Pall Mall Barbers was the backdrop for a recent programme filmed for the BBC on the History of Barbering. With our salons styled in the traditional barbershop style with wood panelling, retro tiles and front-facing sinks, they are the perfect location for a programme about barbers and how the barber shop developed.
Dr Alun Withey, one of the BBC’s New Generation Thinkers was doing a feature for the broadcaster about barbering in the 18th century and decided to use one of our barber shops in Central London to film in. The team were there for most of the day and we have some great shots of them filming.
Sporting his own impressive growth of facial hair, Alun took the plunge and went for a luxury wet shave when he came into Pall Mall Barbers in Fitzrovia after deciding to experience all the joys of a professional shave for himself. So with Michael, a very experienced and skilful barber he was in safe hands and ended up with a smooth, hair-free face and soft moisturised skin.
If you want to see the before and after pictures and learn a little more about the history of barbering, the programme is now on the BBC Arts website. You can also see the steps Michael goes through when he gives a luxury wet shave. Or if you want to read more about the fascinating history of barber shops and their tradition of surgical services through the ages, then Alun’s got a longer feature on his website. And if you fancy enjoying the barbering skills of a Pall Mall Barber, why not book in for your own luxury wet shave? You can book online or call any of our Central London barber shops.
