Professional Piercing Services for Hotwells
Expert, Safe, Precise
Looking for professional piercing in Hotwells? Cherry Piercing serves West Bristol residents and visitors from our Montpelier studio, offering expert ear, face, and body work just a short bus ride or scenic walk from Hotwells.
Expert Care Within Easy Reach of Clifton and Hotwells
Our studio is situated at 116b Cheltenham Road, Bristol (BS6 5RW) in Montpelier's creative quarter. From Hotwells, you can reach us in approximately 21 minutes by bus or 43 minutes on foot, making professional piercing remarkably accessible from Bristol's picturesque harbourside neighbourhood.
Your journey from Hotwells takes you up through Clifton's elegant streets before descending through Park Street and the city centre to reach Montpelier. The route passes through Clifton Triangle, home to The Coconut Tree (4.4★, BS8 1JT), reflecting the area's diverse dining scene. This path showcases Bristol's geography perfectly – climbing from the harbourside through one of Britain's most affluent neighbourhoods before descending into the independent creative quarter of Stokes Croft and Montpelier. For those driving, Marlborough House Car Park (BS1 3NX) provides secure parking near Cheltenham Road.
Our studio brings over a decade of professional experience, founded on uncompromising safety protocols. We exclusively use sterile single-use needles – never piercing guns – combined with high-quality titanium jewellery throughout. Each procedure prioritises anatomical precision and careful placement, ensuring results that heal correctly and achieve your desired aesthetic.
Book Your Appointment
Interested in getting pierced? Ring our studio on 0117 427 1279 or use our online booking system to schedule your visit. Every session includes a complimentary consultation to discuss placement and jewellery selection.
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Ear Piercing
Ear piercing forms our core speciality, encompassing everything from classic lobe placements to intricate cartilage work including helix, tragus, conch, rook, and daith configurations. We evaluate your unique ear anatomy during consultation, recommending placements that complement your structure.
Face Piercing
We provide facial placements including nostril, septum, eyebrow, and lip piercings with professional precision and premium materials.
Body Piercing
Professional body work including navel, nipple, and surface bars performed with expert care and attention.
Microdermal Piercing
Microdermal anchors for distinctive locations, offering unique body modification with precise execution.
Each service includes premium titanium jewellery matched to your anatomy, comprehensive consultation about the procedure and healing timeline, plus thorough aftercare instructions to support optimal recovery.
Why Cherry Piercing
We've spent more than ten years establishing our reputation for safety and precision within Bristol's community. Our steadfast commitment to single-use needles and implant-grade titanium eliminates the health risks posed by piercing guns and inferior materials.
Located just 21 minutes by bus from Hotwells, we make expert care accessible throughout West Bristol. Whether this is your first piercing or you're expanding an existing collection, our calm, methodical approach ensures you feel confident throughout the experience.
Getting Here
We're located at 116b Cheltenham Road, Bristol, BS6 5RW, in Montpelier's vibrant creative quarter.
By Public Transport
Walk 2 minutes to the Hotwells bus stop, then catch the X1 badgerline towards Bristol Bus Station. After 4 stops (approximately 5 minutes), alight at The Centre (C10). Walk 2 minutes to The Centre (C12), then board the 73 citylines towards UWE Frenchay. Travel 3 stops (around 7 minutes) to Nine Tree Hill, followed by a brief 1-minute walk to our studio – the complete journey takes approximately 21 minutes.
By Foot
The 2.9-kilometre walk through Clifton, Park Street, and the city centre takes approximately 43 minutes.
Walking from Hotwells
From Hotwells, follow Ambra Vale and climb Goldney Lane's steps up through Clifton's distinctive terraced streets. Early in your journey, approximately 1 kilometre from your starting point, you'll encounter the Bear With Me sculpture (4.9★, BS8 1JS) on Jacob's Wells Road – a highly-rated local landmark reflecting Bristol's artistic character. The route continues through Clifton Triangle and descends Park Street towards the city centre. Around 1.2 kilometres into your walk, Toasted (4.6★, BS8 1QE) on Queens Road offers excellent coffee in a welcoming café setting, perfect for a refreshment stop before continuing. The path then proceeds along Park Row and Perry Road before joining Dighton Street and entering Stokes Croft for the final stretch to Cheltenham Road. The complete walk covers 2.9 kilometres through some of Bristol's most characterful areas and takes approximately 43 minutes.
Staying in Hotwells
If you're visiting Hotwells before or after your piercing appointment, several excellent accommodation options are available in this scenic harbourside neighbourhood. The Avon Gorge by Hotel du Vin (BS8 4LD) offers boutique accommodation with views of the Suspension Bridge, while The Rodney Hotel (BS8 4HY) provides affordable Georgian-style stays. The Clifton Hotel (BS8 1DU) delivers relaxed accommodation in a leafy location.
The area boasts outstanding dining options including The Lion (BS1 5BU) for British gastropub favourites, River Cottage Kitchen (BS8 1PX) for sustainable British fare, and Brunel's Buttery (BS1 5YW) for café-style breakfast and snacks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most people find the experience far more straightforward than anticipated. The actual piercing happens very quickly, and we use professional techniques specifically developed to minimise any discomfort. The sensation lasts only moments, and many clients tell us they were pleasantly surprised by how manageable everything was.
Safety is assured through proper equipment and protocols. We use single-use sterile needles for every procedure – each needle is brand new and disposed of immediately after use. All jewellery is implant-grade titanium, and we maintain hospital-grade sterilisation standards throughout our studio. This eliminates the considerable health risks posed by piercing guns and ensures the highest possible hygiene standards.
Your appointment encompasses the piercing procedure itself, premium titanium jewellery, and a complimentary consultation where we help you determine the optimal placement and jewellery style for your specific anatomy. We also provide detailed aftercare instructions to ensure your piercing heals correctly and remains healthy.
Absolutely. Feeling nervous is completely natural, and we understand entirely. Our approach is consistently calm and unhurried, and we never rush through any stage of the process. Whether you're getting your first piercing or have had disappointing experiences at other studios, we approach every client with patience and genuine care throughout their visit.
Visit Our Studio
Ready to book your piercing? Ring 0117 427 1279 or schedule your appointment through our website.
Phone: 0117 427 1279
Address: 116b Cheltenham Road, Bristol, BS6 5RW