ASIATIC HIGHBURY · 262 UPPER STREET · OPENED DECEMBER 2023
Massage in Highbury & Islington
Shoulders that feel tight after office or desk work?
Legs carrying posttraining or gym-related soreness? Choose focused or full-body massage at our spacious Upper Street studio, a short walk from Highbury & Islington station.
HIGHBURY, N1
262 Upper Street
NEAR THE STATION
Victoria line + Overground
OPEN DAILY
10am – 9pm
FOCUSED OR FULL BODY
60, 90 or 120 min
QUALIFIED TEAM
VTCT, selected ITEC & insured
MASSAGE NEAR HIGHBURY & ISLINGTON STATION
Built for desk work, running and real-life tension.
or tense. Others arrive with tight hips, tired legs or post-training soreness after running, lifting, commuting or spending long periods at a desk. Tell us what feels tight and your therapist will tailor the pressure, pace and focus within the treatment you choose.
Depending on the treatment, the session may include focused pressure, compression, rhythmic Thai bodywork or assisted stretching. The session is adapted to your comfort and chosen treatment.
60 minutes
One or two priority areas.
90 / 120 minutes
More time across the body.
SERVICES
Choose what your body needs today
Start with 60 minutes for one or two priority areas. Choose 90 or 120 minutes when you want more time across the body.
We do not force the body.
We work with it.
YOUR SESSION
Pressure, focus and pace adapted to you
Every session starts with a short conversation about preferred pressure, priority areas and anything to avoid.
Pressure that fits
Gentle, medium or firm. Your therapist checks how the pressure feels.
Focus where needed
Back, neck, shoulders, hips, legs or several areas within your chosen treatment.
Thai movement
Supported movement and assisted stretching in Traditional Thai and Thai Yoga sessions.
Time to work
60 minutes for focus; 90 or 120 minutes for broader full-body work.
262 UPPER STREET · OPENED DECEMBER 2023
From textile atelier to bodywork studio
FORMERLY
Schram & Scheddle
An Upper Street textile atelier shaped by skilled hands and careful detail.
DECEMBER 2023
Asiatic Highbury opens
Our second Upper Street massage studio begins at 262 Upper Street.
TODAY
The Highbury atelier
A spacious setting for Traditional Thai massage, focused pressure, assisted stretching and individually adapted bodywork.
Skilled hands. Adapted pressure. A quieter Upper Street studio.
Guided by Ben Pianese’s bodywork experience since 2001.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your first Highbury visit, kept simple
1
Choose treatment and time
Pick the service and duration that match what you want to focus on.
2
Tell us what needs attention
Share preferred pressure, priority areas and anything to avoid.
3
We adapt the session
Your therapist adjusts pace, pressure and focus within your chosen treatment.
4
Take a moment
Sit, move slowly and notice how your body feels before returning to Upper Street.
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PLAN YOUR VISIT
Massage near Highbury & Islington station
Asiatic Highbury is at 262 Upper Street, London N1 2UQ, a short walk from Highbury & Islington station and close to Highbury Fields, Union Chapel, Islington Town Hall and Canonbury Lane.
Getting here
Highbury & Islington station is served by the Victoria line and London Overground. From the station, follow Upper Street towards Angel.
Which studio is closer?
Coming from Canonbury, Highbury Fields, Holloway or Finsbury Park? Highbury is usually the closer studio.
Coming from Clerkenwell, King’s Cross or the southern end of Upper Street? View Angel.
Same-day appointments may be available. Book ahead for evenings, weekends, couples sessions and longer treatments.
Helpful answers. A thoughtful gift.
Questions people ask before choosing Highbury
Where is Asiatic Highbury, and how far is it from Highbury & Islington station?
Asiatic Highbury is at 262 Upper Street, London N1 2UQ, a short walk from Highbury & Islington station. We are between Tyndale Street and Canonbury Lane and can be reached by the Victoria line, London Overground and local buses.
Which massage should I choose for tight shoulders or desk-related tension?
For tight shoulders or tension from prolonged desk work, we often recommend Deep Tissue Massage or a focused Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage.
These treatments use targeted pressure and soft-tissue techniques to help ease muscular tightness and improve everyday comfort. Your therapist will discuss your concerns and adjust the pressure, pace and areas of focus to suit your body and preferences.
How does Deep Tissue Massage differ from Traditional Thai Massage?
Traditional Thai Massage is usually performed fully clothed and combines rhythmic pressure, compression and assisted stretching to support flexibility and comfortable movement.
Deep Tissue Massage is generally oil-based, using slower, firmer pressure to focus on specific areas of muscular tension, such as the back, neck, shoulders and legs.Both treatments can be adapted to your comfort, pressure preference and individual needs.
Is sports massage available at Asiatic Highbury after training?
Yes. Asiatic Highbury offers Sports Massage and movement-focused bodywork for clients recovering from everyday physical activity, running, gym sessions or demanding training routines.
Your session may include focused pressure, assisted stretching, compression and mobility techniques to help ease post-exercise muscle tension and support comfortable movement.Your therapist will tailor the treatment to your activity level, areas of tension and recovery needs.
Can I book pregnancy massage at Asiatic Highbury?
Yes. Pregnancy Massage may be available at Asiatic Highbury after the first trimester, depending on your individual circumstances and therapist availability.
Treatments are adapted to support comfort during pregnancy, using appropriate positioning and gentle techniques.We recommend contacting our Highbury reception team before booking so we can discuss your needs and arrange a suitable therapist and treatment space.
Can I book a couples massage at Asiatic Highbury?
Yes. Couples Massage may be available at Asiatic Highbury, subject to therapist and room availability.As these appointments require two practitioners and a suitable treatment space, we recommend contacting our Highbury reception team on 020 4531 5032 to check availability and arrange your session.
Can I book a same-day massage near Highbury & Islington station?
Same-day appointments may be available at Asiatic Highbury, depending on therapist schedules, treatment duration and room availability.You can check our online booking system or contact the Highbury reception team for the latest availability. We recommend booking in advance for evenings, weekends and longer treatments to secure your preferred appointment time.
Are the practitioners qualified and insured?
Yes. All Asiatic Highbury practitioners are professionally qualified, fully insured and registered with the Complementary Therapists Association (CThA).
Our therapists hold recognised VTCT qualifications, with selected practitioners also holding ITEC certifications in specialist disciplines such as Sports Massage. Some have also trained at respected Thai massage institutions, including Wat Pho in Bangkok.
Every treatment follows Asiatic's founder-led professional standards, with an emphasis on skilled bodywork, personalised care and client comfort.
Ready to book at Highbury?
Choose your treatment and time online. Call us if you want help deciding what to book, or if you are arranging a couples session.
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