The Local, Barrow, nominated as one of the best barbers

The Local, on Allison Street, was established in 2020.

"I was really pleased, just thankful that people had taken time to do it. We hadn't really spoken about it much in the salon," worker Daniel Culley said. 

The Local staff on a work do (Image: Submitted)

"I think that I am quite proud that that we work in a laid back environment. We all get on so well. It's a really nice relaxing environment to be in, it translates well."

The Local does men's and women's hair. Daniel cuts men's hair and he said the most popular style they do currently is mullets. 

The Local on Allison Street (Image: Submitted)

"They're really popular at the moment. It's nice that people are branching out and trying new things," he said. 

When asked what sets them apart from other barbers and hair salons, he said: "For me it's all about the atmosphere. I just feel at home here." 

The staff hard at work (Image: Submitted)

During the pandemic the previous business closed and rebranded. "It was quite a hard time for us in our industry - we bounced back," he said.

Readers will be able to vote for their favourite finalist by picking up a copy of the newspaper until Saturday, July 6.

After this final voting stage has concluded, the winner will be crowned as The Mail's 'Hairdresser or Barber 2024' during the week commencing Monday, July 15.

The team at The Local, which does men's and women's cuts (Image: Submitted)

Tom Murphy, head of digital at Newsquest Cumbria, said: "We were inundated with nominations and it's no surprise given the number of brilliant barbers and hairdressers we have here in south Cumbria.

"Remember to pick up a copy of The Mail to give your favourite a chance to win."