About us
Made for people who forget to rest
We're a small team of therapists and teachers who believe self-care shouldn't feel complicated, clinical or out of reach.
Our founder
Hi, I'm Ellie.
For ten years I worked sixty-hour weeks as a solicitor in Spinningfields. I was good at my job and terrible at looking after myself — until my body made the decision for me.
A weekly massage and a beginners' yoga class slowly brought me back. I retrained, qualified, and in 2019 opened Willow & Stone in a converted Ancoats mill.
Everything here is designed for the person I used to be: busy, tired and in need of somewhere genuinely calm. I hope it feels that way for you too.
— Ellie Marsh
Our philosophy
Slow is the point
Unhurried
Fifteen minutes between every booking, so you never feel rushed in or out.
Personal
Every session begins with a conversation. Your body, your pace, your choice.
Natural
Gentle, cruelty-free products from small British makers wherever we can.
Qualifications
You're in expert hands
- ITEC Level 4 Diploma in Sports & Deep Tissue Massage
- Association of Reflexologists — full member
- Yoga Alliance 500-hour registered teacher
- CIBTAC-qualified facial therapists
- British Academy of Sound Therapy practitioner
- First aid trained and fully insured
The studio
Take a look inside
Come and see us.
We'd love to welcome you to the studio. Your first visit starts with a cup of tea.