The Tanning Shop Reviews 

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Evaluating 39 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the friendly staff for providing exceptionally welcoming, helpful, and professional service during every single visit to the salon. Consumers often note the spotless shop environments, top-of-the-range equipment, and a wide variety of excellent tanning lotions that make every session thoroughly enjoyable. Some reviewers were not happy with occasional service issues, pointing out unexpected store closures, delayed openings, and unhelpful or dismissive staff interactions. A few other people also felt that facility maintenance could be improved, mentioning equipment malfunctions, broken parts, or minor disturbances during their tanning sessions.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been a regular customer for two years at the Finchley Road salon. I just wanted to show appreciation to two ladies who work there Erica and Kayleigh they are always so welcoming and friendly,... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Tanning shop on Pendeford Avenue is fabulous and most importantly clean. I particularly like the jewel beds as they are powerfull but cool. Customer service is always on point and you always welco... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I visit the Crystal Peaks branch, as it’s the best tanning shop in Sheffield. Clean, great equipment and easy access. I’m always impressed with Natalie’s customer service, she always makes you feel ve... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The team at 'Fulham Broadway' are very friendly, the store is well managed (and extremely clean and tidy) by Jayla. She is always welcoming and nothing is too much trouble!

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Welcome to the Tanning Shop, the home of innovative tanning equipment and safe tanning solutions. Established in the 1990’s, the Tanning Shop was built on a solid foundation of tanning knowledge and a 100% commitment to providing the highest levels of customer service, whether you choose UV or Sunless tanning we are here to assist you. A visit to the Tanning Shop is not just about a tanning session; it is about having a fantastic experience, promoting well-being, looking good and feeling great!


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love this shop the sunbeds are great

Love this shop the sunbeds are great , always changing the bulbs and keeping them clean

26 April 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi KIara,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're delighted you had a wonderful experience at one of our stores. Our team strives to provide exceptional service, and it’s so rewarding to know we achieved that for you. Your support and feedback mean the world to us, and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Luton tanning amazing staff helpful…

Luton tanning amazing staff helpful always polite especially Jodie very helpful

12 July 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Nicola,

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your time at our Luton store and can't wait to welcome you back in store soon

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best sunbed shop

The Tanning shop Bishop Auckland, having used beds before in a few places I have to say this shop is by far the best not only for the beds but the cleanliness, friendly staff, help with choosing best creams for your skin type , Vicki the manager & Hayley & Lucy run the shop so well cleaning and customer service is second to none nothing is to much trouble I’d highly recommend using these 💕

5 July 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Dobbie,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're thrilled Vicki, Hayley & Lucy provide you with a wonderful experience in our Bishop Auckland store.

They will all be delighted to hear about your positive feedback so we will make sure to pass on your comments.

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Shocking customer service Coulby Newham…

Shocking customer service Coulby Newham Middlesbrough 3/7/24.
Appointmentbooked for the evening, arrived on time to be told I wasn't on the system. Shown the booking confirmation on my email and the app to be told well your not on our system. Totally fobbed off! Voicing frustration after a 20 minute drive arriving on time and not honouring my booking to be told, It's nothing to do with us!!! It has everything to do with you!!! YOU represent the company I've paid a service to use. Training in Customer Care wouldn't go a miss here!

3 July 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hello Anna,

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We greatly value your input and are sorry to hear that your experience at our Coulby Newham Tanning Shop did not meet your expectations. Your satisfaction is incredibly important to us, and we want to address any concerns you may have promptly.

Should you wish to provide further details or file a formal complaint, we encourage you to reach out to our customer service team at customerservices@tfgg.co.uk. Rest assured, your feedback will be carefully logged, and thoroughly investigated, and we will take appropriate steps to ensure that any issues raised are addressed and resolved.

Once again, we apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding as we strive to improve our service based on your valuable feedback. We look forward to the opportunity to regain your trust and provide you with a more positive experience in the future.

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop Head Office

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Staff member working Monday evening 1st…

Staff member working Monday evening 1st July at 5pm..swadlincote so rude.. I have been coming here years and the girls have ALWAYS been lovely, however, I arrived today at 5pm and waited 5 minutes before I was seen, no problem I know they are busy and usually have beds to wipe before they can get to you. My issue was not waiting but by the bad attitude of the girl who’s name I didn’t catch was towards me.. took my name, finger in the pad etc then told as you are late we will need to reduce your time, sorry I have been stood here for 5 minutes, no sorry for your wait or asking how long I wanted to go on for (which was 15 minutes) I was then given a lecture on how I should arrive early.. no customer service, no manners just pure rudeness all because I was waiting for her?? Absolutely no need as I didn’t need the full 20 minutes anyway.. never seen her before, obviously new but seriously needs to have a few lessons in how to speak to people, absolutely disgusting.

1 July 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hello Gemma,

We appreciate your feedback and sincerely apologise that your recent visit to our Swadlincote Tanning Shop did not meet your expectations.

If you wish to provide additional details or file a formal complaint, please don’t hesitate to contact our customer service team at customerservices@tfgg.co.uk. Your feedback will be carefully recorded and thoroughly investigated to ensure appropriate actions are taken.

Again, we apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding as we strive to enhance our service based on your valuable input. We look forward to the opportunity to restore your confidence and provide you with an improved experience.

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop Head Office

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

BOOKED A BED AND IT WAS NOT HONOURED

BOOKED A BED AND IT WAS NOT HONOURED
HAVING USED THE CROUCH END BRANCH OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT FOR SEVEREAL YEARS AND SPENT HUNDREDS OF POUNDS EACH YEAR I AM THOROUGHLY DISGUSTED THAT MY BOOKING WAS NOT HONOURED IN FAVOUR OF "THE OLD PALS ACT"

23 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hello Richard,

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We greatly value your input and are sorry to hear that your experience at our Crouch End Tanning Shop did not meet your expectations.

Your satisfaction is incredibly important to us, and we want to address any concerns you may have promptly.

Should you wish to provide further details or file a formal complaint, we encourage you to reach out to our customer service team at customerservices@tfgg.co.uk. Rest assured, your feedback will be carefully logged, and thoroughly investigated, and we will take appropriate steps to ensure that any issues raised are addressed and resolved.

Once again, we apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding as we strive to improve our service based on your valuable feedback. We look forward to the opportunity to regain your trust and provide you with a more positive experience in the future.

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop Head Office

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not been able to get on the bed for…

Not been able to get on the bed for three weeks now the first time something happened they were running late waited over 30mins, gave up in the end, second time the bed was brokenNi phone call, wasted journey, third time the bed was still broken l, no phone call again another wasted journeys. I used to enjoy my weekly sunbeds, however, lately it’s gone downhill.

23 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hello Natasha,

We are disappointed to hear you had problems with our equipment in one of our stores.

If you could kindly provide more details of the issues faced to customerservices@tfgg.co.uk. Your feedback will be carefully recorded and thoroughly investigated to ensure appropriate actions are taken.

We apologise again for any issues caused and hope you will allow us the opportunity to restore your confidence in this store in the future.

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop Head Office

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tanning Shop Leamington Spa

I use the Tanning Shop on Warwick Street in Leamington Spa. I can safely say that this is my Happy Place! Lesley is always so friendly and informative and so lovely to chat to. Always playing great music, it's my little holiday whenever i visit!

19 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Lauren,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're thrilled that your experience at our Leamington Spa store was wonderful.Lesley will be delighted to hear your positive feedback, so we'll be sure to pass on your comments.

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just heard that Jane form Manchester…

Just heard that Jane form Manchester store is leaving I’m devastated about this she’s like a part of the furniture it will be a very sad day for the tanning community of Manchester mine and I’m sure lots will agree that i Will have the whole experience with my future tanning sessions she’s amazing tbh I thought that she was the manager of the shop as she always seems to be there putting her personal touch to daily tanner’s experience with the tanning shop I hope you have a new Jane to replace her but it will never be the same good luck Jane with your future they should have you as the manager for the shop as I thought you were already 110% service with that cheeky smile xxx

13 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi there,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're thrilled Janes provides you with a wonderful experience in ou Manchester store.

Jane will be delighted to hear about your positive feedback so we will make sure to pass on your comments.

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you Marilena…

Thank you Marilena… I was the first time at The Tanning shop in Harrow and I was satisfied with the person who served us, the girl explained and helped us what and how to do in the cabin, everything was clean and arranged as I like, Marilena, thank you 🤗🤗🤗

12 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Buruliana,

We appreciate you leaving such an amazing review.

We're thrilled that you've had a great experience at our Harrow store - We'll be sure to pass your feedback on to the team in-store.

We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Just came out of tanning been served by…

Just came out of tanning been served by Petro, I newer ever in 18 years sun bed been treated like she did me, she laughter at me in front me sitting with other CUSTUMERS, force me show my cream even previous guy didn't been asked, and she say go nr 1 wasn't ready other girl came, she didn't, clean she said is staff she did I back with empathy been and I empty tall was 2 tissues in, is it service! Wow!!! Shame on you miss,,

12 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Jurate,

Thank you for taking time to leave a review today. We are disappointed to hear you have had a negative experience one of our stores, we are very sorry about this.

If you wish to put a formal complaint in which will be logged and investigated, I recommend you contacting customerservices@tfgg.co.uk with this information.

Apologies again for this.

Kind regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I go to a tanning salon in Bedford

I go to a tanning salon in Bedford, the staff are nice and friendly but I don’t think it’s ever been dusted, there is so much build up.
I have been going there for more than 3 years, sometimes I clean my cabin by myself because it is unbearable .. Please emphasize the great attention to cleaning the cabin not only after each customer, the accumulation of dust is unacceptable in such a room !!!!

12 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Toni,

Thank you for taking time to leave a review today. We are disappointed to hear you have had a negative experience in our Bedford Tanning Shop, we are very sorry about this.

If you wish to put a formal complaint in which will be logged and investigated, I recommend you contacting customerservices@tfgg.co.uk with this information.

Apologies again for this.

Kind regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The app keeps coming up as blocking me

Stop blocking me when I go on the app to book a slot or buy a package

10 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hey Deborah,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us today. We are sorry to hear you are having issues with our app.

We would recommend contacting customerservices@tfgg.co.uk outlining the issue and they will be able to best advise your next steps!

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richmond branch

Had my first tanning session .I don’t really need as I’m half Spanish .I did not realize how cheap it actually was,I thought it would be very expensive.
On entrance I was made to feel at ease with NAOMI.
She was very factual and had lots of info which was good as it was my first session.
A great experience all in all .I’m going again soon.

6 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Noguera,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review today. It's always great to receive 5-star reviews and we are pleased you have had a positive experience in our store!

Did you know you can earn money off your next visit? You can earn £5 for each friend you recommend through our Recommend a Friend program. Visit our website to find out more https://thetanningshop.co.uk/a-tan-is-better-with-friends/

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beth @ Kingston branch!!

I’ve started coming to the tanning shop in Kingston as I’ve recently moved to the area and can honestly say it’s been brilliant! I had the pleasure of meeting Beth on reception desk who talked me through courses and prices ect… she was so kind & helpful! We got speaking about my recent move and she also advised me of some nice places to go in the area, which I thought was super sweet!! The previous sunbed shop I used, the girls were awful, so it was extremely lovely to walk into the shop to smiley girl that was more than happy to help me! Beds/rooms were super clean and the freshening wipes are a lovely touch! Honestly after a long day at work it’s great to have my 10 minute holiday in a clean and friends environment. Thank you tanning shop Kingston & Beth for the 5* experience.

5 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Ellie,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review today. It's always great to receive 5-star reviews and we are pleased you have had a positive experience in our store!

Did you know you can earn money off your next visit? You can earn £5 for each friend you recommend through our Recommend a Friend program. Visit our website to find out more https://thetanningshop.co.uk/a-tan-is-better-with-friends/

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This is disheartening as a customer…

This is disheartening as a customer that I have been driven to write this complaint as I don’t use the tanning shop Sutton often and I usually use tanning shop Kingston or Wimbledon but I have to say when I went into the Sutton store the other week I was shocked with the standard of the shop considering this is the biggest tanning branch in the UK? My bed was absolutely filthy with what I think was dry sweat and handprints which didn’t surprise me once I got off my bed as I had heard a staff member with curly hair say to a handful of customers before and after going on there beds ‘did you clean it for me’? The bins are now always full of rubbish, eye wear and facial wipes are never filled in the small baskets in the rooms. Music was not playing in the background either and as a older customer who doesn’t connect my phone to the beds using my Bluetooth I had to lay on my bed listening to a group of young individuals shouting, swearing and generally messing around in the reception area throughout my session which does NOT happen in the other stores I visit. I will not be returning to the Sutton store as this was more of a youth centre then a tanning shop and will be continuing to use Kingston and Wimbledon as I have never had any issues with these stores and have nothing but good feedback for Georgia and Cameron. On a brighter note well done to Kingston and Wimbledon, and thank you for making me always feel so welcome and having your standards of the shops incredible.

3 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Olivia,

Thank you for taking time to leave a review today. We are disappointed to hear you have had a negative experience in our Sutton Tanning Shop, we are very sorry about this.

If you wish to put a formal complaint in which will be logged and investigated, I recommend you contacting customerservices@tfgg.co.uk with this information.

Apologies again for this.

Kind regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I’ve been using the sutton tanning shop…

I’ve been using the sutton tanning shop for a long time now and understand it gets busy and wouldn’t usually make a complaint as the regular young girls are usually amazing and very welcoming but as of recently there seems to be a huge turn over of staff and all of a sudden my beds are constantly running well over even when I’ve booked an appointment as Ive been refused every single time I have walked in and not offered for a time to come back or a different bed to use. There are young children in store and being looked after by the members off staff off being aloud to run riot, no music playing both of which doesn’t make for a relaxing sunbed session. Being served whilst the staff have their headphones in their ears on the phone, chewing their food and gum, phones in their hands whilst phone calls are going on on loud speaker. Young teenagers are sitting in the waiting area or behind the counter with the new staff eating fast food takeaways leaving no space for customers to sit and wait, and also feels a little bit intimidating.

6 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Sophie,

Thank you for taking time to leave a review today. We are disappointed to hear you have had a negative experience in our Sutton Tanning Shop, we are very sorry about this.

If you wish to put a formal complaint in which will be logged and investigated, I recommend you contacting customerservices@tfgg.co.uk with this information.

Apologies again for this.

Kind regards,
The Tanning Shop

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pread street site is a fantastic site

Pread street site is a fantastic site , can not thanks enough James and the team to help me to find the right solution for my delicate skin , clean , friendly and an amazing attention to customer care , personally witnessed with other customers and not only myself, I have already refer to my working colleagues

4 June 2024
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Reply from The Tanning Shop

Hi Andrea,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review today. It's always great to receive 5-star reviews and we are pleased you have had a positive experience in a Franchise Store of ours.

Kind Regards,
The Tanning Shop.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid…

Avoid…. I have contact you via you’re contacts from above visit at you’re shop in Harrow and no response. I made a complaint about the girl working there and the way she treated me. She was eating and chatting her phone same time I was paying for my service. Her attitude and that she had not the best knowledge, or she was to focus on her chatting, was really desponding for me and my friend at the time. I think this place is going downhill for a while… Also the cabin and the bed was not cleaned, and she said that was ready for me to use.. Hygiene in the store it’s really bad . Definitely someone careless, only the profits at the and of the day it’s important.. we definitely move to other place .. no no ..!!! thank you..

28 May 2024
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