Expert fades with flawless blending, just 20 minutes from Appleby-in-Westmorland
Appleby-in-Westmorland is a cracking town, but barber options are limited — especially if you're after a properly executed fade. A fade isn't just "short on the sides." It's a precision blend that requires a steady hand, the right technique, and enough daily repetition to make it second nature. Without that, you end up with visible lines and patches that take weeks to grow out.
We're 13 miles up the road on Skirsgill Lane, Penrith, and fades are what we do best. Andrew and Isaac do them all day, every day. The gradient from skin to length is seamless, the lines are razor-sharp, and we tailor every fade to the individual — your head shape, your hair type, the style on top. It's a 20-minute drive that makes a genuine difference to the result.
A number of our regulars come from Appleby and the surrounding Eden Valley. Once they see the quality of a properly executed fade, the short drive becomes a no-brainer.
We'll talk through the options before we start and recommend what works best for you. Here's what's available:
Want to see the difference between them? Read our guide: Skinfade vs Taper Fade.
Head north-west out of Appleby on the B6542, pick up the A66 westbound at the roundabout, and follow it towards Penrith. After about 13 miles, come off at the Skirsgill Lane turning and turn onto Skirsgill Lane. The whole drive takes about 20 minutes, and the A66 stretch is a quick dual carriageway run.
Free parking right outside the shop means you pull up and walk straight in. No meters, no car parks, no hassle. Book a time online before you set off and you'll be seen the moment you arrive. Several of our Appleby regulars combine the trip with a quick stop in Penrith town centre, which is just five minutes further on.
BB's Barbers Penrith is about 13 miles from Appleby-in-Westmorland, roughly 20 minutes via the A66. We're on Skirsgill Lane, Penrith, just off the dual carriageway, with free parking outside.
A skinfade or taper fade is £20. A skinfade with beard trim is £25. Junior fades for under-16s are £14.
Yes, we use Setmore for online booking. Pick your service, choose a time that suits you, and you'll be seen right on schedule. No waiting around.
See our full skinfade service page for more on our fade techniques. Browse fade haircut styles for ideas on what to pair with your fade. Already an Appleby regular? Check our main Appleby area page for all services. And read Skinfade vs Taper Fade if you're deciding between the two.