Freddie's in lancashire celebrate 25 years in the industry

Considering the infinitely changing world of hairdressing and the tenacity it takes to maintain a successful business, it's no mean feat to sustain a salon for 25 years. Established in 1992, Freddie’s of Bank Street, Rawtenstall has established a reputation as one of the most prolific salons in the North West, with a loyal client base and a long list of achievements – from award wins and press to seminars and TV show work. When working on a fruit and veg stall at the age of 16 it was Freddie's boss at the time that led him to salon life - literally. “Aged 16, I was working at the local fruit and veg shop,” recalls Freddie. “I was so hopeless that my boss took me over the road to the local salon and asked if they could do anything with me! The rest, as they say, is history.” Freddie went on to apprentice in his Lancashire hometown, then progressed to Manchester to gain further experience. It was while working here that he moved up through the salon ranks, honing his skills at leading northern names including Pierre Alexandre and John Peers – where he became artistic director, and gained the first of seven nominations for the British Hairdressing Awards. The awards are dubbed the Oscars of the hairdressing industry and are considered a highlight of any hairstylist’s career. It was then in 1992, Freddie returned to his hometown to open his own salon and establish his name as a salon owner. From there, it’s been one success after another as he’s grew his salon team and continued to gain press in top industry publications. To celebrate the salon's landmark birthday they are having an ‘open salon’ over the 3rd and 4th of November and all clients are invited in for a glass of bubbly - for more salon info click here.