Express yourself with confidence & care at Metal Fatigue Body Piercing
At Metal Fatigue, we specialise in body piercing and have been since 2002.
This sole focus has enabled us to become one of the UK’s best piercing shops for safe, professional body piercing.
We offer a full range of piercing services, from helix piercings, belly button piercings and nose piercing, as well as more advanced piercings like dermals and industrial piercing.
With over 20 years of experience, we have both the knowledge and expertise to provide you with only the very best piercing experience.
So, whether it’s your first ever ear piercings, a septum piercing, or anything in between, Metal Fatigue Professional Body Piercing and our jewellery shop Paradox Body Jewellery are here to help you achieve the look you want!
Why choose Metal Fatigue for your new piercing?
We get it.
Getting a piercing can be nerve-wracking, but at Metal Fatigue, you’re in safe hands.
Our experienced piercers create a calm, welcoming and hygienic space, where you can relax, ask questions, and take your time.
We use only the highest quality, sterile jewellery so you can leave feeling confident, comfortable, and proud of your new piercing.


Highly experienced piecers
Our friendly & approachable piercers have been piercing professionally for almost 20 years.
This means you can trust in their competence, skill and precision for a happy, safe and enjoyable piercing experience.

Clean, hygienic clinic
At Metal Fatigue, your safety and wellbeing is our number one priority.
We use hospital grade sterilisation for all jewellery and tools, and use aseptic techniques throughout your appointment to maintain the very highest levels of hygiene.

An unrivalled reputation
We’re proud to have built a solid reputation for quality and consistency – not just in Dorset, but UK wide.
We regularly have clients that travel miles just to get pierced with us, because they know they can rely on us.
All piercings come with:
Getting pierced should be simple.
That’s why all our piercings include premium titanium jewellery, easy to follow aftercare instructions, trusted NeilMed® aftercare, and your first jewellery change free!
Everything you need for a smooth, stress-free start to your new look!
Want to upgrade your style?
We have the option to upgrade to Gold PVD titanium jewellery too!
Hundreds of happy clients
We think we’re the best at what we do, but don’t just take our word for it.
Read what our customers say about us
EXCELLENT Based on 725 reviews Posted on Daniel DoncasterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. AJ was great..👍🏻 100% will be backPosted on Joe WalterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Aj is an absolute legend! Takes real care of my piercings and has great aftercare advice. Super friendly and welcoming. 11/10, coming back again 🤙🏻Posted on Sassy CatTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly staff, ultra clean studio, very helpfulPosted on gemma gggTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience, i’ve had both my ear piercings done at Metal Fatigue, such lovely people working there who make you feel safe and have friendly conversation! It’s so quick and i’m thrilled with results!Posted on Talya SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went to have my bridge pierced in February and the piercer and the woman behind the desk were both so lovely, top tier treatment. Went back there today to have a different piercing changed and was so quick and easy and completely free of charge. Amazing!!Posted on Ruby BrewerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 10/10 barely hurt!! Got my nose pierced by AJ and it hurt less than getting my firsts on my ears, done so well and quickly!Posted on Vanessa KnowlingTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Took my son for his first piercing this morning & was really impressed with the place. As soon as you walk through the door you acknowledged & welcomed. It was clean & had a nice feel. My son found the whole experience relaxing & we will definitely be back. Cheers guys.Posted on Hanna ThorpeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The only place to go. Quick, friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating, patient, more than clean….. faultless. Don’t even consider any alternatives.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Some frequently asked questions...
Will it hurt?
We can’t lie, you’ll feel something!
What we can promise is that we’ll do everything we can to make you feel comfortable and at ease.
Our years of experience means we pierce quickly and precisely, minimising any discomfort.
Most people find the piercing is over before they know it!
What if I'm nervous?
We get that.
Getting a piercing can be a nerve wracking experience.
We’re used to helping people through their nerves, with patience and understanding so they walk out proud with the piercing they’ve always wanted.
Want to pop in and say hi and meet us beforehand?
No problem! We’d love to meet you and help put your mind at ease!
Do I need to book?
We understand that some people need flexibility.
That’s why we’ll always try and fit in walk in piercings whenever possible.
However, we are a busy studio and are often fully booked, so we’ll always honour our appointments before taking walk ins.
Our Clients
Everyone’s unique – and we celebrate that!
At Metal Fatigue, we love helping people of all styles and backgrounds express themselves through body piercing. All in a space that’s friendly, safe, and welcoming.
Come be part of our community and celebrate your individuality with us!



