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On Hitched.co.uk since 2024

Last update: March 2026

M J Bridal Hair is an experienced professional bridal and special-occasion hairstyling service based in Bishop’s Cleeve, Cheltenham. Covering the following counties Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Worcestershire, Maria is also happy to travel further afield if required.

Maria offers a bespoke personalised service and is known for her attention to detail, reliability and clear communication.

Creating a calm, friendly and stress-free experience is at the heart of her work. Maria ensures every client receives her undivided attention, allowing them to relax and enjoy every moment of their magical day.

Services Offered

Hair trials are typically scheduled approximately two to three months prior to the wedding. This allows time to explore a variety of styles and perfect the overall vision. All trials take place at Maria’s studio in Cheltenham.

Clients are advised to wash and blow-dry their hair the day before the trial, avoiding the use of hot styling tools. Please bring along any hair accessories, veils and inspiration images.

Trials for other members of the bridal party are optional. If clients already have a clear vision, it is helpful to send inspirational images to Maria in advance.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Hairdressing

What is included in the wedding package?

Hair Styling for The Bride, Bridesmaids, Flower girls, Mother of the Bride/Groom and Guests. For larger parties I may require an assistant to ensure adequate time is made for each style and not rushed

How far in advance should I contact you?

12-18 months

Do you work at homes?

Yes

What is the charge for travelling?

Expenses charged at 50p per mile for trial and actual day unless within 10 mile radius of Cheltenham. Please note any parking or congestion charges will be incurred for trial and wedding days

What is your main business area?

Beauty & spa

Could you stay with the bride until the photo shoot?

Yes

How many people can you beautify for one wedding?

Five - Seven depending on Wedding time and styles

Can you provide your beauty services for pre-wedding and post-wedding photography?

Yes

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer

Served in

Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Worcestershire

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Reviews for M J Bridal Hair

Danielle
Danielle Sent on 27/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect bridal hair

As soon as I enquired about getting my hair done for my wedding Maria was very responsive and was able to talk through what information she needed to get the ball rolling. I had a hair trial with her a few months before to test out different styles from the inspiration I had sent over. Maria was very welcoming during the trial and instantly put me at ease, the room was very calming and had space for my mother and MOH to sit. We talked though styles and tried different ones until we settled on the one I liked the most.

On the day of the wedding Maria was efficient and also had everyone's hair staying put all night! I had my hair in a half up half down knot and it stayed perfect even on the last picture!

Maria is fantastic at what she does and I would recommend her for bridal and bridal party hair!
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Annie Sent on 17/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend

Maria is such a lovely lady, very professional and amazing with hair! She’s so soft handed and able to create amazing hairstyles, she somehow did my hair more perfectly than I could have asked just from a vague description from me. I would re her to anyone looking for a good hairstylist from parties to weddings and all the inbetweens!
Jason
Jason Sent on 22/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

No brainer using Maria for your wedding hair!

Amazing experience from start to finish. Maria was very attentive when it came to finding the right style. She is a very lovely person too. The trial went great. The wedding day hair on the day was perfect, not a single hair out of place. We were even given a hair accessory to borrow for the big day. Could not have asked for more. Don’t hesitate if you’re considering using Maria for your wedding hair. 10/10 service.
Emma
Emma Sent on 20/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely fantastic service

Maria was absolutely brilliant throughout all the stages of planning our wedding. From the trials to being on site the morning of the wedding, nothing was too much trouble. The service was so personal and made to feel so special. Highly recommend Maria.
Great value and communication. Thank you for everything x
Kath
Kath Sent on 09/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Loved my wedding hair!

Maria did my hair for my wedding and I honestly can’t recommend her enough. From the very first trial right through to the morning of the wedding, she was brilliant - and I absolutely loved how my hair turned out on the day!

I’m not usually someone who knows what to do with my hair (products, accessories, the works), but Maria gave me so much helpful advice in the lead-up to the big day. Thank you!

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Lara Sent on 03/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic Stylist

I had Maria as my hairstylist for me and my bridesmaids and she was absolutely amazing 👏 not only did she make all of us look stunning but also made me feel super comfortable throughout the process! She's so lovely and even when it gets a bit hectic, she stays calm. I can really recommend her, she does beautiful styling and all our hairstyles lasted till the end of the wedding, even after 4 hours of dancing. Thank you for this wonderful experience Maria ❤️
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Sara Sent on 23/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Sara and Kamran’s Wedding

Maria did an amazing job with my bridesmaids hair. They all looked beautiful on the wedding day. She was always very quick at responding, which is very helpful when planning a wedding.
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Kate Sent on 23/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Hollywood Waves

Maria was a consummate professional and remained in regular contact in the weeks leading up to my appointment and she was so friendly and helpful during the appointment itself! My hair looked brilliant and I got lots of compliments.
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Clare Sent on 17/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

M J bridal hair is outstanding

I can highly recommend M J bridal hair. Maria was very responsive and punctual. Made me feel at ease on my big day. I have a lot of hair and it is very thick. My hair still looked fabulous by the end of the evening.
A very talented lady with an eye for detail and put my hair up exactly how I wanted it to be.
Thank you for making my hair look fabulous.
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Meet the team

Maria Hancocks
Maria Hancocks
Owner/hairstylist

Hi, I'm Maria - Owner of M J Bridal Hair.

I'm a wife to Tim and a proud mum of two, Mia and Isaac. I'm a passionate hairstylist who truly loves what I do and feel incredibly honoured to be part of wedding mornings. Creating beautiful styles and sharing such a special exciting time with my brides is something I genuinely adore.

I love creating new styles, bringing ideas to life and making my clients feel confident, beautiful and completely themselves. For me it's not just about the hair - it's about creating a calm, luxurious experience and unforgettable memories that last a lifetime.

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Map

Bishops Cleeve GL52 8DN Cheltenham (Gloucestershire)

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