Children’s Ear Piercing in Irlam, Salford & Manchester
Looking for children’s ear piercing near you? Visit our Irlam studio for a calm, unrushed appointment, welcoming families from Cadishead, Eccles, Salford and the Trafford Centre area. At The Viper Pit in Irlam, we specialise in kids’ ear piercings done safely with sterile, single-use needles — never guns. We take our time, explain every step, and make it a positive experience your little one will actually smile about.

A Calm, Friendly Experience
We know first piercings can feel a bit scary — that’s why we make the whole thing relaxed, gentle, and unrushed. Our piercers are experienced, patient, and brilliant with kids. We talk them through the process, let them take a deep breath, and celebrate the big moment with a FREE Bravery Certificate to take home!

Every child gets their own Bravery Certificate to take home 🎖️
Why Parents Choose The Viper Pit
- ✅ Over hundreds of five-star reviews from happy families
- ✅ Needle-only piercings – no guns, ever
- ✅ Licensed & inspected Salford studio
- ✅ Friendly, calm piercers who take their time
- ✅ Private piercing rooms – no rush, no stress
- ✅ Free Bravery Certificate for every child
- ✅ Walk-ins welcome or book same-day online
Kids’ Ear Piercing Prices
For children aged 5 and over, ear piercings are £40 for both lobes, including sterile, single-use needles, hypoallergenic jewellery, and your child’s Bravery Certificate. Aftercare products are sold separately. For ages 4 months to under 5, our £65 Little Viper package includes an aftercare kit.
Aftercare & Healing
Every child gets a full aftercare guide Aftercare products are not included in the £40 children’s piercing price. Healing time for lobe piercings is usually 6–8 weeks. Our piercers are happy to check healing progress or help change jewellery once fully healed.
Children’s ear piercing near you
Our studio is in Irlam, welcoming families from Cadishead, Eccles and across Salford and Manchester. For ages 4 months to under 5, see our baby and infant ear-piercing package. Looking for other services? See our piercing studio near Trafford Centre. Check your school’s jewellery rules before booking.
Kids’ Piercing FAQs
Do you use piercing guns?
No. We only use sterile,single-use needles for maximum safety and comfort.
Do I need to be there as a parent?
Yes — children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
What age do you pierce from?
Our £40 children’s ear-piercing service is for ages 5 and over. For younger children, see our £65 Little Viper package for ages 4 months to under 5 years.
Do they get anything after?
Yes — every brave kid gets a signed Bravery Certificate to take home!
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Gareth SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Love coming here for my tattoos, top people, top studio, amazing work. Not for the faint hearted but worth every minute being in therePosted on Google![]()
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Great studio , great “ staff” welcoming and friendly . Had a laugh everytime iv been in …Posted on Google![]()
Jacqui JonesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Chris pierced my grandaughters ears without too much crying and once it was done she was fine - thank you and we will be back with triplets early next year!Posted on Google![]()
Gina ClarkTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Abbie works there and I'm sticking to someone I trust with my tattoos all the staff are lovely very friendly and relaxing atmospherePosted on Google![]()
Chloe HaslamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Very welcoming and reassuring. Highly recommended for a first time piercings. Chris was great!
