OUR STORY
The history of Fella
AUG 2008
ONE CHAIR AND A VINTAGE CASH REGISTER
Bobby opens the first Fella shop in Canterbury. With a single chair and a new vision, the Fella story begins.
2014
CANTERBURY GROWS
Following a full refit, the original Canterbury shop expands to five chairs, marking the next stage of Fella’s growth.
2017
FELLA ARRIVES IN FOLKESTONE
Fella opens its second location in Folkestone, bringing the same independent spirit and attention to detail to Kent’s South coast.
2019
FELLA CANTERBURY FACELIFT
The original Canterbury shop undergoes a full refit, refreshing the space while retaining the character and identity at the heart of Fella.
2021
A RETURN TO SOHO
Fella takes over Barbers Point on Kingly Street, where Bobby worked for more than a decade before moving to Kent. Alex Wakefield joins as a partner.
2023
MODERN BARBER AWARDS FINALIST
Fella is shortlisted for Barber Shop of the Year at the Modern Barber Awards, earning national recognition within the industry.
2023
GOOD SALON GUIDE WINNERS
Fella is named Barber Shop of the Year by the Good Salon Guide, celebrating the team’s creativity, service and consistently high standards.
2024
MODERN BARBER AWARDS BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR
Bobby is crowned Business Leader of the Year at the Modern Barber Awards, celebrating his vision, ambition and impact on the barbering industry.
2025
BRITISH HAIRDRESSING BUSINESS AWARDS FINALIST
Fella is shortlisted for Best Barber Shop at the British Hairdressing Business Awards, one of the industry’s most respected accolades.
2025
SALON BUSINESS AWARDS WINNERS
Fella wins Barber Shop of the Year at the Salon Business Awards, recognising the strength of the brand, team and customer experience.
2026
BEST BARBER SHOP FINALIST
Fella is once again shortlisted for Best Barber Shop at the British Hairdressing Business Awards, continuing its run of national recognition.