The Company Hairdressing

Business snapshot

The Company Hairdressing, an independent unisex salon, launched in 2004 and trades at 7 Middle St, Horsham RH12 1NW. Its aim is direct: give every visitor precision cutting, bespoke colouring and practical after-care. Doors open from 8 AM on selected days and stay lit until 8 PM, six days each week, so busy schedules still fit a cut or colour. For quick answers, clients ring 01403 265 700, walk in for a chat or tap one clear page of links, price lists and booking tools on the salon’s Linktree. Set in Horsham’s centre, the space offers a highly trained team, a warm welcome and modern kit from chair to basin. In short, the salon delivers strong skills, extended hours and a location that is hard to overlook.

Heritage and ethos

Back in 2004 a small circle of stylists felt Horsham needed a place where learning never stops. They opened The Company Hairdressing and adopted a rule, every stylist keeps training, always. The promise stands. Twice each year the whole team heads to Goldwell, L’Oréal or Wella academies to refine fresh cuts, test new colour lines and share tips with tutors. Several staff members hold the Goldwell Master Stylist badge, a senior award proving mastery of cutting, colouring and client care. A short slogan hangs on the staff room wall, “extraordinary hair, committed people, beautiful colours.” Staff repeat it while planning each client’s look. The salon is openly LGBTQ+ friendly and a “transgender safe space” sign on reception shows respect leads every interaction.

Location and surroundings

The address sits on a quiet lane branching off busy West Street, only two minutes on foot from the Carfax. Visitors driving in choose Piries Place Car Park (RH12 1BF) or Swan Walk Car Park (RH12 1HQ); both give less than five minutes’ walk to the door. Horsham railway station stands about a twelve-minute walk away, and main bus stops line Worthing Road for those arriving by coach. Identifying the salon is easy. A charcoal-grey frontage, wide picture windows, gold block letters and a hanging scissors logo stand out among red-brick shops. Guests step straight in through an automatic door wide enough for wheelchairs. Cyclists secure bikes to racks opposite the salon, next to Crates Local deli. Newcomers find the short lane safe, brightly lit and traffic-free during trading hours.

Opening hours and flexibility

Opening times are fixed and clear. Monday 9 AM–6 PM. Tuesday 8 AM–8 PM. Wednesday 8 AM–8 PM. Thursday 9 AM–8 PM. Friday 8 AM–6 PM. Saturday 8 AM–5 PM. Sunday closed. Early-bird slots at 8 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday let commuters fit a trim before the train. Evenings that stretch to 8 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday suit office workers who cannot leave desks before five. On bank holidays the salon follows the usual Saturday pattern unless staff post a change; a quick call confirms the plan. The broad span of hours means visitors rarely wait long for a seat, yet the team still advises calling ahead for any colour work to secure the right stylist and enough time.

Services and signature treatments

The menu is arranged in four clear groups. Cutting: ladies’, gents’ and children’s precision cuts; full restyles for shape changes; and quick fringe trims. Colouring: full-head tints, regrowth refreshes, balayage, foil highlights or lowlights, vivid creative shades and complex colour corrections. Balayage, explained during each consultation, is a freehand paint-on method that gives soft, sun-kissed lightness and grows out with barely a line. Treatments: Olaplex bond repair to rebuild strength, Goldwell DualSenses masks for deep moisture and a keratin smoothing plan that controls frizz for up to twelve weeks. Styling: smooth or bouncy blow-dries, curling wand work, straightening for glass-shine, plus event and bridal hair-up packages. All colour guests complete a patch test 48 hours before service, following NHBF safety rules. After every colour the team provides a complimentary blow-dry and a printed home-care sheet. Children are welcome, and Wednesday 3-5 PM is set aside for after-school family slots.

Team expertise and credentials

An Artistic Director leads the floor, holding the Goldwell Master Colourist award and known for delicate blonding and complex colour fixes. Senior Stylists each carry at least NVQ Level 3 in Hairdressing plus five or more years on a busy salon floor. Graduate Stylists, fresh from college, learn under a mentor and offer services at a lower price while they build speed. Education never pauses. One night each month the team closes early, swaps roles and practises trend work such as French glossing and shadow-root blends. External academy days cover larger moves such as advanced foil patterns. Every client, no matter the scale of the job, begins with a fifteen-minute conversation covering lifestyle, face shape, skin tone and the daily time they wish to spend styling. The shared aim is a look that works in the salon chair and remains straightforward at home.

Booking and appointment process

Chemical services, any colour or smoothing, need a booked slot. Walk-ins may drop by for dry trims or fringe tidies if a chair is free. Three booking routes exist. Phone calls to 01403 265 700 bring instant answers during open hours. The online system, available every hour, sits behind the “Book Now” button on the salon’s Linktree page at https://linktr.ee/thecompanyhairdressing and asks for a 25% deposit on colour work. In person, guests can step in, speak to reception and pick from the live diary. An SMS or email reminder lands 48 hours before the visit to reduce missed slots. Cancellations and moves stay free up to 24 hours before the start time; late changes or no-shows forfeit the deposit. New colour clients are encouraged to arrange a complimentary fifteen-minute consultation plus patch test at least two days ahead, ensuring no delay on the service day.

Accessibility, inclusivity and amenities

The front door is step-free and 90 cm wide, so wheelchairs glide in without fuss. Backwash basins adjust in height and cutting chairs move aside for users who prefer their own seat or need extra room. Ground-floor toilets are wheelchair-friendly and gender-neutral, marked with clear signs. Staff support hearing-impaired guests by always facing them and by offering written forms for every question. Free Wi-Fi reaches the whole building; the password sits on reception. A bright rainbow pledge on wall and lanyards states the salon is LGBTQ+ friendly, and pronoun badges are available on request. Children find colouring books, booster seats and Netflix on hand-held tablets. While adults relax they sip barista-style coffee, a range of herbal teas or cold filtered water, all on the house. The aim is comfort, safety and calm for every person who walks in.

Payment and gifting

Payment is quick and varied. The desk accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and main debit cards, along with tap-and-go Apple Pay or Google Pay. Cash works too. Gift cards sit on display, loaded with any amount and valid for twelve months; e-vouchers, bought through the Linktree, drop into email inboxes in moments. Regular visitors enjoy a digital loyalty plan: spend £1, earn one point and turn 100 points into £5 off any service. Shelves near reception carry Goldwell DualSenses shampoos and masks, KMS styling aids and the full Olaplex take-home range. Multi-buy deals run in spring, summer and just before Christmas, letting clients build a kit that matches work done in the chair.

Client experience and atmosphere

Inside, light oak flooring, pale walls and a green plant wall create a calm yet cosy mood. Full-length mirrors line each section so guests see every angle. Music plays at a gentle 60–65 dB level, an indie and acoustic list that lets friends talk without shouting. Colour services last from 90 to 180 minutes, so fast Wi-Fi and fresh magazines stay within reach. Hygiene is strict. After each use the station is wiped with salon-grade spray, neck strips are single-use and gowns or towels go straight to the laundry. Before each guest leaves, the stylist hands over a concise card noting the right shampoo, conditioner and styling steps. A short demo shows how to hold a brush or wand at home, so the finish can be copied the next day.

Contact and visiting details

For any question, people call 01403 265 700. The printable address is The Company Hairdressing, 7 Middle St, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1NW. Typing “RH12 1NW” into any sat-nav, phone map app or in-car system guides drivers to the exact door. First-timers should arrive five minutes early to complete the consultation form, store bags and enjoy a complimentary drink before scissors start. Cyclists lock cycles at the public racks opposite Crates Local deli on Middle Street, within clear sight of the salon windows, removing the worry of hidden storage.

Final note and call to action

Expert cutting, advanced colour, extended opening hours and a promise of respect for every person make The Company Hairdressing the natural choice for hair care in Horsham. New and returning clients are invited to ring the salon or use the online booking link straight away, especially when aiming for an early morning or late-evening slot. All first-time guests who mention this listing receive a deluxe conditioning treatment at no extra cost during their debut visit. A quick call or a few taps online secures the appointment and sets the path to outstanding hair in the heart of town.