Vieux Barbershop
Information about Vieux Barbershop
ME14 1HP, Maidstone
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-18h
- tuesday: 9h-18h
- wednesday: 9h-19h
- thursday: 10h-20h
- friday: 9h-18h
- saturday: 9h-17h
Welcome to Vieux Barbershop, an old school barbershop with a modern twist located in the heart of Maidstone, Kent. We are committed to providing the best men’s haircut in Kent, ensuring that each cut and beard trim not only lasts but also grows out beautifully.
Our interior boasts a rustic vibe that takes you 'back to basics', featuring oak-look flooring and classic barber chairs complemented by contemporary aluminum mirrors. While you receive your service, enjoy a selection of complimentary beverages, including cold beers, soft drinks, or coffee, all on us!
Our mission is to ensure every client leaves feeling relaxed and looking their absolute best. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Our comment from BarberSpot about Vieux Barbershop:
Vieux Barbershop, located in Maidstone, has quickly established itself as a top choice for men seeking quality haircuts and grooming services. With a strong reputation built on excellent customer service, this barbershop offers a welcoming environment that customers appreciate. Some key highlights include:
- Exceptional Quality: Many patrons rave about the precision and attentiveness of the barbers, particularly Darren and Theo, who consistently deliver haircuts that align perfectly with client requests.
- Warm Atmosphere: The shop is known for its friendly vibe, making each visit not just a haircut but a pleasant experience filled with great conversation and camaraderie.
- Attention to Detail: Barbers at Vieux take the time to consult with clients, ensuring they understand their needs and expectations, resulting in hairstyles that exceed expectations.
- Loyal Customer Base: Regulars frequently return, bringing their family members and friends, due to the high-quality service and the rapport built with the staff.
While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, there have been rare instances of mixed feedback, usually revolving around specific service requests. However, the barbershop's management is committed to addressing any concerns, ensuring that all customers leave satisfied.
In summary, Vieux Barbershop is highly recommended for anyone looking for a reliable barber that combines skill, customer care, and a friendly atmosphere.
Vieux Barbershop: Reviews
Fantastic experience: After previously using a barbers, my go to guy had left and unfortunately his replacement was fair below par, completely ignoring what I had asked for. I was recommended to Vieux and certainly wasn't disappointed. I was after a hair cut and bread tidy up..but unfortunately, I didn't select the services I needed online. So I was more concerned about getting my beard tidied up, not to look like a homeless person. Darren felt bad, so he gave me a hot towel treatment then went further to tidy my sides and back up so my hair went well with my beard. Excellent service, met with a warm welcome and overall, I've now found my go to Barbers!
Fantastic experience: Perfect haircut, lovely shop!
Fantastic experience: Best gents barbers/stylist in Maidstone. Been going here for years and all the staff are super friendly.
Fantastic experience: Always get my haircut exactly how I ask for. the shop is very welcoming and friendly and most importantly a 10/10 haircut
Fantastic experience: Great haircut with Jamie. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Perfect from Theo as always, Theo talked me through the haircut giving detail into what he was doing, This shows the care and precision he was putting into my haircut. Highly recommend Theo, or anyone at vieux
Fantastic experience: Theo did my haircut today and he was excellent. He listened to what I wanted and talked me through what he was going to be doing as well. Thanks again
Fantastic experience: My son is very fussy about his hair and highly recommended that I paid you a visit and I agree you have done a fantastic job and I look forward to seeing you again soon.
Fantastic experience: Always happy with the service received. Fantastic team too
Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere when all the barbers are there. Darren is a top guy, consistently giving out great haircuts.
Fantastic experience: Excellent barbers has to be the top one to visit in Maidstone, brilliant atmosphere with all the lads (stylists/barbers) jointly including all the customers to their conversations of differing topics .....mainly football ! Free beer at times and banter is a welcome change to ease you into a welcoming shop.Theo has been cutting and styling my hair for nearly a year now and is beyond his years of skill in cutting hair and advice , gladly listens to what you require and attentive to the detail you may require.!
Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere and conditions. Darren was excellent, explaining as he went along. Will be returning
Fantastic experience: Fantastic service, real attention to detail and a great atmosphere. I went for the first time today and I will not go anywhere else in future. Best my hair has looked!
Fantastic experience: Great place and great haircut!
Fantastic experience: Very good barbershop and good reviews and good haircuts.
Fantastic experience: 10/10 barbers! Great cut, always very sharp. Great vibe. Best barbers in Maidstone for sure.
Fantastic experience: Theo gave me great haircut, listened to what u wanted and got it spot on
Fantastic experience: My 9-year-old son had a very specific style in mind that we just couldn’t get right at the usual barbers. Theo was absolutely brilliant — he knew exactly what my son was after, took the time to explain what he was going to do before and during the cut, and made sure we were both comfortable throughout. The whole team were super friendly and welcoming too. As a mum, barbershops can sometimes feel a bit daunting, but the vibe here was so relaxed and inviting — we both felt completely at ease. My son was over the moon with his new haircut and has already said he doesn’t want to go anywhere else now! Thank you, Vieux — Louis will definitely be back! ✂️
Fantastic experience: Great customer service. Great hair cut. Great value. Already booked my next appointment. Well done .
Fantastic experience: Darren was nothing short of exceptional. He said "I bet no one has touched your hair like this before", and he was dead right. I'll be back in 6-8 weeks!
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend this barbershop — it’s a great place with excellent service and a welcoming atmosphere. All the staff are friendly, talkative, and make you feel well looked after from the moment you walk in. In particular, Theo, who cut my hair, was fantastic — efficient, professional, and gave me a clean haircut that I’m really pleased with. The quality of the service here is exactly what i wish for from my barbers, I will definitely be coming back!
Fantastic experience: Top Quality Cut and service from Theo
Fantastic experience: Top tier treatment from the moment I walked in to the moment I left. Nothing to fault at all. Will be back very soon. Thank you to Theo for the amazing cut :)
Fantastic experience: I've been going to Theo at Vieux barbershop since being back from uni and now I wouldn't trust anywhere else. Theo knows what he's talking about, from burst fades to tapers to V fades, always a great haircut - and sound guy too. Would definitely recommend!
Fantastic experience: Best barbershop in the UK. Ryan’s been cutting my hair since he was working in Mayfair and now even though he’s opened this amazing place in Kent. The commute from London is worth it. Great barbers are like tattooist. Don’t change them highly recommend the team here
Negative experience: If I could give 0 starts I would, I did add a review and they deleted. I went last month to do a buzz cut and beard trim, a beginner I guess destroyed by beard shape.
Hi Lulian,
We apologise deeply that you’ve had this experience, however… if memory serves us correctly you paid us a visit after ‘butchering’ your own beard at home which you so conveniently forget to mention in your review. we then provided a service that we could due to these unfortunate circumstances.
We explained this in the service with what you came to us with left us with our hands tied behind our backs & without resetting your beard ( reducing lots of length, which you didn’t want ) this is what we could do.
What we would suggest is in future leaving it to the experts rather than ‘butchering’ it and then expecting us to perform miracles.
Also just to provide some clarity, we have no control of reviews which means we have no option of deleting them.
Kind regards
Vieux
Fantastic experience: I dropped into Vieux today after another barber wasn’t able to finish the service I wanted. I booked in with Jamie for a Luxury Beard Trim, as my beard line was in desperate need of saving! Jamie absolutely smashed it—he did a fantastic job and completely turned things around for me. Not only does he clearly know his stuff, but he also gave me total confidence in his skills. The whole team at Vieux were welcoming, and the shop itself has a great atmosphere. I was so impressed that I’ve already booked my next appointment with Jamie.
Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend the guys at Vieux! I have been going here for around 18 months, never used a barbers before and I go here for my beard! Darren always does a great job! I have suffered a lot from anxiety in the past and still do get a bit socially anxious, but I always feel as ease and comfortable when I'm there!
Fantastic experience: Honestly the best barber experience ive ever had. I would strongly recomend
Fantastic experience: Jamie was excellent and professional throughout. most professional barbers I have visited.
Fantastic experience: Couldn't recommend enough, had an amazing haircut and was kept in the know during every decision and properly consulted to make sure the finish was what I wanted.
Fantastic experience: Outstanding service, great team and excellent leadership. You will feel right at home visiting this home.from home barbershop and to think I was just there to hold my mates hand while he got a trim ready for a festival later that day.
Fantastic experience: Great haircut from Darren , probably the best I have ever had!
Fantastic experience: My first time here and I got exactly what I wanted, Ryan listened to what I wanted and it was exactly as I’d asked. Wouldn’t go anywhere else in Maidstone now
Fantastic experience: Taylor was absolutely awesome! Best beard trim and tidy up in the Maidstone area. Switching over to Vieux Barbers as of now!
Fantastic experience: Great barbers, Ryan was superb with his technique and gave a lot of time to make sure I walked out more than happy.
Fantastic experience: Jamie is a fantastic barber. Friendly and professional. Moved away from Maidstone but still make the journey to get a trim from him.
Fantastic experience: Always a great cut from Taylor plus you couldn’t team a friendlier team than the boys in Vieux. Recommended.
Fantastic experience: Darren is a great barber! He delivered a fantastic service with attention to detail and a friendly attitude. Highly recommend him if you're looking for a quality cut and a professional experience.
Fantastic experience: Really great service, very friendly and pleasant staff. I got some great advice as the guys clearly know their stuff when it comes to hair. I have already booked my next appointment, and will make this barbers my regular. Very happy!
Fantastic experience: Best barbers in Kent, only problem is they're so good, you have to book 3-months in advance!
Fantastic experience: Always a great experience friendly staff, professional cuts, and a relaxed atmosphere. They really listen and deliver exactly what you ask for. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to Vieux for a while now. Jamie does my hair and always does an amazing job. I would highly recommend Vieux to anyone needing a haircut in Maidstone! Great bunch of lads work there too and always loads of banter and laughs
Fantastic experience: Great cut and great chat from Jamie. Solid work!
Fantastic experience: Popped in for a skin fade with Darren yesterday and I'm really happy with it. Clean cut, great attention to detail, and he took his time to get it right. Fade looks sharp.
Fantastic experience: Darren is excellent. I always enjoy my time at Vieux, good conversation a great haircut and good advice on the beard. A million miles removed from the “cash only” barbers up and down the High Street.
Fantastic experience: Last chop of the year. Best wishes to Maidstone’s finest establishment for 2025.
Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Vieux Barbershop enough. They are by far the best barbers in Kent.
Fantastic experience: Just had an amazing haircut at Vieux Barbershop in Maidstone and I couldn’t be happier! Darren was my barber, and he was absolutely brilliant—skilled, patient, and really took the time to understand exactly what I wanted. His precision and attention to detail were top-notch. The shop itself has a great vibe—very friendly and spotlessly clean, with a lovely dog wandering around that adds to the charm. The ambience is excellent—exactly what you’d want from a high-quality barbershop. The price, ranging between £29–£45 depending on the service, is absolutely fair for the quality and experience you get. After trying many places (and even going bald a few times from bad haircuts), I’ve finally found the one. I’ll definitely be a loyal customer for years to come. Highly recommended!
Fantastic experience: ★★★★★ – First-Class Service and Style Absolutely top-notch experience at Vieux Barbershop. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was spot on – clean, stylish, and welcoming without being over the top. My barber took the time to ask exactly how I wanted my cut, and then delivered it with precision and attention to detail you don’t find often these days. You can tell they genuinely care about their craft – no rush jobs, no upselling nonsense – just proper, old-school service with a modern edge. Left feeling sharp, fresh, and genuinely looked after. It’s rare to find somewhere that gets both the cut and the customer service right every single time. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: I recently got a haircut at Vieux and was blown away by the experience. My stylist was attentive and skilled, delivering a stylish cut that suited me perfectly. The staff was friendly and welcoming, making the visit enjoyable from start to finish. Highly recommended for anyone seeking great service and a fantastic haircut!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic service provided by Darren. Consistently excellent job, and high attention to detail! Would thoroughly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Professional and thorough. Very happy with the cut from Taylor and will be returning. Highly recommend these chaps.
Fantastic experience: This barbershop is clean, cut and modern. Moved to Maidstone last October and Vieux was the first and only place I’d go. Been 5 months now and happiest I’ve been with my hair. I have wavy, curly, Afro mixed hair and Darren was very knowledgeable, consultant led and experienced from the start. Darren is very professional. Always an excellent and attentive service. Always goes above the normal for an excellent customer experience. A very accurate cut and always presents “the before and after” to get a visual representation. Never had any issues booking online or calling up. Great team, great barbers, great atmosphere - all round excellent 5* Look no further, this is your spot!
Fantastic experience: I saw Jamie for the first time & whilst I'm ecstatic with his work, I'm also gutted I went to anyone else. I'll definitely be going back for the foreseeable future!
Fantastic experience: Warm, welcoming environment with 5 star Barbers - would recommend to anyone looking for a reliable place to get your hair sorted. (Book Darren if you can)
Fantastic experience: Always a 5 star service when I go to visit the lads , you can sit in any seat and know you’re going to come out with a haircut you adore. Visiting Vieux is an experience and service you cannot get at any other barber shop, best in Kent , bar none.
Fantastic experience: Been coming here since they started and won’t be stopping anytime soon - best barbers in Kent and probably the whole country!
Fantastic experience: Great job by Ryan today, brilliant cut this guy really knows his stuff. Definitely be back again!
Fantastic experience: Best barbers in Maidstone. Jamie and Ryan always give the best advice on products and styling. Always happy with my trim!
Thank you Alex!
Fantastic experience: Wouldn’t go anywhere else! Been using Vieux barbers for the last few years and the chaps in there are always very welcoming and attentive.
Thank you Reece!
Fantastic experience: Found these guys on the off chance when I was looking for a change in style and wanted to find a place that has mens stylists that can assist and advise on the sort of change I wanted, from the first few minutes in the seat with Darren I knew this was what I was looking for I would highly recommend them to anyone who is sick of basic cuts.
Thank you Chris, we look forward to seeing you again!
Fantastic experience: Best cut and beard trim I’ve had, Jamie was brilliant!
Fantastic experience: Having lived in the area for the majority of my life, my haircut has always been one of the services which I was never satisfied with, going around the town centre like a journeyman just trying to find the right club to join - sure they would do the job but something was always missing, and I'd move onto the next barbershop until I realised i'm back where I started. That all changed when Vieux came into existence and changed my life and my hair. It was like joining the Galacticos/Invincibles in one after spending my life meandering around the Championship. If only Vieux were around sooner, maybe I would have won more trophies in my younger days, but legacy is not about where you were, its about how you end. And I'm going to end a winner. Be a winner, have a consistently perfect haircut at Vieux, don't have regrets.
Thank you Nathan, We're sorry we didn't open sooner so you could add to your trophy cabinet!!
Fantastic experience: Cannot recommend the guys at Vieux enough, been a regular here for 5 years after Ryan saved me from a previous hack job of a beard trim. Since then I wouldn’t want to go anywhere else. From the initial consultation the guys are open and honest with what you are trying to achieve and what would or wouldn’t work with your hair type. All of the guys are absolute professionals, providing quality services, a relaxing and welcoming environment with attention to detail. Keep up the great work guys, top tier barbering and hands down the best in Maidstone!
Thank you Matt!
Fantastic experience: Superb, simply superb. From beginning to end. A high-end, friendly, interactive and eye opening experience. After going to Turkish barbers my whole life, I decided to try out something a bit better. I was initially worried about it being worth the price, but I can proudly say I regret nothing, and even felt compelled to tip more. From when I sat in the chair I was offered a complimentary drink of choice while Jamie and I were discussing what I wanted for my haircut. Jamie listened to me very patiently and worked with me to help me figure out what I wanted and how to make it a reality. Throughout the cut, I felt like we could really communicate and the atmosphere was very friendly and joke-y with the other barbers and customers in at the time. The end result was something I never expected, I was incredibly pleased and I will be coming back to get all my haircuts here while I live in Maidstone. Cannot recommend enough, to those who are put off by the price, I promise you that if you try it once, you won't want to go anywhere else
Wow Emmanouil, What an amazing review to receive!! We appreciate your feedback so much and thank you for being so detailed with it!
We're so delighted you enjoyed your visit to Vieux and we can't wait to see you again!
Fantastic experience: Always an awesome experience! All the guys are welcoming and attentive. My barber Darren has always understood what I (and in most cases, my partner) has wanted with my haircuts. Also have gone above and beyond with their service. Have and would continue to recommend to whoever is looking for a new barber!
Fantastic experience: Jamie was great, easy to talk to and cut hair to a brilliant standard. Worth the price as the quality of the cut is really good!
Fantastic experience: Jamie was great. Will be returning! Thank you.
Fantastic experience: Top tier barbershop can’t go wrong never had a bad trim from there always up for a chat and a laugh with good music. 100% recommend Jamie
Fantastic experience: Fabio listened to the brief and was attentive to detail and good banter 5
Fantastic experience: Been coming here for years, by a country mile the best in the game Massive shoutouts to Taylor and Jamie, I promise you that you won’t find a better cut - talent with heaps of knowledge and experience to back it up. I also regularly bring my son with me, and the lads never fail to make him feel at ease and welcome ❤️ Thank you gents!
Fantastic experience: I have had 2 haircuts by Jamie and they have been phenomenal. Recommend 100%
Fantastic experience: Great service with very patient and understanding barber, I usually cut my own hair (and beard) but wanted to look fresh for my wedding. I booked online which gave a clear pricing structure and overview of services on offer which made me feel confident while booking. Darren spent time during the consultation getting exactly what I wanted (even when I didn’t know myself) and even went in again on the beard to tidy it up (despite me initially saying I wanted to keep the length ) Made me feel comfortable and welcome throughout, the sleeping dog in the shop only added to the experience. I noticed online that cuts come with a free touch up in between cuts which I think is a great offer! I Would definitely book again!
Fantastic experience: Taylor is a wizzard with the clippers Went for a new look and he walked me through every step. Top bunch of blokes, Couldn’t recommend vieux barbershop enough.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic haircut and a great relaxing atmosphere. Ive definitely found my regular barbers.
Fantastic experience: Wonderful service and so clean and welcoming. Great people and just felt so pampered and special. Thank you
Fantastic experience: My third time at Vieux Barbershop and the third time I’ve left happy with a great haircut by Darren. Once again another great time at the shop, all the lads are super talented and make sure you’re welcome to their shop, great atmosphere and best at their trade.
Fantastic experience: I have been looking for a barber for a decent amount of time and I came across vieux barber shop on Facebook, I booked with Fabio as I had seen his portfolio and was very impressed. He did not disappoint with the haircut or customer service. Would recommend to anyone who would like an excellent haircut.
Fantastic experience: I had been looking for a quality hairdresser since my barber moved away from Kent. After a fair few failed attempts I have finally succeeded. Great service, top quality hair cut, at last!!!! And completely welcoming. I would highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic experience with Jamie, great guy and fantastic barber. Best cut I’ve had in a long time, will be back! (Ps, lovely shop doggo to!)
Fantastic experience: Great service! Great cut! Wouldn’t recommend anyone else.
Fantastic experience: Top quality experience from the moment you arrive. Consultation initially before the haircut. Top fellas.
Fantastic experience: Its was my first time today and let’s just say all the reviews are spot on. Darren is a legend 10/10 experience. I will def become a regular here.
Fantastic experience: Booking was incredibly easy, staff is welcoming and know what they are doing. End result was exactly as asked.
Fantastic experience: Such a great barber shop with great staff. Had a dodgy haircut elsewhere and came here for a fix up. Had Jamie do an excellent job fixing my hair. Couldn’t recommend enough. Will 100% be going back.
Fantastic experience: First time at Vieux. Darren is a legend! Took great care to give me the perfect cut. Thanks.
Fantastic experience: I booked in with Ryan for a skin fade and beard trim. Really nice relaxed atmosphere in the shop and I’m very happy with the end result. I will definitely be booking again
Fantastic experience: This is the only shop you need to consider in the whole of Kent, let alone Maidstone, trust me I used to be a barber. It's a great vibe with talented barbers who know what they're doing. I get my hair done with Darren, who is an absolute dude and very passionate about his trade. He's easily one one the most diligent and talented barbers I've ever sat with. It's clear he knows what he's doing with the scissors as well as the clippers and he can give you actual advice on your hair type and any issues you might have. He's always in good spirits, gives an amazing consultation when you first meet, and continues to work with you to ensure your cut is exactly what you want every time. If you're looking for a proper barber shop, with proper barbers then look no further!
Fantastic experience: Great service and quality cut by Darren. Really happy cheers!
Fantastic experience: Fabio at Vieux is awesome. Good conversation, extremely good attention to detail & the time & effort he puts into your cuts is unmatched. The value for money is definitely justified. I've been going there for a while now & I'd never go anywhere else. All the lads are legends there but as I can only speak personally for Fabio, I'd recommend him any day of the week!
Fantastic experience: I have been going to this baber for just under a year now. Fabio is my barber and has always given me exceptional service. Fabio listens to what you want and gives recommendations on what he thinks might work for your hair. I have always come away from my appointment happy and satisfied with my hair cut. Fabio is a great professional and cares about his work and you can see this in his haircuts. The shop it's self has a good vibe and makes you feel welcomed. I will continue to use this shop and Fabio as my barber and I cannot recommend the shop and Fabio enough. I have told two of my friends to get a haircut from Fabio and they are now regular customers of Fabio.
Fantastic experience: How do I even start? I struggled finding a really good barber since leaving London but luckily I stumbled across Vieux. I’ve been here twice already and hands down these guys may be the best barbers I’ve been to. Services are well priced especially when you consider a free trim top up is included. The guys are really passionate about what they do and always leave you satisfied. These guys don’t get enough credit for the professionalism they provide and the quality of service. Super friendly atmosphere and the guys are quite chatty!
Fantastic experience: Fabio did a phenomenal job on the mess of a barnet I had. Proper nice lad and an excellent barber!!
Fantastic experience: Darren cuts my hair he's a top bloke. Highly recommended
Fantastic experience: Fabio is definitely by far the best barber/ stylist in Kent My teen son always struggles for new styles as is conscious of image like all teen boys Every change Fabio smashes it!! And he leaves full of confidence Worth every extra penny compared to an average barber shop! Vieux is definitely more than an average barber shop for sure!
Fantastic experience: Fabio’s been cutting my hair for long time now and it’s always a perfect haircut. Great guy and all the other barbers in there are always a good laugh
Fantastic experience: Darren was fantastic! Time and attention to detail would definitely recommend
Fantastic experience: Great place. My son got exactly what he asked for plus advice and care. Very professional. Will return.
Fantastic experience: Would recommend this barbershop to anyone. Best haircut I’ve had and you’re not even paying over the odds when the skin fade price includes a free trim up. Proper service.
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