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ABOUT US

Skins & Needles Barbers

Skins and Needles Barbers in the heart of Middlesbrough is a multi award winning barber shop priding ourselves on offering not only the best haircuts but the best customer experience. From on-trend cuts to a welcoming shop atmosphere, we provide the best training and education for all our barbers to keep them at the top of their game. The cast of MTVs Geordie Shore and Middlesbrough Football Clubs players are amongst our loyal client base and know we can be entrusted to keep them looking slick on tv and the football pitch.

The Team

Get to know our talented team of barbers, from winning awards to attending frequent training seminars, we make sure our team are set to take over.

Laura

Laura is our Head Barber, also known as the, is also the Queen of the industry. With over 16 years of experience, she now runs our award-winning studio in the heart of Middlesbrough, and rightly so.

Her enthusiastic personality is infectious, bringing a light and upbeat atmosphere in the studio, the other barbers, and our clients.

But 16 years' experience is not the only thing Laura has under her belt, she is also a Slick Gorilla Ambassador, working with new and exclusive products to push her potential to the limit.

Abbie

Bringing the style to the streets, our barber Abbie is one of the most creative in the industry. Specialising in everything from skin fades to ear waxing, her modern textured style is perfect for anyone wanting to keep up with the current trends.

Abbie is taking modern styles to the next level, working 6 days a week (Monday-Saturday) to make sure that everyone gets in on the hype. If you're someone that loves the limelight, good news! Abbie also has 6 years of photography experience, so your new trim gets the perfect shot to go with it.

Her creative style perfectly fits her enthusiastic personality, with each client coming into a warm and welcoming atmosphere – guaranteed to leave happy.

Jake

Jake is our educator here at Skins and Needles Barbers. With over 5 years of experience barbering and 3 years of training upcoming creatives in the industry, his outgoing personality and attention to detail are guaranteed to leave every client satisfied with their new shape up.

Working 5-6 days a week at our Middlesbrough studio, Jake specializes in classy haircuts and hot towel shaves but is always available for everything else in-between.

If you're looking for someone to take care of both you and your hair, Jake is the man for you. If you're looking at getting into the barbering industry or developing your skills, he's the go-to guy for all things training, tips, and advice!

Multi Award Winning Barbers

– 5 Star Barbers of the Year – North East Hair & Beauty Awards
– Highly recommended improving job opportunities Business – Award Civic Community Awards 2021
– Employer of the Year 2021 British Hair & Beauty Awards
– 2021 British Hair & Beauty Awards
– Barbers shop of the Year 2021 Gold & Overall
– Good Barber of the Year British Hair & Beauty Awards
– Barbershop of the year 2021 English Hair & Beauty Awards
– Team of the year 2019 from North East Hair & Beauty Awards

EDUCATION

Training is at our core.

Skins and Needles Barbering Academy aim is to produce confident, highly skilled barbers who are expertly schooled in all aspects of barbering.

Learn More About The Academy

Skins & Needles Barbering Academy delivers top-level CPD accredited barbering training to those looking for a solid foundation for entry into the industry.  The academy has an established and varied client base which ensures maximum student to client cutting contact time. This rich demographic gives our students access to many different hair types including European, Asian and African hair thus giving our students a working knowledge of all hair types. 
Skins & Needles Barbering Academy delivers top level barbering training to those looking for a solid foundation for entry to the industry.  Our learning methods are delivered in a working barbershop environment, proven to be the best preparation for a professional career in barbering.  

We offer the following CPD accredited courses and a full in depth breakdown of our course content is available on enquiry: 

  • Barbering For Beginners
  • Advanced Barbering
  • Luxury Male Grooming
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“Embracing individuality. the raw power of creativity. that’s what slick gorilla was founded on. we’re here for the bold, the strong, the creators and innovators. the independent minds and unique characters. more than that, we’re one of you.” – Slick Gorilla – Ari & Ash

OPENING HOURS
M: 9AM-5:30PM
T: 9AM-5:30PM
W: 9AM-5:30PM
T: 9AM-5:30PM
F: 9AM-7PM
S: 8:30AM-5:00PM
S: CLOSED
174 Linthorpe Rd,
Middlesbrough, TS1 3RB