City escapes in Carshalton

“Fascinating slice of history, you can explore the suite of entertaining rooms, including the orangery, saloon, pump room and plunge bath. The garden space surrounding the building features an impressive hermitage grotto and "sham bridge", either end of what was originally a boating pond at the Western springhead of the River Wandle. The Water Tower is a unique Grade II listed early 18th century garden building sited in the grounds of Carshalton House in South London, built when the area was in the Surrey countryside, full of large houses owned by wealthy families. "As the name suggests, this contained a water-powered pump, which supplied water to Carshalton House and the fountains in its garden. However, the building was and is much more than this as it contains a suite of rooms such as the Saloon, the Orangery and a splendid early 18th century bathroom with a tile lined plunge bath. Aside from the Water Tower, there is the surrounding garden including the Hermitage and Folly Bridge. ​ All this is managed voluntarily by the Friends of Water Tower & The Historic Garden Trust."”

“I had a really beautiful pedicure with Toni, best foot massage ever! It's a lovely, tranquil place to treat yourself - much better than the background noise of a salon. I will definitely be back again”

“I have been having lash extensions with Tania on and off for many years now and have nothing less than 5* to give!! Her professionalism is second to none and I always walk away feeling fabulous. Her stunning new beauty room is relaxing, hygienic and very comfortable. I really couldn’t recommend Tania enough - in fact, over the years, I have done exactly that….”

“I've had several different treatments here over the years and never been disappointed: highly professional and friendly staff, efficient service and competitive prices. What's not to like?”

“Best facial and amazing HD brows . Great team. So glad it's local. Thank you”

“Very friendly service with all nail technicians being highly skilled and passionate about getting things looking perfect. Highly recommend.”

“What a lovely place. My two daughters (and myself) were made to feel so special. Their wash, cut and blow dries were fantastic and I can’t recommend The Beauty Gallery highly enough.”

“I attended the shop today for the first time, from start to finish the member of staff who assisted me with my pedicure made it feel like I was at a spa, it was such a lovely service and a warm environment that I rested my eyes and was able to listen to my podcast in total relaxation and indulgence. I have been to many nail salons and locations but by far this was the best I’ve been to so far. I pray that your shop remains a blessing and that growing success does not change the service you provide to your customers. I gave a tip specifically to the member of staff who assisted me, I hope all the staff members there are at the same standard as him. Thank you for your service, especially as I had an arduous exercise/training session that morning, so it was a great end to the morning.”

“My boy and partner went and got there haircut today. Both come out very happy customers, really good hair cut and style. Deffo will be returning and recommending.”