Best barbers
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| A close shave at Trufitt & Hill |
Briggs Brothers
Owned by Cypriot Phillip, who set it up in 1949, this shop is unchanged, with worn leather barbers’ chairs and chrome towel steamers.
Briggs Brothers, 5b Ormond Yard, SW1 (020 7930 2070) Piccadilly Circus tube.
F Flittner
A haven of original fittings and fixtures, the traditional but pretension-free Flittner has been shaving London’s gents since 1904.
Flittner, 86 Moorgate, EC2 (020 7606 4750/www.fflittner.com) Moorgate tube/rail.
Geo F Trumper
Allegedly the name that Prince Charles trusts, Trumper was established in 1875 and is still run by a descendant. Its shaving ritual, complete with cut-throat blade, is more than worth £30,
Geo F Trumper, 9 Curzon St, W1 (020 7499 1850/www.trumpers.com) Green Park tube.
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Murdock
Unlike other trendy barbers in the area, Murdock favours idiosyncratic merchandise and a deep sense of tradition and integrity. Two hours of pampering costs £65.
Murdock, 340 Old St, EC1 (020 7729 2288/www.murdocklondon.com) Old St tube/rail.
Truefitt & Hill
According to ‘Guinness World Records’, Truefitt (est 1805) is the world’s oldest barbers. Wood panelling and military prints are the order of the day.
Truefitt & Hill, 71 St James’ St, SW1 (020 7493 2961/www.truefittandhill.com) Green Park tube.
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6 comments
what about pall mall barbers,27 whitcomb st
www.pallmallbarbers.com
Best bookshops eh? I feel Biblion, the Antiquarian bookshop at Grays Antique Market should of been included! Its a treasure trove. Truly helpful staff, amazing diversity of books and in an Antiques Market! Its full of character and in a great location!
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once again - using the 'print' feature of this feature results in text obliterated by fotos in the layout.......
I would add St. John's Bread & Wine (in Commercial St.) to 'Best Breakfasts'. Brioche, porridge with prunes, delicious fresh rhubarb - it's all amazing. In fact, I think I'm gonna go tomorrow...!
Best barbers? Ya... They are also for women? (!!??) Please, let me know about the best hairdresser! I'm new in town (I'm portuguese), and really dont know where to cut my hair. With style, of course!