Man About Town Barbers
62 New London Rd
CM2 0PD, Chelmsford
+441245354333

Opening hours

  • sunday: (closed)
  • monday: 9h-18h
  • tuesday: 9h-18h
  • wednesday: 9h-18h
  • thursday: 9h-20h
  • friday: 9h-18h
  • saturday: 8h-17h

Welcome to Man About Town Barbers, your go-to barbershop located in the heart of Chelmsford, Essex. We pride ourselves on our expertise in both traditional and modern cutting techniques, ensuring each client leaves with a style that suits them perfectly.

As an appointment-based barbershop, we recommend booking ahead to avoid any disappointment, although we do our best to accommodate walk-ins whenever possible. Our goal is to provide a unique and enjoyable experience every time you visit.

We offer a variety of services including haircuts, shaves, and beard trims, all at competitive prices. Please note that prices are subject to change, so it’s best to confirm when making your appointment.

Join us Monday to Saturday and follow us on social media for updates and special promotions. We look forward to seeing you!

Our comment from BarberSpot about Man About Town Barbers:

Man About Town Barbers is renowned for its exceptional service and skilled barbers, creating a welcoming and friendly atmosphere that keeps customers returning. Many regulars highlight Lloyd, Dan, George, and Bailey as standout barbers, consistently delivering quality cuts that meet clients' expectations.

They offer:

  • Outstanding customer service: Many reviews emphasize the friendly and welcoming staff who create a comfortable experience.
  • Quality haircuts: Customers commend the attention to detail and skill of the barbers, with several mentioning excellent results for both hair and beard trims.
  • Easy booking process: The online appointment system is appreciated for its efficiency, allowing for hassle-free scheduling.
  • A great atmosphere: Many describe the shop as relaxed and inviting, often highlighting complimentary drinks and a friendly chat during the visit.
  • Focus on young talent: The shop encourages new barbers fresh out of college, providing a supportive environment for their development.

While the majority of reviews are positive, a few customers have had mixed experiences, noting that specific requests for cuts were not fully met. However, these instances appear to be outliers in an otherwise highly regarded establishment. Overall, Man About Town Barbers offers exceptional value and a top-quality experience, making it a highly recommended choice for haircuts in Chelmsford.

Man About Town Barbers: Reviews

4.9/5 (198 Reviews)
Stephen Fowell Published on Google 1 month ago

Fantastic experience: Lloyd always provides a perfect Service now a regular customer process for booking simople and effective.

Man About Town Barbers

Thank you Stephen!

Ian Westwood Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: George is an excellent barber, first class from start to finish. Highly recommended.

B&R Cleaning Contractors Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: I've been coming here for 10 years – honestly, they're the best barbers around! Outstanding customer service every time, a drink while you wait, easy booking system... what's not to love? Prices are super reasonable, atmosphere's great, and all the barbers are top-notch. Plus, they're all about giving young barbers a chance straight out of college – that's just brilliant. Highly recommend, no questions asked!

Jade Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great service thank you. Kind and patient with my son and really quick and professional. This was our first time here after trying many different barbers for my 5 year old. Will definitely be back.

Nathan Ellingham Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: I had a brilliant time here . Staff are down to earth and friendly, you get a quality hair cut at a good price I’m really happy with my results ! You will be seeing me again ! Would 100% recommend.

Naitik Rawat Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: had a scissor cut and fade form Bailey very impressed by the end result exactly how I wanted it, definitely recommend paying them a visit

Ashutosh Ratnam Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: My first time at MAT. A great experience and a very satisfying haircut. Thank you Dan!

Chris Stitt Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: Really friendly and welcoming atmosphere here. Lloyd gives a great haircut.

Andrew Kelso Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: This barbershop has quality customer service and does the best haircuts - masters of their art

Heritage Conversions Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: First time getting a haircut with Lorenzo and I’m honestly impressed. He did an excellent job on both my hair and beard, very precise, clean, and exactly what I was hoping for. He took his time, paid attention to the details, and made sure everything looked sharp before finishing. You can tell he really knows what he’s doing. Definitely coming back and highly recommend him.

Connor Kelly Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Hands down the best barbers I've ever been to! Dan is incredible—his cuts are spot-on, and I've genuinely never had so many compliments on my hair since switching here. Highly recommend!

Amir Rashid Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Lorenzo was great. I was a first time customer. I showed him photos of the hairstyle I wanted and I was very happy with the result. Also served an excellent espresso!

Josh Shreeve Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Dan is the man when it comes to a fresh trim in Essex! I tried some other barbers when I moved to the area who couldn’t quite cut it (if you’ll pardon the pun). Dan took the time to understand what I wanted, make suggestions and it’s the first time my hairs been complimented in years!

Tim Julian Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Very happy with the cut I got from Bailey. Nice, friendly atmosphere (first time customer) and reasonably priced. Highly recommended.

Matthew Collins Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic cut, exactly what i wanted

Marc Wimble Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Joined a few years ago after trying barbers in and around town. Man About Town was the best by far. Kind, friendly, down to earth and highly skilled barbers. Can’t recommend them enough!

C Golding Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Bailey did a great job on my son’s hair.

Paul Gilliland Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Always a friendly welcome and good service at a decent price

Louis Eaves Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: Dan was a dream today, Understood how to cut Curly hair and did it well! And to top it off he had great chat which made the experience even better. It may be a small premises but even when busy you feel like you’re the focus and not being rushed.

Ben Rogers Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: I have been going here for years now and really is a great barbers!

Matt S Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Dan was really friendly and welcoming, as well as giving some helpful advice and of course a great haircut!

Eddy Riches Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Lovely new shop

George Clements Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend! Great service, friendly team and high quality haircut.

Dave Mack Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Recommended by a friend, George did a perfect job. Good friendly vibe too.

Jamie Haines Published on Google 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great service, and welcoming staff!

Ian Bryant Published on Google 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic service, absolutely brilliant with my pre-teen son who is difficult at best, he is over the moon with his hair and you have a customer for life

Luke Osborne Published on Google 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Service and cut was spot on. Thanks Dan.

James A Caviel Published on Google 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Been coming here about 18 months and settled n Lloyd as my barber. I'm always happy with my cut, the atmosphere is always cordial and warm. Refreshments always offered and appointments always run on time. Very happy. Nuff said..

Harry Cornell Published on Google 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Had a brilliant cut with Dan at Man About Town Barbers in Chelmsford. He did a fantastic job, really took his time and made sure everything was spot on. Couldn’t be happier with the result and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

Denise Love Published on Google 7 months ago

Positive experience: “Me and da boyz pulled up to Man About Town Barbers blasting phonk. We asked for a clean fade, man gave us that haircut that cost a quarter special. Next thing I know he hands me 67 mangoes and says, ‘That’ll be 67.’ No explanation, no receipt, just 67. The shop started glowing purple like a Dragon Ball Z power-up, lightning shooting out the roof while the barber whispered ‘MANGO MANGO MANGO’ on loop. By the time we left, I’d aged 6-7 hours, my trim looked like it was cut in Ohio, and I still don’t know what currency I paid in. Would recommend if you’re tryna ascend into the barber multiverse.

TRUN Published on Google 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: Always a pleasure to go there. Lovely guys, always professional and do a great haircut every time! Highly recommend!

Demetri Treloar-Constantinou Published on Google 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing place and great quality cuts!! All staff are friendly and would definitely recommend!!!!!

Gareth Morris Published on Google 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: The team at Manaboutown are first class. Excellent barbers, a welcoming and accommodating atmosphere and well priced.

Daniel Dunn Published on Google 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: The whole experience was great, really friendly staff. Excellent advice. This will be my barbers from now on

Luke Woodside Published on Google 9 months ago

Negative experience: Was not happy with cut. Told the guy to cut it similar to another barbers hair style who had a mullet and longer hair at the back. At the end of the cut he had shaven all my hair at the back, shaped it nicely but with my graduation coming up next week, definitely not what I wanted.

Ned Published on Google 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: My first time at this barbers...I will be back! Dan was a very welcoming and jovial master at the chair and with little idea of what I wanted, his eye and skill created a very pleasing and stylish new look for me...safe and creative hands! Thank you.

Aaron Hill Published on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Had a beard cut and clipper cut with Dan. Great service, great atmosphere, great cut. Could not recommend more. Will 100% be returning!

Marc Stay Published on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend, George always gets it spot on and a great atmosphere at the barbers

Daniel Pontes Published on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Zak did an amazing job! Very friendly and engaging too. Very happy with the service done at Man About Town Barbers.

Sam F Published on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Best barbers in Chelmsford. Jamie has been cutting my hair for nearly 10 years and he always smashes it.

Tony Castle Published on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Always a pleasure. Great team and a nice environment. Love not having to wait around

Natalie Brotherton Published on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Dan has been fantastic cutting my son's hair.

Frank S Published on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic place! Jamie and the team always provide a great service. Especially like the efficient and easy to use online booking system.

Matt James Published on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere and I’m pleased with my haircut. Nice one Dan ✂️

Paul Swain Published on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great place! Fantastic barber!

Emma Harragan Published on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Friendly, relaxed salon. Been coming over the years with my husband, brothers, nephew and now my 2 year old. They took the time to let him explore and look around while giving professional service

Matthew Brignull Published on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Always top quality cut and service! 3rd barbershop I tried after moving to Chelmsford. 3rd time lucky! I'm now a regular and won't go anywhere else.

rzecznik nasa Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Zak is absolutely a star, very happy with your service.

Mark Walker Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I found them on Google search as I needed a head shave and beard trim on the day of my wedding. Dan was fantastic and the whole experience in the barbers was great. Fair price and very happy leaving the place.

Neville Murton Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Always a pleasure to have a trim here from Lorenzo and the guys. Been going for years and always a friendly welcome oh and a great cut too.

Samantha Miller Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: First time here and what a great find! Dan did my son's hair. He knew exactly what we wanted and delivered. With Dan's cutting techniques, he transformed my son's hair. He's a lovely, friendly guy and very skilled. If you want a great cut in a friendly environment where they take the time to cut your hair, this is the place to be. Thank you Dan, we've found our new barber!

Natalie W Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My son had his hair cut by Dan. Fantastic service all the way through, really took his time to make sure the cut was perfect - thank you!

Jay Glover Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been a regular at Man About Town for a few years, and Jamie has been my hairdresser from the start. He always does a fantastic job, and I highly recommend visiting if you’re looking for top-notch service.

Kristopher Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: First time using and highly likely to return. Really happy with the cut. Nice barber shop and not overpriced. All the team seemed friendly enough. Dan who attended to the sheering did well and was great to chat too. Maybe a drinks cabinet / fridge would the the icing but it was before noon. So, maybe a little early in the day.

Conor Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Dan always sorts me out, did my wedding haircut and it looked great, stayed in place.

Michael Henesy Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Decent place to get your hair cut, friendly staff and a nice atmosphere.

Rob W Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Second time I have visited. No need to find another barbers. Dan did a great job. Very pleased. Thank you

Anthony Martin Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Hard not to like this barbershop. Friendly, welcoming staff both in the shop and over the phone. Always clean and tidy. Well presented and modern appearance in a smart and brightly decorated salon. Knowledged staff that are well equipped and a great vibe flowing throughout. Once again a top quality service given!

Ellis Benjamin Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Dan is the most knowledgable and professional barber I have ever had, for as long as he is working in this area there is no need to look any further.

James Dugmore Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Since moving to Chelmsford from London, finding a decent barbers was a challenge until I met Lloyd! Awesome guy, friendly, welcoming and is AMAZING at doing my beard! Thank you so much

Chris Holmes Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Haircut by Jamie from long to short style. Jamie clearly very knowledgeable and put me at ease. Very laid back environment, offered a drink on arrival and during the cut. 10/10

Michael Thomas Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Really good barbers, friendly atmosphere. Been going to Man About Town for over 10 years. Wouldn't go anywhere else. The Team are superb.

Jonny Stewart Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Outstanding quality. Dan was first-rate, great attention to detail on the beard trim and haircut and a brilliant conversationalist. Found my new regular!

S T Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic haircut and beard trim by Jamie, highly recommended

Sean Campbell Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Always had great cuts by Dan and Lorenzo Can’t recommend enough.

Andrew Johnson Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great service, fantastic haircut and good coffee

Astridge30 Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: An absolute delight, every time is an experience. The guys working here are all so friendly and always have a good conversation with you. The options available are all prices very fairly and the quality of the finished product always exceeds my expectations. Would definitely recommend if you have never been before.

Riki Spencer Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic and friendly service highly recommend these barbers I will definitely be back! Considering this was a random visit ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

James Carriner Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great haircut and friendly service - makes you feel welcome.

Barrie Tumbridge Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: As always Lloyd did a great job, not that I have a lot of hair but I left better than I arrived. Always friendly and professional.

Gary Hutchinson Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Went to barbers on the off chance of getting a walkin appointment. I was greeted by a young guy called Dan, who explained he was a junior but could cut my hair if I wanted. I agreed and not only did I get a good cut, but met this amazing young guy. Good luck in the future Dan

paul green Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: George is excellent, he is a very good barber and a lovely chap

Martin Underwood Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Been coming here for years. Great atmosphere, chilled, professional and welcoming. Jamie always gives a top notch haircut! Always enjoy our chats! Would highly recommend!

johan saji Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Zak delivered an outstanding haircut! It's truly inspiring to see such a young talent so devoted to his craft. His dedication promises a bright future, making everyone around him proud and establishing a remarkable legacy.

Terry Mounsey Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have been coming to this Barber Shop for many years now and the lads here are always so professional and welcoming, My son now gets his haircut here too, he absolutely loves the experience having the kids cut and now looks forward to visiting every time! I will say it is 100% the best Barber Shop In Chelmsford! If you are looking for a new fresh cut or style I’d highly recommend Man About Town Chelmsford! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

LPM Originale Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Hair cut by Junior Barber Dan, great cut and shape up! Good chat and really responded well to what i was looking for! Would recommend!

Presley Hattley Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have just had my haircut by the apprentice Zak and he gave me a skin fade and my hair styled back. I honestly don’t think i have ever had a better haircut. He gave the best service. I would definitely recommend and will be going back. Thank you so much zak.

Tim Edwards Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Having moved to Chelmsford in recent years it took a while to settle on a barbers. It's a great environment, quality cut, local business that's absolutely worth supporting.

Richard Smith Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I've never been a fan of getting my haircut. I normally don't like the result or the awkward small talk. But I was recommended man about town. I have been going for years now. I mostly see Lloyd. I always enjoy our chats and he is an expert barber and always does a great job on my hair and beard. I normally go in looking like a neanderthal and come out looking a lot more respectable.

Benjamin Robinson Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: found this men's hairdressers by their positive Google reviews and was not disappointed! Bailey was great, taking care to give me exactly the cut I wanted. Went for a wash and cut, and very satisfied with the result, got exactly the short hairstyle that I like, even after letting it grow out of control for 6 months. Easy to book online, and even got a last minute appointment. Decent coffee while you get your haircut is a nice bonus. Highly recommend!

Tom Jones Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Best barbers in Essex you must be mad not to have your hair cut here, great atmosphere really nice fellas, George and Lorenzo are my favourites in particular. Hair and beard is always 100%

Kate Austen Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Bailey was fantastic at making my son feel Comfortable for his first haircut. He was so patient and kind. We will definitely be back as he looks so smart!

Carl Published on Google 2 years ago

Negative experience: I had long hair and said some things I wanted but let the barber be creative, it's cost £40, when I got home I shaved my head and felt a lot better, I was embarrassed to be outside with the new cut, things I asked for were ignored.

Tim Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent haircut and very friendly team, would thoroughly recommend! Special shout out to George who makes me feel very welcome every time I visit, and gives a great haircut!

Laura Kelly Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Such a super bunch of guys. My son loves coming in. Highly recommend Bailey, Lorenzo and Jamie.

Gemma scott Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Always cut my husbands and sons hair so well, my son is very fussy and doesn't sit still they are always very good with him as well as being polite and chatty. Wouldn't go anywhere else. It's an hours drive but worth it

orinta kazlauskiene Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Welcoming , friendly and nice atmosphere. High quality hair cut and great price. Took it picky boys for the first time and they left happy and satisfied. Will definitely going back again, see you soon .

N S Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Chose a 45min appt with Lloyd to go thru different hairstyles. He understood what I was looking for and did a great job in delivering on what he said.

Kieran Stokes Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Had a skin fade by Bailey, over the moon with the haircut, great service and a nice environment. Highly recommend!

Mason Lynch Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Just got a trim by new apprentice Zak he done a good job. Best hair cut I’ve had in a long time

Luke Taylor Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: MATB is my favourite Barbers. Its located just off the main high street in chelmsford. Everyone is friendly and welcoming and unlike some places they will cut your hair how you want it. Highly recommended. They also have a online portal for bookings which is awesome.

Jack Karmy Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Had a scissor cut form Bailey, very impressed. Exactly how I wanted it and much smarter than when I walked in there. Definitely recommend paying them a visit.

Dylan Jordon Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Been a regular here for around 2 years now. George is amazing! Great skin fades, really friendly & really good chat. Thanks!

Steve Tonkin Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I've not lived in the area for long and have tried a couple of other barbers previously, Man About Town easily the best yet and I'll be using them going forward

User User Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Nipped in for a late appointment with Bailey last night due to several recommendations. Was abit worried about trying a new barber at first. But safe to say he absolutely smashed it. Always struggled to be happy with how the right side of my head is cut as it never seems to sit right. But Bailey smashed it absolutely buzzing with the cut. Will be back next month 100%. Thanks again

Adam Kinder Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very long overdue recommendation for the OG Lorenzo. Top bloke and great barber that it took most of my adult life to find. You have your friends, then you have your barber. It’s a sacred relationship between men that can’t be broken. I’d sooner get divorced than lose Lorenzo. Here for long time bro ✌ Le Bosh.

Nicholas Gooderham Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic as always! Lorenzo is a pro and I always enjoy the time spent in the shop! Thanks mate!

TokyOtaku98 “TokyOtaku” Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent service and friendly barbers. Would recommend to all in the area looking for a barber.

Zak Campbell Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Zak the apprentice barber was excellent and for how long his been doing hair done an amazing job with my cut today. All the staff are friendly and welcoming highly recommended barbers. Will definitely be a regular here from now on.

Kevin Langham Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I shouldn’t recommend this place because it will mean more trade and the possibility of me not getting the day or time slot I want but I will because it’s a great place to go for a haircut and beard trim.

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