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Area 51

14 Church Street, RG21 7QH, Basingstoke, England
5.01009 reviews
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Services

    • Ear Lobe Pair

      Pair of ear lobe piercings. 

      Can be placed on opposite ears or the same ear for a stacked effect. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 10 with parental consent.

      £26.0015min
      Ear Lobe Piercing
      £34.00+30min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £26 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Belly Button Piercing

      Also called the navel piercing. Standard placement is through the top of the belly button, but it can also be placed at the bottom (commonly worn with a ring once healed) or either side. Jewellery is titanium (silver colour) with a clear gem stone.

       Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with  gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £32.0010min
    • Helix / Forward Helix / Flat Helix Piercing

      Single outer ear cartilage piercing. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 13 with parental consent or 16 with photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £26.0010min
      Silver Titanium
      £30.00+20min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £26 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Ear Lobe Pair

      Pair of ear lobe piercings. 

      Can be placed on opposite ears or the same ear for a stacked effect. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 10 with parental consent.

      £26.0015min
      Ear Lobe Piercing
      £34.00+30min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £26 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Ear Lobe Single

      Single ear lobe piercing. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 10 with parental consent. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £17.0010min
      Titanium (silver)
      £21.00+20min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £17 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Helix / Forward Helix / Flat Helix Piercing

      Single outer ear cartilage piercing. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 13 with parental consent or 16 with photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £26.0010min
      Silver Titanium
      £30.00+20min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £26 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Double Helix Piercing

      Double outer cartilage rim piercing.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £44.0015min
      Silver Titanium
      £52.00+25min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £44 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Triple Helix Piercing

      Triple outer cartilage rim piercing. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £60.0020min
      Silver Titanium
      £72.00+30min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £60 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Rook Piercing

      Single rook piercing, placed in the upper inner curve of cartilage above the ear canal.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0010min
      Silver Titanium
      £34.00+30min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £30 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Daith Piercing

      Daith piercing. Placed in the inner curve of cartilage leading into the ear canal. Popularly performed for migraine relief.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0020min
    • Tragus Piercing

      Single tragus piercing. Placed in the small point of cartilage in front of the ear canal.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0010min
      Silver Titanium
      £34.00+25min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £30 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Conch Piercing

      Single conch piercing, placed in the inner curve of the ear. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0010min
      Silver Titanium
      £34.00+20min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £30 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Scaffold / Industrial Piercing

      Placed with a long bar across the top of the ear from one side to the other. Gold , rose gold and black titanium is also available in store.

       Gold, rose gold and black jewellery also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £42.0020min
    • Snug / Anti Tragus Piercing

      Placed through the secondary rim of cartilage. Optional gold, rose glod or black bars also available in store. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0015min
    • Orbital Piercing

      Orbital Piercing. Commonly confused with the Conch Piercing, this is a single ring worn sideways through two parallel piercings anywhere in the ear. Please note that we will not pierce you with a ring. Two labrets will be placed in the correct position to be changed to a ring once healed.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £44.0015min
    • 'I Don't Know What It's Called' Piercing

      We know sometimes all the different names and placements can be confusing - so we've introduced the 'I Don't Know What It's Called' piercing option! Choose this option to come in, point at your ear and go 'about here?!' and our team can help you figure out the official name and then give you a gorgeous new piercing right where you want it! Jewellery options include standard silver titanium jewellery, or our PVD titanium black, gold or rose gold, with gem ball options also available.
      £30.00+10min
    • Nose Piercing

      Single nostril piercing. Can be pierced with either a corkscrew stud or a labret. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0010min
      Silver Titanium
      £34.00+25min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £30 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Double Nose Piercing

      Can be placed on either side of the nose, or two on one side for a stacked effect. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £50.0020min
      Silver Titanium
      £58.00+30min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £50 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • High Nostrils

      Placed higher up the nose than the standard nostril piercings, these sit closer to the nasal bone. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £50.0020min
    • Septum Piercing

      Placed through the centre cartilage of the nose. Pierced with a horseshoe hoop for ease of healing.  

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Can be flipped up and hidden for the healing process if necessary for work or school.

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £37.0020min
    • Bridge Piercing

      Placed horizontally through the skin of the bridge of the nose. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 18. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £35.0020min
    • Eyebrow Piercing

      Single eyebrow piercing. Most commonly placed on the arch of the brow, but can also be placed horizontally above the eyebrow, or vertically in the centre. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0015min
      Silver Titanium
      £34.00+30min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £30 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Double Eyebrow Piercing

      Double eyebrow piercing. Most commonly placed on the arch of the brow, but can also be placed horizontally above the eyebrow, or vertically in the centre. Can be placed on the same eyebrow, or paired one on each brow.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £50.0020min
      Silver Titanium
      £58.00+30min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £50 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Anti-Eyebrow Piercing

      Also called the surface cheek piercing, or the butterfly piercing. Placed along the line of the cheekbone. 

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 18. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0010min
    • Lip Piercing

      Single lip piercing. Placement Available: Labret, Medusa, Madonna, Monroe, Side Labret, Vertical Labret, Jestrum, Ashley.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0015min
      Silver Titanium
      £34.00+20min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £30 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Double Lip Piercing

      Double lip piercing. Placement Available: Snakebites, Dahlias, Angel Bites, Cyber Bites, Dolphin Bites, Spider Bites, Double Vertical Labret, Vertical Madonna & Monroe.

      For Shark Bites or Canine Bites, book x2.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with or without gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £50.0020min
      Silver Titanium
      £58.00+25min
      Bespoke Jewellery. Choose in store. Piercing fee is £50 and the jewellery is priced separately to be chosen )
    • Tongue Piercing

      The classic single tongue piercing, placed vertically through the tongue.

      Please note that due to the healing process of a tongue piercing, we will not perform any other piercings at the same time and ask that you allow your tongue piercing at least 6 weeks to heal before getting any other piercings. This is for your health and wellbeing.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery  also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 16. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £35.0020min
    • Double Tongue Piercing

      Pair of classic tongue piercings, placed vertically through the tongue side by side. Often referred to as 'venoms.'

      Please note that due to the healing process of a tongue piercing, we will not perform any other piercings at the same time and ask that you allow your tongue piercing at least 6 weeks to heal before getting any other piercings. This is for your health and wellbeing.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery  also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 16. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £60.0020min
    • Tongue Surface Piercing

      Single tongue piercing, pierced with a curved bar placed horizontally across the surface of the tongue, giving the appearance of two piercings.

      Standard silver titanium jewellery.

      Please note that due to the healing process of a tongue piercing, we will not perform any other piercings at the same time and ask that you allow your tongue piercing at least 6 weeks to heal before getting any other piercings. This is for your health and wellbeing.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 16. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £32.0015min
    • Smiley Piercing

      Placed through the small strip of skin connecting the top lip to the gum.

      Standard silver titanium jewellery.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £32.0010min
    • Cheek Piercing Pair

      Pair of cheek piercings. Placed through the 'dimple' of the cheek, these piercings are often used to create dimples; when taken out, the small scar remains and creates the appearance of a natural dimple.

      Standard silver titanium jewellery.

      Minimum age 18. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £60.0025min
    • Belly Button Piercing

      Also called the navel piercing. Standard placement is through the top of the belly button, but it can also be placed at the bottom (commonly worn with a ring once healed) or either side. Jewellery is titanium (silver colour) with a clear gem stone.

       Gold, rose gold and black jewellery with  gems also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 14 with parental consent or 16 with a valid photo ID. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £32.0010min
    • Nape Piercing

      Surface piercing through the nape of the neck.

      Standard silver titanium jewellery.

      Minimum age 18. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0025min
    • Nipple Piercing

      Single nipple piercing.

      Standard silver coloured titanium bar.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery  also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 18. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £30.0015min
    • Nipple Piercing Pair

      Pair of nipple piercings. standard silver coloured titanium bar.

      Gold, rose gold and black jewellery  also available in store (extra charge)

      Minimum age 18. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £50.0020min
    • Genital Piercing - Hood

      Single genital piercing placed in the clitoral hood. Also nicknamed the VCH.

      Standard silver titanium jewellery.

      For other placements, call ahead on 01256 335511.

      Minimum age 18. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £60.0020min
    • Genital Piercing - Christina

      Surface piercing placed vertically in the pubic mound above the clitoral hood.

      Standard silver titanium jewellery with the option of a gem-set version.

      For other placements, call ahead on 01256 335511.

      Minimum age 18. Please check our age policy before booking to avoid disappointment.

      £60.0020min
    • Jewellery Fitting

      Jewellery change of any piercing. Bring your own jewellery, or choose from our wide selection in-store.

      £6 deposit to book. This guarantees your slot on busy days where we may not be able to accept walk-ins for jewellery changes.

      Jewellery changes are £6 for 2 pieces of jewellery and £3 for each piece after that

      £6.005min
    • Microdermal Top Replacement

      Also called dermals or skin divers, microdermal piercings are performed with a small plate inserted under the skin, which the top then screws into to give the appearance of a 'floating' gem. These can be placed almost anywhere on the face, but are most commonly placed on the forehead or cheekbone. This service is the replacement of the top visible part of the microdermal for a new piece of jewellery. Bring your own, or choose from our wide range in-store!
      £10.0015min
    • Microdermal Removal

      Full Microdermal Removal.

      £15.0015min
    • Embedded Jewellery Removal

      Removal for jewellery that has been healed over.

      £25.0025min
    • Stretching

      £16.0010min
      Two Piercings
      £10.0010min
      One Piercing

Venue Health and Safety Rules

  • Employees wear masks

  • Employees wear protective gloves

  • Disinfection of all surfaces in the venue

  • Disinfection between clients

  • Maintain social distancing

  • Adequate ventilation

Amenities

  • Credit cards accepted
  • Accessible for people with disabilities
  • Wi-Fi

Reviews

5.0

Based on 1009 reviews

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Client photos

Kelly
Service:Ear Lobe Pair
Staffer:Piercing Room 2
I had an excellent experience at Area51 getting my ears pierced! The whole process was quick and efficient, and the staff made me feel completely at e...ase from start to finish. Everything was very clean, and the service was professional throughout. I felt comfortable and well looked after, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Highly recommend Area51 for ear piercing!
ruby
Service:Daith Piercing, Jewellery Fitting
Staffer:Piercing Room 2
Sarah
Service:Ear Lobe Pair
Staffer:Piercing Room 2
I had four ear lobe piercings done by Sarah and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the start, she talked me through all of my ...options and really took the time to make sure I was happy with everything. I made her aware that I have a phobia of needles, and she was incredibly caring, patient and reassuring throughout the whole appointment. She paid such close attention to detail and continually checked in with me to make sure I was comfortable and okay. Despite my nerves, the whole experience was completely no-fuss and much easier than I expected. Sarah was professional, friendly and genuinely lovely, and I’m absolutely thrilled with my piercings. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her and will definitely be back! ❤️
Rae
Service:Septum Piercing
Staffer:Piercing Room 2
good
Rae
Service:Smiley Piercing
Staffer:Piercing Room 2
very kind staff and told me what to do to take care of it
Philippa
Service:Ear Lobe Pair
Staffer:Piercing Room 2
Daughter’s first ear piercing. Absolutely fantastic from start to finish. Kind, friendly, professional. Excellent piercer. Highly recommend :)
Emma
Service:Ear Lobe Pair
Staffer:Piercing Room 2
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kirsty
Service:Double Helix Piercing, Ear Lobe Single
Staffer:Piercing Room 2
Great service at Area 51 as always. Can’t fault this place! 5*
Grace
Service:Nose Piercing
Staffer:Piercing Room 2
Amazing
Louise
Service:Nose Piercing
Staffer:Piercing Room 2
All positive! Such lovely, professional staff