Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Hair Salon in Retford
Established in 1928, our salon has built a legacy of excellence spanning three generations. We combine decades of expertise with cutting-edge techniques to deliver innovative hair styling solutions. Our team of fully trained professionals prioritises exceptional customer service in a welcoming, relaxing environment. Recognised as a guest artist for Wella and multiple award winners, we maintain industry-leading standards through continuous training and trend leadership. Every service is tailored to enhance client confidence, ensuring you leave with fresh, invigorating results that reflect our commitment to quality and modern aesthetics. 
Services
Haircuts
Hair Colouring
Perms
Treatments
Blow Drying
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- Three generations of internationally recognised hairdressing expertise
- Award-winning salon with continuous industry recognition since 1928
- Fully trained team with advanced education from London's top academies
- Relaxing environment combining heritage with modern styling techniques
- Pioneers in implementing latest hairdressing trends and innovations
Services
Haircut & Styling
Our expert stylists provide precision cuts tailored to your face shape and lifestyle. Using modern techniques developed through decades of experience, we create styles that enhance natural features while incorporating current trends. Each session includes professional consultation to ensure optimal results that boost confidence and maintain hair health.
Hair Colouring
From classic highlights to bold creative shades, our colour specialists use premium products to achieve vibrant, long-lasting results. All clients receive mandatory allergy testing 48 hours prior to service. We offer full head colour, foils, and corrective treatments performed by stylists trained at London's top academies, ensuring dimensional results that complement individual skin tones.
Perms & Texturising
Transform your hair with our custom perm services using advanced techniques refined over three generations. Available for all hair lengths, our perms create natural-looking waves or defined curls that last. The process includes professional consultation to determine optimal curl size and maintenance requirements based on hair type and desired style.
Hair Treatments
Restore hair health with our range of intensive treatments addressing specific concerns like damage, frizz, or lack of volume. The 'Nice and Smooth' treatment provides six-month straightening effects while maintaining hair integrity. All treatments utilise professional-grade products selected for their proven effectiveness in improving hair texture and appearance.
Blow Dry Services
Achieve perfect hair for special occasions or daily wear with our expert blow dry services. Stylists use professional tools and techniques to create long-lasting volume, sleek finishes, or defined waves. The service includes scalp massage and product application tailored to hair type, ensuring salon-quality results that maintain hair health.
People
Clive Boon
Managing Director
Third-generation hairdressing expert with formal training at London's Ginger Group and Vidal Sassoon academies. Has led the business to multiple national awards while maintaining family traditions of excellence. Brings over 30 years of industry experience to daily operations and stylist training programs.
Questions
What hair services does Boons offer?
We provide comprehensive hairdressing services including cuts, colouring, perms, treatments, and styling. Our specialists also offer creative colour techniques and corrective treatments using industry-leading methods developed over 90 years of experience.
How can I book an appointment?
Appointments can be booked through our online booking system or by calling us directly at 01777 702187 during operating hours. We recommend booking in advance for popular time slots.
Are there any special requirements for colour services?
Yes, all new clients require a mandatory skin allergy test 48 hours before their appointment. We also cannot provide colour services for clients under 16 years old due to company policy.
What makes Boons different from other salons?
As a family business operating since 1928, we combine three generations of expertise with continuous training at top London academies. Our stylists have won multiple national awards and regularly collaborate with Wella professionals to maintain industry leadership.
Do you sell hair products?
Yes, we offer a curated selection of professional hair care products specifically chosen to maintain salon-quality results at home. Our stylists can recommend products tailored to your hair type and treatment needs.
Are you currently hiring stylists?
We're always seeking talented stylists who share our commitment to excellence. Qualified candidates should submit their CV through our contact page. Successful applicants receive competitive rewards and professional development opportunities.
Reviews (5)
Pauline Heywood-Hunt
Jun 13, 2021
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Positive:Cleanliness,Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
Came to see Clive, who answered all my questions, and shared his recommendations. The result was amazing! Excellent customer service all the staff are super friendly and professional and I felt taken care of from start to finish.
Came to see Clive, who answered all my questions, and shared his recommendations. The result was amazing! Excellent customer service all the staff are super friendly and professional and I felt taken care of from start to finish.
Kate
Aug 28, 2020
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Been going to Boons for many years. Lovely staff, always feel welcome!! Great hairdressers, best in Retford!
Julie Goad
Jul 06, 2020
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Wonderful experience, expert stylists, felt totally safe and it is a very friendly atmosphere. I am really happy now xx
Jane Cappleman-Jackson
May 16, 2020
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Have been going to Boons for about 35 years and Clive knows how to get the best from curly hair- have had many styles over the years - wouldnt go anywhere else!
Joy Talbot
May 08, 2020
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Been going to boons for many years. Fantastic service and talented hairdressers. Clive and Ella have done an excellent job with my hair both cutting and colouring exactly to my liking. Highly recommend to anyone well worth a visit
