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Popular Newcastle-founded hair and beauty salon chain, Boilerhouse, has expanded again with the opening of its first gentlemen’s salon in Jesmond.
Boilerhouse Gentleman, the brainchild of owner and stylist Felix Jones, has opened in a completely redeveloped building at The Fleming on Burdon Terrace in Jesmond, providing hair services for stylish gentlemen in the city.
The fashionable new salon will specialise in gentlemen’s hair techniques led by stylists professionally trained in the use of both scissor cuts and clippers.
Boilerhouse originally opened its doors in 1985 on Acorn Road in Jesmond, led by Felix’s parents Kim Le-Neveu and Steve Jones and, over the last 35 years, the family has developed a long-standing reputation and loyal customer base. In 2017, Felix opened the company’s second salon, Boilerhouse Ouseburn.
Boilerhouse Gentleman is situated in the redeveloped Gatehouse at the entrance to Adderstone Group’s Fleming building in Jesmond. The Gatehouse is Grade II listed and has undergone a sensitive refurbishment, including restoration of the original brick walls, exposed timber trusses and barge boards. The salon is fitted out with Belmont barber chairs in custom-made dark green leather.
Felix, who has 17 years’ experience in the industry said: “We wanted to create a gentlemen’s salon where men can go and have the type of experience more familiar in a female beauty salon.
“Our stylists are trained in the latest techniques and trends plus clients can enjoy a Pink Lane Coffee, watch TV, enjoy a draft beer or even a whisky during their appointment.
“Since we opened a couple of weeks ago, we’ve received valued support from a lot of loyal customers who have come to experience the new salon and we’re keen to welcome new clients too. Boilerhouse Gentleman offers a different kind of salon vibe for gents in the city and we’re excited about the future.”
Adderstone Group’s Commercial Estates Surveyor, Charlie Harkness said: “This is the second Boilerhouse salon we’ve developed in conjunction with Felix, following Boilerhouse Ouseburn at Maling Court. It’s been a pleasure to see the business grow. We’re confident the team will make a huge success of the new salon and I’m looking forward to making a visit for a gents’ cut and a beer soon!”
