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About this supplier

On Hitched.co.uk since 2024

Last update: November 2026

M J Bridal Hair is an experienced wedding and special occasion stylist operating in the heart of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. Maria is a trained hairstylist who has attended several courses to ensure she is always learning new techniques and modernising her services. When she was starting out, Maria had the privilege of working with the magnificent Tracy Pallori, sitting under her learning tree and absorbing every piece of information.

Services Offered

Before plans are made for the wedding day, M J Bridal Hair recommends a consultation and trial to test several styles and determine what works best. These trials can take place at Maria's studio in Cheltenham or in more familiar surroundings at the home of the nearlywed couple. Maria loves to get creative but also enjoys the classic styles, from Boho to Hollywood Wave, and cannot wait to design the perfect style for her clientele.

Features

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 and Worcestershire

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Reviews for M J Bridal Hair

Jasmine
Jasmine Sent on 25/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Maria was amazing!

Everything with Maria was easy and professional from enquiring about her availability to having our hair done on the day! Maria did mine, 4 bridesmaids, MOG and MOB hair perfectly. We were not pushed for time at all and all had the best time being pampered and done up for my wedding. Would highly recommend Maria to anyone needing a hair stylist for a special occasion!
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Melisa Sent on 01/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Job!!

I honestly cannot recommend MJ Bridal Hair enough! From the moment Maria arrived on the morning of our wedding, she was so lovely and friendly, which was exactly what we needed amongst the chaos of getting ready!

Maria did such an amazing job on the girls hair and made us feel so beautiful and confident for the big day. She listened to what they wanted, was incredibly talented and worked around all the last minute changes, delays and general madness of the morning with such patience.

My bridal party were all so happy with their hair and I’m so glad we chose Maria to be part of our wedding morning. She was not only brilliant at what she does, but such a lovely person to have around!

Thank you so much, Maria, for helping us all feel our absolute best! 🤍
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Emma Sent on 26/08/2026
4.8 out of 5 rating

Thank you Maria!

I was so happy I chose Maria for my wedding hair and for my bridesmaids. Not only did she try lots of different looks for my trial as I couldn’t make my mind up but she was just SO lovely on the day, making me and my bridesmaids feel relaxed and pampered. Everyone’s hair looked stunning. She’s also just a lovely human. Highly recommend!
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Tabitha Sent on 10/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Hair ✨✨

Maria did my bridal hair for my wedding , as well as my bridal party and she did a lovely job!

We all had different needs , but she catered for all of us with various hairstyles.

Maria was super fun and friendly on the day, joining in on the girly chats and helping with our nerves for the day 🩷🩷
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Joanne Sent on 05/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing! X

Maria was amazing! From the moment I met her to our very special day, she was friendly, calm and professional. I knew she was perfect for bringing my hair dreams come true! She knew exactly what I wanted for my hair and my maids of honour. Thank you for working your magic. We all looked stunning because of you. I would not hesitate to recommend Maria to any bride to be, she was fantastic! Thank you x
K
Katie Sent on 05/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely fabulous!

Maria was absolutely brilliant from start to finish, so friendly, knowledgeable and supportive of this clueless bride! Throughout the trial and on the day she was a calm and professional presence and created a gorgeous style that held all night. I would definitely recommend to any brides
Natalie
Natalie Sent on 03/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Beyond happy… don’t think, just book!

Never in my life have I felt more beautiful, Maria was a breath of fresh air throughout it all. From the trial to the wedding morning itself, she was attentive, thoughtful and put me at ease.
From pouring me a Prosecco to showing me pictures through the process, from start to finish it was perfect. Cannot fault her professionalism and care.. simply perfect x
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Asha Sent on 27/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding hair

Maria is amazing, she is so sweet and lovely to speak with. She is very experienced and knows her stuff. She made me very comfortable at my trial and then was superb the morning of my wedding - she was on time and carried out hair for 4 people including 2 children who she was great with
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!
A
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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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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