Tattoos Near Croydon
Looking for a tattoo shop near Croydon? Timebomb Tattoo & Piercing has been tattooing on George Street in Croydon town centre since 2003. It's the original Timebomb studio, with eight resident artists covering everything from fine line and ornamental to Japanese, traditional and realism, plus professional piercing and laser tattoo removal.
This page covers how to find the studio, who the artists are, how custom work and walk-ins are handled, guide prices, licensing and hygiene, and how to book.
Find Timebomb Croydon
Address: 22 George Street, Croydon, CR0 1PA
Phone: 020 8686 7730
WhatsApp: 07902 490584
Email: info@timebomb-tattoo.com
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 11am to 6pm (piercing until 5:30pm). Closed Sunday.
- By train: about 5 minutes' walk from East Croydon station, with direct trains from London Victoria and London Bridge. West Croydon is also close by.
- By tram: the George Street tram stop is right outside.
- By bus: many routes stop on or near George Street.
- By car: town-centre car parks are a short walk away.
See our Google reviews and get directions
Tattoos near South London and Surrey
Being in the middle of Croydon makes the studio easy to reach from South Croydon, Addiscombe, Selhurst, Thornton Heath, Norbury, Streatham, Purley, Coulsdon, Wallington, Sutton and the rest of South London and north Surrey.
Coming from Sutton? See directions and tips for tattoos near Sutton.
Meet the Croydon Artists
Each artist has their own speciality. Tap a card to see their latest work on Instagram.
Mio
@_moonmacabre
Alex
@alexlondontattoo
AK
@blindxambition
Corrie
@corrie.martin.tattoo
Martins
@mbee.ttt
Nadz
@nadz_hydradad
Vlado
@tattoosbyvlado
Zsolt
@zms_tattoo
Tattoo Styles in Croydon
| Style | Good for |
|---|---|
| Fine line and floral | Delicate botanicals, script and small, discreet pieces |
| Ornamental and mandala | Pattern-led designs that flow with the body |
| Traditional and old school | Bold outlines, classic motifs, pieces that age well |
| Japanese | Colour work, sleeves and large connected pieces |
| Black and grey and realism | Portraits, pets and lifelike subjects |
| Blackwork and blackouts | Graphic designs, cover-ups and large-scale work |
Not sure which style suits your idea? Read our guide to tattoo styles or browse the tattoo gallery.
How a Custom Tattoo Works
1. Free consultation
Share your idea, placement, size and reference images. The studio will match you with the artist whose style fits best.
2. Design and stencil
Your artist draws an original design and you approve the stencil and placement before any tattooing starts. See our custom tattoo design guide.
3. Your session
Tattooing takes place in private booths with sterile, single-use needles. You'll leave with written aftercare advice.
Walk-Ins or Appointments?
- Walk-ins are welcome most days for smaller tattoos and flash when an artist is free, and for piercings. Arrive early for the best chance.
- Appointments are best for custom pieces, sleeves, portraits and anything large. Popular artists book up, so plan ahead.
Tips on what to include in your enquiry: how to book a tattoo appointment.
Body Piercing in Croydon
- Implant-grade, nickel-free titanium jewellery.
- Ear, facial, body and dermal piercings, with aftercare packs and clear advice.
- Ear curation: plan a set of ear piercings that work together.
- Walk-in piercings available during opening hours.
Laser Tattoo Removal and More
The Croydon studio also offers laser tattoo removal to fade old work before a cover-up or remove it completely, plus custom T-shirt printing.
Guide Prices
Prices depend on size, detail, placement and the artist. Use these as a rough guide and confirm with the studio.
| Tattoos | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Small or flash piece | £60–£120 |
| Medium piece (e.g. forearm) | £120–£250 |
| Large piece | £300–£600+ |
| Full-day custom session | £450–£600+ |
| Piercings (jewellery included) | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Ear lobe | £20–£30 |
| Nostril, tragus or helix | £35–£45 |
| Navel or nipple | £40 (£60 for a pair) |
Full piercing prices and age rules are on the Timebomb Croydon piercing prices page. For tattoos, see how much a small tattoo costs and our sleeve cost guide.
Licensing and Hygiene
In London, tattoo and piercing studios need a special treatment licence from their local council. Timebomb Croydon is licensed and inspected by Croydon Council, and was named a winner in Croydon's 2019 Love Your Local Trader awards.
Whichever studio you choose, check that:
- the premises are licensed by the council;
- needles and consumables are sterile and single-use;
- the artist has healed examples of the style you want;
- piercing jewellery is implant-grade and sterile;
- you're given clear aftercare instructions in writing.
More on healing: how long a tattoo takes to heal and when to take cling film off.
What Clients Say
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the nearest tattoo shop to East Croydon station?
Timebomb Tattoo & Piercing is at 22 George Street, CR0 1PA, about a 5-minute walk from East Croydon station.
Do you take walk-ins?
Yes, for smaller tattoos and flash when an artist is free, and for piercings. Larger custom work needs an appointment.
Is the consultation free?
Yes. Consultations for custom tattoos are free.
How much is a small tattoo in Croydon?
Small and flash pieces typically start from around £60–£120, depending on detail and placement.
Do you do laser tattoo removal?
Yes. The Croydon studio offers laser removal for fading or removing old tattoos.
Is there another Timebomb studio?
Yes. Timebomb also has a studio at 109 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, BH1 1EP. See tattoo shops near Bournemouth.
Book Your Tattoo or Piercing in Croydon
Call 020 8686 7730, WhatsApp 07902 490584, email info@timebomb-tattoo.com, or book a tattoo online. Or just drop in to check walk-in availability.
