Having worked in prestigious stores in Singapore, London and Cologne in a career spanning 15 years. Steve founded The Hoi Polloi in 2020 with a mission to elevate barbering to a level previously not seen in the North. With several Modern Barber Awards and successfully opening three popular stores in the North East within 4 years, Steve continues to push to improve client and experience and staff skillsets while positively impacting the communicty The Hoi Polloi Serves.

Store: Various

With 15 years of experience working at Murdock London and across the USA, Sam has grown to be one of the most in demand barbers in the North East. Often with weeks long waiting list Sam is your go-to for top-quality haircuts, whether it's traditional classics or contemporary styles.

Store: City Centre

Dan is a well-recognised face across the region with an extensive clientele list and for good reason. A highly skilled and experienced barber, Dan began his barbering career 8 years ago before honing his craft in Sydney and returning to his hometown where he continues to makea big impression with his signature natural, flowing style.

Store: Ouseburn

Jack is a creative powerhouse who has competed in national barbering finals and won numerous awards throughout his career. A rising star in the DJ world and with 15 years of barbering here in the North East, Australia and Asia, Jack’s bold, unique and dynamic style of cutting and styling men’s haircuts set him apart as one of the region’s biggest and brightest talents.

Store: Whitley Bay

A popular figure across the city, Jack has been a part of The Hoi Polloi story since day 1 – helping us to create an award-winning barbershop in Newcastle City Centre within 12 months. With 5 years of experience and a reputation for sharp fades, good laughs and great vibes, Jack prides himself on every customer enjoying their experience and leaving withstellar results.

Store: Ouseburn

Dan is your go-to guy if you’re looking for a calming, easy-going and considered barber appointment. A film buff, culture enthusiast, a great barber and an even better person, Dan has 4 years of experience in our Whitley Bay store – emphasising a commitment to inclusivity and creating a safe space protecting LGBTQ+ rights while delivering personalised, one-of-a-kind styles for everyone who walks through the door.

Store: Whitley Bay

Blending his fine art background and passion for music into his barbering, Nick’s 8 years of extensive and award-winning experience means he’s the go-to for clients searching for aunique, artistic touch in their next style. 

 Store: City Centre

Surfer, music lover, and master of longer styles that perfectly suit coastal lifestyles, Scotty has been a huge hit with colleagues and customers since joining The Hoi Polloi, bringing a laid-back vibe to his barbering with great attention to detail - leaving customers to enjoy laid-back, natural and flawless cuts every time.

Store: Whitley Bay

Extremely talented guitarist turned barber with a fresh and dynamic approach to producing creative cuts, Sam’s natural talent is already impressing clients and setting him on a path to creating competition-level haircuts. One of the brightest barbering talents in the region.

Store: Ouseburn

Hamish’s 5 years in the industry have made him a standout name for creating effortlessly cool, detailed looks for clients in Durham and across the region. Book in with Hamish if you’re after flowing medium-length cuts and a good chat about alternative indie music.

Store: City Centre

New to the scene yet already impressing clients in our Newcastle City Centre store, Callum’s sharp eye for fades and meticulous detail work make him a rising star in the barbering world with a great future ahead.

 Store: City Centre