The Best Barbers In London

The newest addition to Joe Mills’ empire, this concept salon channels the celebrity stylist’s years of experience to make it a great destination for men’s cuts. Prices are set by each barber according to the time and skill dedicated to each appointment, so you’ll feel you’re getting a bespoke service just for you. The in-house haircare range, which includes the excellent Grooming Spray, ensures you’ll get the right finishing touch too.

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The easy-going atmosphere at its Old Street and Lamb’s Conduit Street salons makes a trip to Huckle the Barber more of a pleasure than a chore. As well as offering the usual cutting services, facials and beard grooming options, it does scalp treatments that should not be missed for the relaxation levels alone. Founder Chris Ward hand-picks only the most talented trimmers, so you can count on every one of Huckle’s stylists.

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Attention to detail is the name of the game here. When you book an appointment, whether it’s a classic or clipper cut, you’ll get a full consultation then first-class service throughout. Given its ties with the heritage fashion house, the salon feels resolutely British, so if you’re looking for a traditional gentleman’s experience, this is the place. Grooming products are supplied by DR Harris, the oldest pharmacy in London.

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For a traditional tidy-up in elevated surrounds, look no further than this charming spot within the city’s most famous department store. Alongside precision cuts, beard reshapes and wet shaves, you can opt for express tidy-up treatments such as the Kick Start as well as signature facials and waxing. In case you don’t feel indulged enough, Turkish coffee, beer and Japanese whisky straight from Harrod’s legendary collection are all complimentary.

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A stalwart in West Ealing for decades, F4Fade now has an outpost in Fulham. Delivering traditional quality barbering for Afro, European and Asian hair, its skilled team can take on anything from fade outs to French crops and flat tops. It’s not just local Londoners who are fans – the team has been called on by Dolce & Gabbana, Nicki Minaj and Machine Gun Kelly. Ginuwine has even been spotted ducking in for a tidy up.

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OS Lifestyle opened ten years ago with the vision of becoming the first carbon-neutral barber in the UK. At locations in Chelsea and Hackney Wick (and Brighton), founders Joseph and George have stayed true to their original commitment: as well as serving up world-class cuts, they participate in reforestation schemes and partnerships with likeminded lifestyle brands such as Evo and Malin + Goetz. They’ve even created their own sustainable shampoo bar for use in the shops.

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With deep green barber chairs, patterned tiles and mahogany panelling, Ned’s Barbershop accurately bills itself as a modern take on a speakeasy. The vibe might be intimate, but the list of treatments on offer is extensive, including everything from a back and sides or restyle to a moustache trim and facial hair threading. For a refresh before an evening out, try the shampoo and style option.

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