Derby tattoo studios: the highest rated places for a tattoo, according to Google reviews

Derby city centre and the surrounding villages have many great tattoo studios, some of which are great for nervous first timers and some which are full of loyal customers returning time and time again.

Here we take a look at the top rated tattoo studios in Derby, according to Google ratings and reviews.

The list features places with a rating of 4.8 or more, from over 50 reviews.

Young Cardinal Tattoo

Young Cardinal Tattoo is rated a full five-stars on Google, based on 122 customer reviews - with only one negative rating.

On Google reviews, the staff at the city-centre studio are praised for being “friendly” and “welcoming”, whilst the services are described as “very well priced”.

One happy customer wrote: “Mollie was absolutely amazing! Had a custom drawn, fine line, colour flower tattoo and the detail and shading is incredible. She is so friendly and really puts your mind at ease. Also extremely thorough and hygienic in the preparation. I would highly recommend getting tattooed here.”

On the Young Cardinal Tattoo website, you can meet the six female artists - Mollie, Holli, Grace, Lucy, Keely and studio owner Charlotte - and choose who you’d like to book in with.

Location: 66 Osmaston Road, Derby, DE1 2HZ

Visit the Young Cardinal Tattoo website to make a booking

Ziggy Ink Tattoo Studio 5

Ziggy Ink Tattoo Studio is another five-star studio in Derby city centre. The popular spot has 57 reviews on Google, with no customers rating their experience less than five-stars.

Many impressed customers have praised the “customer service” and the “prices”, whilst adding that they would definitely book again.

A customer, who attended Ziggy Ink Tattoo Studio in March, wrote: “Had the pleasure of being tattooed by Eva and couldn’t be happier. Amazing customer care and a very relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, and of course the final result was just amazing. Thanks a lot!”

Although they don’t have a website, the artists post their work to Instagram which the public can see before deciding to book. Consultations are free at Ziggy Ink Tattoo Studio.

Location: 3-5 St James Street, Derby, DE1 1QT

Visit the Ziggy Ink Tattoo Studio Instagram page for more information

Voltz Tattoo 5

Voltz Tattoo, which is based in Spondon, has gained a five-star rating on Google from 74 customer reviews.

Impressed customers “highly recommend” attending Voltz Tattoo after they were “comfortable” and “put at ease” during their appointment.

One loyal customer wrote: “Amazing tattoo artist. Had a few tattoos from here and they are all of excellent quality. The tattoo studio is very welcoming and clean and I can’t wait for my next one❤️”

Again, the studio doesn’t have a website but tattoo pictures are available on their Facebook.

Voltz Tattoo is closed on Sundays, but opened from 9:15am to 3pm on Mondays; 9am to 3pm on Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays; and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays.

Location: 1 Chapel Street, Spondon, DE21 7RJ

Visit Voltz Tattoo on Facebook for more details

Collective Tattoo 4.9

Collective Tattoo has a 4.9 star rating on Google, which is impressive based on 236 customer reviews.

A plethora of customers have described the atmosphere as “great” and the staff as “knowledgeable”, “lovely” and “professional”.

A customer, who got her first ever tattoo done at Collective Tattoo, thanked the artist. They wrote: “First time here and I’d highly recommend it! The place is so cool and everyone is so nice. Oliver is super talented and I’m so happy with my tattoos!”

The city-centre studio is closed on Sundays, but opened from 10am to 5pm every other day of the week.

You can book directly on their website, and prices range from £203.75 to £503.75 depending which of the seven artists you choose to book with.

Location: 12 Market Place, Derby, DE1 3QE

Visit the Collective Tattoo’s website to make a booking

Lifetime Tattoo Shed 4.9

Lifetime Tattoo Shed has been in the industry for over 10 years and has a star rating of 4.9 on Google, based on 65 customer reviews.

Customers have described their experience at the Derby studio as “excellent” and “welcoming” whilst praising the “amazing artwork”.

A Lifetime Tattoo Shed first timer wrote: “1st time visiting felt so welcomed lovely staff and booking my appointment was so amazingly quick. Will be returning”.

Although they don’t have a website, you can see the impressive work of J Fletcher on both Facebook and Instagram.

Location: 97c Monk Street, Derby,, DE22 3QE

Studio One 4.8

Studio One has a 4.8 star rating on Google, thanks to the 148 customers who left great reviews. Only six people have rated the studio less than four stars.

Happy customers claim it was a “great experience” attending the city centre and that their tattoos are “reasonably priced”.

One positive client wrote: “I’ve done My half sleeve there on the 29th and I can just say that I was impressed and more than satisfied with everything,their great,their team,artist,vibe,they always help and mostly all the effort they put in to making their customers happy.their artists I have to say is one of the best in derby.I’d recommend any day or time without any hesitation”

Studio One also offers piercings and laser removal. On their website, you can find a picture gallery, see inside the studio and read aftercare information.

Location: 40 Iron Gate, Derby, DE1 3GA

Visit the Studio One website to find out more

Vivid Ink Derby Tattoo Studio 4.8

Vivid Ink Derby Tattoo Studio has a 4.8 rating on Google from 95 customer reviews - only six of which are negative.

Those attending the Alveston tattoo shop have praised the “great atmosphere” and “fantastic staff” as well as the clean and professional studio.

One impressed customer recommended Vivid Ink to anyone new to tattoos. They wrote: “Really nice team. If you are a newbie, then don’t hesitate to visit the studio. The guys there are amazing.”

On the website, you can meet the five male artists - Mike, Gavin, Tom, Nico Lanio and studio manager Jacob - and see their recent works.

Vivid Ink is closed on Sundays, but opened from 10am to 7pm every other day of the week.

Location: 7 Shardlow Road, Alvaston, DE24 0JG

Visit the Vivid Ink Derby Tattoo Studio website for more information