After intense competition at Salon International 2025, Wahl is proud to announce Charles Fencott as the London, European Barber of the Year 2025.
The finalists for the London, European Barber of the Year 2025 were:
- 4K Fade
- Charles Fencott
- Dayan Kakaie
- James Kendell
- Leigh Legano
Wahl Pro Global Barber of the Year
As the UK champion, Charles will now join the elite in the upcoming Wahl Pro Global Barber Battle, in May 2026 where they’ll represent the UK on the international stage and compete for the ultimate accolade: Wahl Global Barber of the Year.
Charles' prize includes:
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An all-expenses-paid trip to Chicago
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A premium kit of Wahl barbering tools
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Recognition across the global barbering community
UK Wahl Professional Barber of the Year
For UK-based barbers, the London heat was the return of the Wahl Professional Barber of the Year competition. Finalists from the UK showdown were invited to perform live at Salon International, where the national winner was crowned.
