday and saturdays. 

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