Phone cases and last-minute gifts before you board
Claire's sits in the main terminal at Leeds Bradford Airport, airside after security, so you pass it on the way to most gates. It’s one of the few places in LBA where you can grab fun accessories rather than food or duty free. Expect the usual wall of glitter, hair clips, and kids’ toys that look very different from the standard airport fare.
Pricing runs similar to UK high-street Claire’s stores, so earrings and studs usually start around £5–£8, with multipacks and sets climbing toward £12–£18. Hairbands, scrunchies, and clips are generally under £10 unless you’re buying big bundles. It’s not bargain-bin cheap, but it won’t shock you like some airport-only brands can.
Piercing is often available here, following the standard Claire’s process with single-use studs and solution, but check the posted hours at the counter; staff sometimes pause piercings during peak flight banks. If you’re thinking of letting a child get pierced, allow at least 20–25 minutes before boarding so you’re not rushing the paperwork and aftercare explanation.
Stock leans heavily toward kids and teens, with racks of character-themed hair accessories, small plush toys, and keyrings lined up by the till. Adults still get basics: simple hoop and stud sets, plain hair ties, and travel-friendly makeup bags that fit within the 100 ml liquid rules. It’s an easy spot to fix a missing earring back or broken hairband on the spot.
Quick tip: check the multibuy offers printed on the shelf labels; two-for deals on earrings and hair accessories often beat buying a single item, especially if you’re shopping for more than one child.