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Hobson & Quinn
Hobson & Quinn is not just another barber's shop in Reading. We offer a unique experience with quality products and service without the high-end prices. We know you want more than just a quick haircut because you care how you look - and in an image-conscious world, that matters! That's why we take time to discuss your look and give advice on the best options.

But we also know you want to feel great. Which is why we offer a range of grooming services under one roof - no more multiple bookings at different locations! We'll give you the luxurious treatment and attention to detail usually only found in expensive salons; but in an environment that feels more 'you' - we even serve great Kingdom Coffee!
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Hobson & Quinn are not like your average barber. We sit in between the traditional barber shop with great clipper and razor skills, and more expensive hairdressers where scissor cuts are more popular. Either way, you can discuss exactly what you want with our trained staff before we get started. Our friendly team have a mixture of experiences from both barbering and hairdressing, so between us we can cover every aspect of men's hair.
We're here to make you look and feel great and we pride ourselves on giving you a quality, relaxing experience, with trained staff and the best products. Our customers tell us they value the advice we give on styles, treatments and maximising their look. But while we offer a premium service, we don't charge premium prices; instead providing 'affordable luxury'.
You take pride in your appearance and love to look great. That's why at Hobson & Quinn our unique, boutique male grooming service will make you feel your best every day. The way your hair looks makes a statement about you, so it has to look sharp. Our signature cut, includes reviving head massage, shampoo and condition using Malin + Goetz hair products.
We would always recommend our signature cut which includes reviving head massage, shampoo and condition using Malin + Goetz hair products. Without the hair wash and head massage book a standard cut, allow 20 minutes. The standard cut can only be booked if you have no product in your hair.

Please note if you have booked a standard cut and have product in your hair the barber may not be able to cut it without washing your hair and time will not have been allocated to do this service.The skin fade is a cut that comes in a variety of forms, including the high, mid and low skin fade. We class a skin fade less than a 1 grade.
The skin will be prepared with a face scrub which helps to exfoliate the skin and lathered shaving soap to help soften the hairs for a smoother shave followed by a hot towel wrap. The shave will include, two shaves, one with the grain and one against. Finishing the shave with an aftershave, cold towel to help close the pores, moisturiser and face massage.
Reviews (15)
David Goliath
David Goliath
Dec 30, 2021
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Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Very friendly staff, and really good service and quality for an affordable price - all in all a great barbershop!
Services: Straight razor shave, Scissor cut
Sam Forrest
Sam Forrest
Aug 30, 2021
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Cynthia always cuts my hair and is always professional, kind and polite. Never had more compliments about my hair since going to H&Q
Simon Kingsnorth
Simon Kingsnorth
Aug 22, 2021
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Did a great job with a difficult haircut. Head massage was nice, haircut was perfect after another hairdresser had messed it up a few weeks before. Recommended.
Honest John
Honest John
Jul 31, 2021
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Decent haircut, the shape up wasn’t great had to finish it off myself. No cut throat used to shape up or take away neck hair. Nice laid back feeling the barbers are not in a rush to get you out of the chair. The appointment system is ideal of you don’t like waiting but personally I think overall the quality doesn’t justify the price.
Services: Scissor cut, Hair styling
Taylor Sharpley-Grace
Taylor Sharpley-Grace
Jun 14, 2021
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Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Quality
I went to to Hobson and Quinn to get a haircut and beard shave. I was served by Charlie and Jason respectively and their job was brilliant. Well worth the price for the quality and I will be returning when I'm next due a trim! Wouldn't recommend anywhere else in Reading!
Adam Taemur
Adam Taemur
May 27, 2021
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Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Quality
Great place to get a haircut. Got my desired haircut length and style done to a high standard. Jason did a great job - especially with the parting and styling!
Service: Hair styling
Mark Mizen
Mark Mizen
Apr 10, 2021
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Fantastic experience here. Friendly, knowledgeable staff and a well presented salon. Most importantly, the haircut was great!
Will be coming back again!
Andy Smallman
Andy Smallman
Mar 24, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism
I have been ordering some amazing mens grooming products over lockdown from these guys. With so much choice out there on line they have been really helpful in advising me on what products to buy for my skin type. They also threw in some samples of other similar products I should try next time. Need to open a store in Bristol !
Christopher Neil
Christopher Neil
Nov 24, 2020
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Superb salon. Very modern and cool, and the team use very high quality products. The whole salon and the service are extremely high-end while the prices are very reasonable. Would gladly pay a lot more. Would definitely recommend, the hair cut was so good I wouldn't even bother considering anywhere else in Reading.
Johan Cruyff
Johan Cruyff
Jun 26, 2020
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Given how much they charge for a haircut, you'd think they might take more care over their work. The person doing the cutting didn't spend enough time working out how to deal with my very thick hair; two weeks later, I need another haircut. For £25, I expect a pretty good snip. This ain't; worse, it's poor value compared to both a £10 barbershop cut and a £50 salon cut. On the plus side, PPE & hygiene was good & they seem like very nice people.
Adam Crennell-Corcoran
Adam Crennell-Corcoran
Jan 21, 2020
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Best haircut that I’ve had in years! Lucy knew exactly how to cut and style my fine/thinning hair & it’s the most comfortable and confident that I’ve felt about it in a long time. Most definitely coming back!
Great prices, great hair cut, friendly staff - highly recommend!
Joshua Curtis
Joshua Curtis
Mar 09, 2019
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Has a spent the last week in the jr then in reading hospital and finally got out of reading hospital yesterday, as it was my first time in reding I did not know where I was but need to sort my hair out so I can… a cross Hobson and Quinn's, they brightened up my day and made me feel welcome so now I would recommend Hobson and Quinn they're lovely company and I'll be going back to to get my hair cut even though that means getting the train from Didcot to Reading just do so
David Marshall
David Marshall
Mar 06, 2019
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First visit today, certainly not the last. Came out feeling relaxed and refreshed. Thanks to Adina for a great cut and good conversation. I can definitely recommend going for the Signature cut / wash / head massage.
Pritesh Mistry
Pritesh Mistry
Feb 24, 2019
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Great atmosphere at Hobson & Quinn. James is a brilliant hairdresser.
Ryan Irving
Ryan Irving
Apr 13, 2018
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Checked out Hobson & Quinn after a friend recommended them to me and after expecting 'just another barbers', I was really pleasantly surprised!
The team there are really friendly like in most barbers but its… the little things they're getting right; - a clean & tidy decor - offered a drink on arrival - quality aprons that don't leave hair all over your clothes and neck (something I hate!) - useful styling advice
My stylist, Claire, also took real care over the finish so I walked out of there feeling great! The head massage was a nice touch too!
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