Barber Jo’s owners search for someone to pick up the shears in Walkerston

The owners of a Pioneer Valley barbershop are looking for a buyer, after 20-years of being run as a ‘safe space’ for clients that need to talk. See why it’s changing hands again.

After taking over from the previous owner in 2021, Louise and Katrina at Barber Jo's are looking for someone to pick up the torch from them.

Ever wanted to own a barbershop in Walkerston? Now’s your chance.

Barber Jo’s is up for grabs after its owners revealed their intention to sell to an interested party.

“Sadly the time has come for us to put the shop on the market,” Louise and Katrina said in a Facebook post.

“Please spread the word.”

The 20 year old business has changed hands once before in 2021 and is now up for grabs once more.

Established 20 years ago by Walkerston local Jo Shanks, the shop was intended to be a “safe space” for any clients if they needed to talk.

This was particularly important to Ms Shanks who ran a suicide and depression charity, Run for MI Life.

Jo Shanks ran Barber Jo’s for 15+ years in Walkerston. Check out all the loyalty cards to prove it.

Ms Shanks’ stewardship led to the cultivation of a “loyal” and “booming” client base, which was passed on to Louise and Katrina when they took over management in 2021.

Included in the sale are three cutting stations “with enough clientele for a fourth chair”.

“This barbershop is non-stop and fast paced,” Louise and Katrina said.

Interested parties should reach out to the owners at [e-mail].

Originally published as Barber Jo’s owners search for someone to pick up the shears in Walkerston