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DS Clinical, Holistic &

Sports Massage

Maintain flexibility, recover from injury and manage stress.

David Sheppard: BA, 

BTEC 6 Sports and Clinical Massage, 

APPI Pilates Instructor

The Power of Deep Relaxation for Stress Management

In our fast-paced world, stress can feel like an inevitable part of life. But what if I told you that one of the most effective tools for managing stress is something as simple—and as profound—as deep relaxation? At DS Clinical and Holistic Massage, my goal is to help you achieve more than just relief from […]

Nourishing Comfort – A take on my favourite recipe for red cabbage

As we journey into a new year, there’s something comforting about returning to wholesome, nourishing foods that support our bodies and minds. Today, I want to share one of my favorite recipes—a classic, vibrant red cabbage dish inspired by Delia Smith’s festive take. It’s simple, packed with nutrients, and pairs beautifully with a range of […]

Why Wellness Isn’t About Finding a ‘Magic Button’

  We’ve all been there. You’re in pain or stressed, and you wish for one simple solution to make it all go away—a magic button that fixes everything. It’s an appealing idea, isn’t it? Life moves fast, and no one wants to feel held back by discomfort, tension, or ill health. This desire for a […]

Safety and Precautions

I wanted to reassure all my clients that I am running my clinic mindful of our present Covid situation, and am tending to err on the side of caution. Mask wearing, PPE, cleaning, rapid flow testing, ventilation and use of a HEPA/UVC filter (homedics) continues as it has since I returned to work last year. […]

2022 Price Changes

Bookings made from January 2022 onwards will be subject to a minor price change. 1 hour Massage sessions £50 First Appointment and 75 minutes Massage £55 Hot Stones (1 Hour) £55 Reflexology First Appointment £45 Reflexology Subsequent Appointment £40 Pilates 1-2-1 £45

Pilates, posture and movement

Over 2021 I had the opportunity to expand the repertoire of exercises that I can offer my clients by studying with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute. This was demanding, sometimes exhausting but always great fun! In teaching these exercises to my clients I have found that there are a great many benefits. I can […]

(archive)Opening up in a time of Lock-Down

I thought it might be worth penning a few lines to clarify the situation within the world of hands-on therapy for my dear cherished clients and friends that I work with in these strange strange times. I’m in lockdown, as we all are, and I’m respecting the government guidelines, which are clearly laid out in […]