MEET BATH’S INDIE HEROES We speak to Dylan who runs Dylan’s Moda Barbers in the Corridor.

Tell us a bit about your business.

I began barbering at an early age and fell in love with the idea of instilling confidence in people regarding their appearance. I was lucky enough to bring my passion to fruition by establishing Dylan’s Moda Barbers in the heart of Bath in 2015 at the age of 19. It has been an amazing journey ever since. It’s given us a chance to meet an extraordinary number of individuals. Each conversation has given me insight into the different paths we embark on, and I will never get tired of hearing my clients’ stories. Our services, such as the hot towel shaves, flame on the ears and complimentary tea (Çay) have enabled people to enjoy a unique experience with us. We are very proud of it! Alongside being a proud sponsor of Bath Rugby, it feels like a big community of support and induces a feeling of togetherness.

Why Bath?

I fell in love with Bath instantly - everyone does! Bath has everything for every age group offering the convenience of living in a historic, vibrant city with a safe atmosphere. It’s filled with beautifully preserved architecture, plenty of green spaces to enjoy long walks in and around the stunning city centre. Bath stood out for all those reasons, and I wanted to leave my creative mark here. This motivated me to bring a unique experience here. That’s where the idea of a men’s hairdresser providing contemporary Turkish barbering was born.

What do you do to spoil yourself?

I enjoy going out for long walks with my wife to have food and do some shopping. One of my favourites is our neighbour BathZaar which serves the best Turkish Coffee and desserts, such a delight! Concluding the day with a relaxing visit to the spa is always a nice treat.

Your top indie recommendation in Bath?

My top recommendation would be The Herd which has to be one of the best steakhouses I’ve ever been to. A newer place would have to be BathZaar - our neighbour that offers the best Turkish delights, desserts and coffees.

What are you most looking forward to in the city over the next few months?

The summer brings about a different energy, and the city livens up. The season brings Bath a lot of visitors, which keeps us busy, and the weather conditions are better, allowing us to enjoy the vast green spaces Bath has to offer. We cannot wait to enjoy the sunshine with our customers and give them the confidence they deserve.