TAPER
BARBER
A proper Preston Drove barbershop. No booking app, no waiting on a text back — just walk in, take a seat, and get a fade that's actually finished properly.
What makes Taper
different
No app to remember, no text to wait on — you walk in, you get seen.
Every chair here is set up for the same thing: a sharp, clean line and a fade that doesn't need explaining to your mates afterwards. Skin fades, razor work, a proper hot shave — the kind of detail that takes a bit longer because it's being done right, not rushed to hit a slot.
People come back because the shop has a good feel to it — regulars catching up in the chairs, kids getting their first skin fade, grandads in for their usual trim. It's the kind of place where everyone ends up chatting, and nobody's watching the clock.
Every haircut for customers aged 13 and over comes finished the same way: flaming ears, eyebrows tidied, hot towel — no extra charge, no upsell, just part of the cut.
Services & prices
Walk in any time we're open — no need to call ahead.
Haircuts
Ages 13+. Includes flaming ears, eyebrow tidy & hot towel finish.
Beard & shave
Ages 13+. Includes flaming ears, eyebrow tidy & hot towel finish.
Kids & seniors
Extras
Straight from the chair
A few recent fades and tapers from the shop.
What people say
What customers say about us on Google.
5.0112 Google reviews“Found his new go-to barber shop on the first visit — great service, fair prices, and a genuinely great haircut.”
“A regular for over a year now and won't go anywhere else — best barbers in Brighton, relaxed atmosphere, always good value.”
“Went in wanting to avoid a buzz cut after a bad experience elsewhere — the barber worked with what he had and gave him a far better style.”
“Professional service and great value for money.”
“A really good taper, exactly what he was after.”
When we're open
| Monday – Friday | 9:00 – 19:00 |
| Saturday | 9:00 – 18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
Preston Drove
95 Preston Drove · tap for live directions95 Preston Drove
Brighton & Hove, BN1 6LD