Shangri La Tattoo Parlour

I was marked for life by a nice boy…

Shangri-La was recommended by a friend who has lots of body art: “It’s great, all women.” I called ahead and was told to pop in between 12 and 6, and that if it was simple they could probably help me right away; or make an appointment for a bigger piece. I was a bit surprised when I found two blokes working there but it turns out that (female) owner wasn’t around and instead I saw Rich, who did a fine job of the tattoo I wanted.

I liked the decor - Japanese and old school sailor style tatt drawings on tracing paper pinned to the wall, peeling wooden advertising signs, and a curious amount of taxidermy; I liked the atmosphere and Rich listened closely to what I wanted beforehand (to the point of rightly correcting me about what I’d briefed him on halfway through) so I went ahead with it despite being told beforehand that I’d be charged the minimum fee of £50 for a simple design. I received advice on how to care for the tatt and walked out feeling exceptionally happy.

Cash only - no cards. There’s a cashpoint in the Grocery shop next door.