Where is the best hairdresser in North Shields?

The town centre has several well-regarded salons, including Rein & Co Hairdressing on Bedford Street and the independent Michael Arthur Hair on Saville Street West. Both offer cutting, colour and styling and have loyal local followings.

Where can I get a good barber in North Shields?

Artful Barber on Bedford Terrace is a highly-rated town-centre barbershop known for sharp cuts, and Lesley's Barbershop on Bedford Street is a friendly, traditional barbers. Both are handy for the centre of North Shields.

Are there independent hairdressers in North Shields?

Yes. Most of the town's salons and barbers are independent and locally run, including Michael Arthur Hair, Rein & Co Hairdressing, Artful Barber and Lesley's Barbershop, largely clustered around Bedford Street and Saville Street in the town centre.

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The Best Hairdressers and Barbers in North Shields

From a long-standing Bedford Street salon to a friendly local barbershop, a guide to the best hairdressers and barbers in North Shields.

North Shields.live·8 September 2026

Whether you are after a full restyle or a quick trim, North Shields is well served for hair. The town centre and the streets around Bedford Street hold a good mix of established salons and proper barbershops, most of them independent and locally run. Here are some of the names worth booking in with.

Rein & Co Hairdressing

Rein & Co Hairdressing on Bedford Street is a well-regarded town-centre salon offering cutting, colour and styling for all. Central and long-established, it is a reliable choice for a full salon appointment in the heart of North Shields.

Best for: Best for a full salon service — cutting and colour in the town centre.

Michael Arthur Hair

Michael Arthur Hair on Saville Street West is an independent salon with a loyal following, open Tuesday to Saturday. It is a good option for a considered cut and colour in a friendly, personal setting.

Best for: Best for a personal touch — an independent salon with regulars who stay loyal.

Artful Barber

For the gents, Artful Barber on Bedford Terrace is a highly-rated town-centre barbershop, well known locally for sharp cuts and a warm welcome. It is a dependable stop for a classic or a modern style.

Best for: Best for a sharp cut — a well-reviewed barbershop right in the centre.

Lesley's Barbershop

Lesley's Barbershop on Bedford Street is a friendly, traditional barbers serving the town centre. Straightforward, good-value and welcoming, it is exactly the sort of neighbourhood barbershop a town relies on.

Best for: Best for a traditional trim — a friendly local barbers, no fuss.

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