Now Cutting · Est. 1962

A Sharp Cut,
Fleet Street Tradition

Old-world barbering craft with a cinematic edge — classic cuts, hot towel shaves and beard sculpting, one chair away from the heart of London.

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60+
Years on Fleet St.
4.9
2,300+ Reviews
12
Master Barbers
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The Story

Sixty Years of Fleet Street Craft

"We don't just cut hair — we direct a scene. Every client leaves the chair ready for their close-up."

Founded in 1962 by master barber Aldous Parikh, ParikhMax has held its ground at No. 14 Fleet Street through six decades of London's fastest-changing street. Straight razors, hot towels and unhurried conversation — the craft hasn't changed, even if the skyline has.

Aldous & Maxwell Parikh Founders, ParikhMax Barbershop
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Services & Prices

Every service is booked in dedicated chair time — no rushing, no queue-jumping, just full attention from the first towel to the final trim.

01

Classic Cut

Precision scissor and clipper work, finished with a hot towel and styling.

£3545 min
02

Hot Towel Shave

A traditional straight-razor shave with hot towels, oils and balm.

£3030 min
03

Beard Sculpt

Shape, trim and condition — tailored to your face and your story.

£2525 min
04

Groom's Package

Cut, shave, beard sculpt and scalp massage for the leading role.

£7590 min
Starring

The Barbers

Twelve master barbers behind the chairs — six of the leads below, each with a signature style and a shared obsession: getting every detail right before you leave.

Maxwell Parikh, head barber
Head Barber
Maxwell Parikh
Elena Cross, razor specialist
Razor Specialist
Elena Cross
Idris Bello, style director
Style Director
Idris Bello
Sophie Marlowe, colour and grey blending specialist
Colour & Grey Blending
Sophie Marlowe
Marcus Webb, classic cuts barber
Classic Cuts
Marcus Webb
Priya Anand, junior barber
Junior Barber
Priya Anand
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Client Reviews

"Walked in for a trim, walked out feeling like the lead in my own film. The hot towel shave is worth the trip alone."

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James HarlowRegular since 2019

"Booked online in thirty seconds, chair was ready on the minute. Maxwell remembered exactly how I like it."

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Ravi ShahFleet Street local

"The Groom's Package before my wedding was the best ninety minutes of the whole week. Sharp doesn't begin to cover it."

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Tom WhitfieldFirst-time client

"Been coming here for a decade. It's the last proper barbershop left on this street, and it shows in every detail."

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Daniel ChoRegular since 2014

"Elena's beard sculpt is genuinely an art form. I show up with a mess and leave with an edit."

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Oliver PrattRegular since 2021
Reserve Your Scene

Book Your Chair

Pick a service, a date and a time — we'll confirm by email and have your chair, towel and tools ready when you walk in.

No. 14 Fleet Street, London EC4Y 1AATwo minutes from Temple station
+44 20 7946 0142Call for same-day availability
Mon–Sat, 09:00–18:30Closed Sundays
Find Us

On Fleet Street

Opening Hours

Monday09:00 – 18:30
Tuesday09:00 – 18:30
Wednesday09:00 – 18:30
Thursday09:00 – 20:00
Friday09:00 – 20:00
Saturday10:00 – 17:00
SundayClosed
Q & A

Frequently Asked

Everything first-time clients ask us at the door — answered before you even walk in.

We take walk-ins whenever a chair is free, but Fleet Street gets busy — especially over lunch and after 5pm. Booking online guarantees your chair and your preferred barber, so we always recommend reserving ahead for popular slots.

Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 4 hours before your appointment — just reply to your confirmation email or call the shop. Late cancellations and no-shows may be asked for a small deposit on future bookings.

Absolutely. Leave a note with your preferred barber's name in the booking form and we'll do our best to match you. Once you've found your regular, most clients simply mention the name over the phone for future visits.

Street parking on Fleet Street is metered and limited. We're two minutes' walk from Temple station and five from Blackfriars, so most clients arrive by tube. The nearest public car park is on New Bridge Street, a short walk away.

Yes — we welcome children aged 6 and up alongside our regular chairs. Book the Classic Cut and mention their age in the notes so we can pair them with a barber who's great with first-timers.

All major cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and cash. Contactless is fastest and preferred, but every method is welcome — settle up at the chair once your barber's finished.