Blades Barbers Shop

Need a trim in town? Blades on Lord Street is my go-to. It's not the cheapest—you'll pay a bit more than some of the others—but they're consistently good. I've been going for years, and they always do a solid job. The lads in there are sound too, always up for a bit of chat about the match or whatever's going on.

They've got a good reputation, judging by the 4.6-star rating on Google from 91 reviews. That's a decent score, and it reflects my experience. It's a proper barbershop, not one of those fancy salons that charges a fortune for a basic haircut. They do all the usual stuff—cuts, beard trims, the whole shebang.

Opening hours are handy too, 10am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. Closed on Sundays though (obviously!). Give them a ring on 01704 539024 if you want to check availability, especially on a Saturday as they can get busy.

One thing to bear in mind: parking in that part of Lord Street can be a pain. Give yourself a bit of extra time to find a space, or park further out and walk.