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A new barber shop is opening in Coventry – and to celebrate is offering FREE haircuts to raise funds for the Movember charity.

Gould Barbers opens at the Tesco Extra next to the Ricoh Arena on Friday, October 5 and will be offering haircuts in exchange for a donation all day.

Haircuts will be available between 7am and 6pm at the new barber shop at Tesco Extra in Phoenix Way.

Leigh Gould, who owns the growing chain with his brother Darran, said: “Movember is a very worthwhile cause and works hard to raise awareness about men’s health issues.

“We felt it is an important charity to support as we open our Coventry shop, which will be our first Gould Barbers in the Midlands region.

“Visitors are welcome to pop in for a free haircut, we just ask if you could make a donation towards our fundraising efforts.”

“Over the next few months, we’re opening another nine barber shops and will be supporting Movember at each shop opening.”

Leigh and his brother Darran worked in their father’s own barber shop for 20 years before starting their own business in Norfolk. In 2016, they partnered with Tesco and entered retail space at their nearby Tesco Extra store in King’s Lynn.

Since then, the brothers have opened seven more outlets in the East of England. Coventry will be their their largest shop to date.

There has been an investment of more than £60,000 in the Coventry branch, which will have capacity for 10 full-time barbers and at least one apprentice position.

Darran said: “The welcome we’ve received so far in Coventry has been fantastic - and we hope customers will make the most of our high standards and convenient service.

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“The shop will be open seven days a week, from 7am weekdays and Saturday morning. We cater for all ages, from little ones right through to older generations.

“Definitely pop in and see one of our barbers, whether you need a simple trim or want a completely new look.”

Jamie Tonks, Tesco ’s store manager, added: “We’re delighted to welcome Gould Barbers to the store and hope customers enjoy the great service they provide.”

Find out more by searching Gould Barbers Tesco Extra Coventry on Facebook.

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