Mellow Massage

15/02/2026

What kind of touch are your body & mind need of?

From experience, you might know exactly what works for you, and of course I'm happy to be guided and deliver whatever is requested.

Usually, of course, the type of touch requested is what might be expected to ease muscular tension. Many believe that deep manipulation and pain are beneficial: "No pain, no gain." is frequently assumed. I prefer not to inflict pain because I find that it can increase tension as the receiver protects against it, perhaps involuntarily. Warmth, time, and gentle manipulation can achieve great results and be much more pleasurable than deeper pressure from thumbs, knuckles or elbows.

You might never have received a two hour massage, where the time allows for a more subtle approach. It can bring surprising results for the muscles, stress levels and emotions.

A client once started crying uncontrollably at an early stage of her massage. I said that I was happy to listen if she wanted to talk about what was wrong, but not of course if it was too personal. She said "It's just that I've never been touched with such kindness by a man, without feeling that he expected something in return." I sensed that she was in need of a caring, sensitive touch but perhaps she wasn't expecting it, or was surprised that it should have such a profound effect.

If you would like to explore the benefits of a warmer environment, longer treatment, and the attention of someone who is unlikely to have another client in the same day, please contact me to make an appointment or discuss your needs.

£50 for two hours of professional treatment is a price that, I hope, you'll be able to afford and, afterwards, will feel was excellent value.

23/01/2026

When my hands aren't providing massage therapy, they are often engaged in woodturning or other creative activities. Here are some wooden bowls turned from logs that I salvaged from a Yew tree felled in a local garden. Who would guess at the beauty within, when looking at the exterior of a Yew tree?
When a client comes to me for treatment I look for the beauty within, and try to bring that out in an attempt to create a sense of positivity to the session that will continue to be felt afterwards.
Your body may feel tired or painful, your emotions might be strained, you might be under stress from work, financial or family struggles, so it's understandable that negativity can dominate, and your own sense of beauty hard to find.
Come and let me try to help, with touch, perhaps an understanding ear, and connecting to find that beauty. Let's bring some positive energy back to improve your posture, confidence, and self-worth. Let's bring out your inner beauty.

13/01/2026

On one of these dreary, cold and wet days, or dark evenings, you might like to spend a couple of hours in a cosy wooden cabin, relaxing with some good music, by candlelight, beside a toasty woodburning stove. As a bonus, you could have perhaps the best massage ever.
Forget what you've experienced before, in high street salons or exclusive spas. My approach is different and I'm confident that you'll appreciate the longer time, the more detailed attention to any problem areas, and the total body relaxation that I strive to provide.
My charge of just £50 for 2 hours is very low because I don't want to exclude those with little money to spare, as they're probably the ones who need therapy the most. Existing customers will notice that I've increased my charge, but only after many years at the same price.
Whether you're suffering with muscular pains, emotional turmoil, or stress from life's problems, a long, caring massage can have amazing effects, and I really hope I can help.
I've been providing professional therapy for over 15 years, but if you're unsure, please see the feedback on my website or my profile on Google-maps. You'll find a lot more information there.
Please contact me if you'd like to make an appointment or discuss a treatment.
Barry.

29/07/2025

It's an honour when a lady puts her trust in you!

18/06/2025

I enjoy this warm summer weather very much, particularly as I like to be active outdoors. It can be draining though, especially if you're stuck indoors for much of the time. Most people are looking for relaxation through massage, and I certainly guarantee that, but it can also help to overcome lethargy and stimulate vitality.

My massages are different to most, being longer, more detailed in addressing problems, and delivered in a uniquely calm environment. Two hours is usual, so there is time to release muscular tension and emotional blockages, re-energise and bring colour back to your world, and still have time to achieve total relaxation of body and mind.

I have 15 years of professional experience and have received many heart-warming comments and reviews, as you'll find here on my page or on my website or Google business page.

I'm a firm believer that the people who are most in need of therapy are those who can least afford it, and my charge of just £40 for a full body massage reflects that. You might feel that I undercharge, in which case I'll happily accept your words of appreciation, or an adjustment to the price if you feel it is justified.

I rarely deliver more than one massage a day, and can be available on weekdays and weekends, with evenings being ideal in this warm weather, but at whatever time suits your schedule.

Barry.

09/01/2025

The festive season is behind us, the decorations back in their box, and maybe you're feeling low, worn out and struggling to find a positive path. As well as loosening up those knotted muscles, a really good massage can bring some energy and colour to your life. There is a bright path ahead and I'll be honoured if you put your trust in me to try and help you find it. I have time and energy to share with you if you're in need of physical or emotional therapy or stress relief.
Barry.

24/11/2024

What terrible weather this weekend! When the weather forecast puts you off doing the things that you enjoy outdoors, maybe it's an opportunity to take some time to treat yourself to some calm, relaxing therapy. Two hours of the most thorough and relaxing massage treatment, in a warm and comfortable space, for just £40. I'll ease muscular and emotional tension, release the stress of a busy life, and hopefully you'll leave calm and renergised. Because I don't try to fill my diary with massage therapy, and spend much of my time enjoying activities outdoors, I can often make time for clients at short notice, paticularly in wet weather!

During the winter I love to spend time in my woodland, as it is the time when many of the plants and creatures are dormant, and I can do the woodland management work that would disturb them at other times of the year. Rain makes that unpleasant of course, and working on very wet ground can be destructive so, if you feel in need, try me. I might be free. If you're interested in wildlife, I often post videos of what's on the move in my woodland on my personal page. Sometimes, watching them can be very therapeutic too :)

24/08/2024

It is always interesting to meet new clients, and a privilege to have the opportunity to widen their experience of massage. Most people have only ever received 40 minutes or an hour of superficial massage, on a hard table in a clinical setting or an expensive spa. A massage can be so much more, but most commercial situations don't enable therapists the time or energy to provide it. Indeed, many therapists have no experience of anything outside that norm, which of course represents the extent of conventional training. A really good holistic massage can be so much more, in terms of the time, attention to detail, sensitivity in touch and empathy, depth of relaxation and healing effects on both body and mind.

Thank you ladies, for the kind comments that I've received from new clients this week:

"Your therapy has completely turned my expectation of “a massage” on its head".

"I slept incredibly well and really loved the massage thank you. I will be booking again."

"Thank you so much for spending so much of your precious time with me and treating me kindly and respectfully. It is very much appreciated and I will definitely be returning in the near future."

"I have passed your information to several other local friends who may be interested in visiting you."

14/06/2024

As a relief from a wet spring and cold start to summer, I promise warmth and comfort in a quiet cabin.
As an antidote to electioneering, I promise genuine honesty, empathy and care in my treatment of you.
As a change from scams and commercial exploitation, I promise great value for money and no hidden or extra costs.
As respite from the frenetic pace of life with everything done in an instant, I promise 2 hours of my undivided attention and touch.
As a change from the commercial salons and spas, where your massage may feel rushed or superficial, I promise to address all areas of muscular and emotional tension or stress.
What I can’t promise is that it will be the best massage you’ve ever had, but if you read the reviews on my page, website and Google business page, you’ll see that many of my clients have found that to be the case for them.
It may look too cheap to be that good, but I’m in the privileged position of having a very good life, try to live gently on the planet and minimise my consumption of "stuff", and I don’t need massage income to live on. Above all, I do this because I get great pleasure from giving and helping those in need. I’m not competing with other local therapists for trade, as I rarely treat more than one person a day. My hands and energy are things that cost nothing to give, so I can give a lot to each person for a minimal fee.
Bring your issues and trust them to me, leave them in the cabin, and float away refreshed for a happy, healthy summer.
I'm very flexible, and can make time for you during the day, evenings or weekends.
Barry.

29/02/2024

A new client who visited me while staying at Sandy Balls left this glowing review on Google yesterday. It made me very happy indeed.

★★★★★ "I am back home from a lovely birthday break in the New Forest and I can say the highlight was the massage with Barry. I have no words to describe the beautiful experience I had, my body relaxed in a way I did not know possible and my mind just ride along, taking me to a space free o...

27/12/2023

Are you feeling deflated after the excitement of Christmas, run down following infection with some winter germs, tired after hosting family & friends, fed up with continuous dreary weather, or maybe needing a kick-start to a fit and healthy 2024? Massage may be able to help with some relaxation and nourishment for body and soul.

Maybe you have some time off work, or a free evening, and would like to treat yourself with a visit to a warm and cosy place for some therapy and pampering.. A great tonic at this bleak time of year.

Perhaps it isn't a time of year that we associate with visits to spas or salons, and for that reason I have plenty of availability now and in the coming weeks. I offer 2 hours of massage to heal, relax, pamper or energise for just £40. Not a superficial salon routine, but a thorough warming, gentle release of tension, and total body relaxation. A very different experience which I'm confident you'll enjoy. Please feel free to get in touch and we'll find a time to suit you.

I'm fully qualified & insured, with 15 years of professional experience, but If you'd like reassurance you can visit my page and website for lovely reviews and more information.
Barry.

18/12/2023

A special kind of auditorium in the woods, with a special bunch of guys singing just for the birds. Well, and for us of course.

It's not a Christmas song, but has a simple message, perhaps intended of love, but equally of good friendship which, to my mind at least, is more relevant to many than the words on any greetings card. Perhaps listen and spare a thought for those you know who might be in pain or alone at such a difficult time of year. Perhaps even give them a call.

If you're in pain and feel in need of my services, please give me a call.

Happy Christmas to all my friends & clients. I hope you find some calm in the music.

'If I Needed You' OUT NOW - https://shorturl.at/fltUW 🎶If I Needed You covered by The White Horse Guitar Club - originally composed by Townes Van Zandt. "...