
Charlie’s Barber Shop
Quick info
About Charlie’s Barber Shop
On Spring St near Paddington Station, Charlie's Barber Shop is a barber shop offering straight edge razor shaves alongside quick clipper cuts. The shop operates on a walk-in basis, with no need to book ahead, and is open Monday to Saturday, closed Sundays. Visitors with mobility needs can use the step-free entrance to reach the chairs directly. Service runs on a straightforward walk-in footing, suited to those who want a cut or a shave without scheduling in advance.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fast haircut, fade, straight edge razor shave and reasonable price.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fast haircut, fade, straight edge razor shave and reasonable price.
Customer Review Summary
Fast, reasonably priced haircuts are what most reviewers return for, with several describing quick clipper cuts and fades done in twenty minutes or less without long waits. The straight edge razor shave near Paddington also draws praise, with one reviewer calling it their first experience of one and finding the barbers professional and affordable. Prices repeatedly come up as fair, cited between eighteen and twenty pounds by multiple reviewers, and the service is often described as friendly and efficient without unnecessary chat. Against this, two reviewers report sharply negative visits: one describes a rushed ten minute cut that took off too much length despite objecting, plus a "wonky" beard trim, at a higher thirty pound price, and another simply calls the cut and the barber rude, warning others away. These complaints stand out against an otherwise consistent pattern of quick, well priced cuts.
Customer Review Summary
Fast, reasonably priced haircuts are what most reviewers return for, with several describing quick clipper cuts and fades done in twenty minutes or less without long waits. The straight edge razor shave near Paddington also draws praise, with one reviewer calling it their first experience of one and finding the barbers professional and affordable. Prices repeatedly come up as fair, cited between eighteen and twenty pounds by multiple reviewers, and the service is often described as friendly and efficient without unnecessary chat. Against this, two reviewers report sharply negative visits: one describes a rushed ten minute cut that took off too much length despite objecting, plus a "wonky" beard trim, at a higher thirty pound price, and another simply calls the cut and the barber rude, warning others away. These complaints stand out against an otherwise consistent pattern of quick, well priced cuts.
Featured reviews
- Adam Hurrell
“Excellent quick service. Polite and friendly. Professional cut. Will come again.”
- Steve Wallace
“What a fantastic place to find right near Paddington Station. My very first straight edge razor shave. These guys are great affordable and professional. Highly recommended.”
- David Barnett
“Just had a haircut here as I was desperate and looked scruffy. Honestly really good haircut was nervous about going as I never cheated on my barber back home. However quick and professional. Friendly bloke as well”
- Mohamed Karara
“Horrible hair cut, rude barber. Never go to this place by all means.”
- Rob Cant
“Fantastic haircut done very quickly at a reasonable price - definitely recommend”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for kids
- On-site services
- Accepts walk-ins
Location
Barbershops near Charlie’s Barber Shop
- Class Hair Stylists4.23600.2 mi
surprise upcharges beyond quoted price, skin fade done poorly, no price list displayed
- 0.5 mi
layered haircut, balayage toner, highlights
- Michael's Hair Salon4.45610.6 mi
fast haircuts under 10 minutes, affordable prices, razor used on neck
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie’s Barber Shop | 4.5275 | — | fast haircut, fade, straight edge razor shave |
| Class Hair Stylists | 4.2360 | 0.2 mi | surprise upcharges beyond quoted price, skin fade done poorly, no price list displayed |
| Vintage Hair & Beauty Salon | 4.8216 | 0.5 mi | layered haircut, balayage toner, highlights |
| Michael's Hair Salon | 4.4561 | 0.6 mi | fast haircuts under 10 minutes, affordable prices, razor used on neck |
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