Midleton, Co. Cork
Award-Nominated Barbering
in the Heart of Midleton
Where every cut is a craft — and where the next generation of barbers are trained. Premium barbering by Maria Petco, VTCT/ITEC certified trainer.

Meet Your Barber
Maria Petco — Not Your Average Barber
Maria is an award-nominated stylist and certified VTCT/ITEC trainer who brings artistry, warmth, and precision to every cut. For over a decade, she's been the trusted name in men's grooming in East Cork — and she's trained dozens of aspiring barbers along the way.
When she's not behind the chair crafting the perfect fade, she's in the academy teaching Ireland's next wave of barbering talent. That dual expertise — practitioner and educator — means you're in the most qualified hands in Midleton.
The Barbershop
Classic Cuts, Modern Style, Warm Welcome
From precision skin fades to traditional scissor cuts — every service comes with great conversation, a hot towel, and Maria's uncompromising attention to detail. You'll never feel rushed. You'll always leave looking your best.
Gentleman's Cut €20 • Skin Fade €22 • Beard Trim €12
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ITEC & VTCT Diplomas — Start Your Barbering Career
Learn from an award-winning trainer with real clients in a working barbershop. Flexible evening classes, small groups, internationally recognised qualifications. No experience needed — just passion.
Level 2 • Level 3 • Bespoke Courses • Parent & Child
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Trusted by Midleton
"Maria is an amazing barber and an incredible person. She is super friendly, chatty and always makes you feel at home in her barber shop. She has a great way with people and will not stop until she is 100 percent happy with the haircut."
"Always very happy when I leave. Job well done. Both my son and husband look handsome every time they come home after the haircut."
"Fantastic cut as always! Great haircut and Maria is the best. Thanks."