Since 2020
Client
The Wacky Barber

What we did
Industry
Barbers
Overview
The Wacky Barber, a well-established chain of barbershops known for their unique style and loyal following, approached us in July 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. With restrictions and safety concerns at their peak, they needed a reliable way to manage appointments while maintaining full control of their client data.
Our team was brought on to design a new website with a custom online booking system, alongside a local SEO strategy to boost visibility and customer engagement.
The Wacky Barber faced several key challenges:
- The urgent requirement for a secure online booking system to handle all customer appointments during lockdown restrictions.
- Avoiding third-party booking platforms that would retain client data, ensuring all information remained securely in-house.
- Maintaining customer loyalty and smooth operations despite the disruption caused by the pandemic.
- Increasing local visibility in highly competitive areas to attract new customers.
- Ensuring the digital platform was flexible enough to evolve as restrictions and business needs changed.
We delivered a complete solution designed for long-term reliability and growth:
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Custom Online Booking System – Built a bespoke in-house booking system fully integrated into the website, giving The Wacky Barber complete control over their customer data.
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SEO Campaign – Implemented a local SEO strategy focused on increasing visibility for searches in St Albans, Watford, and surrounding areas.
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Managed Hosting & Maintenance – Migrated the site to our secure managed hosting platform with ongoing maintenance to ensure reliability, speed, and data security.
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Continuous Evolution – Worked closely with the client to update and refine the booking system as business needs evolved, adding new features and improvements.
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Safe & Efficient Booking – A reliable in-house booking system allowed customers to schedule appointments easily during lockdown and beyond.
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Data Control – All client data is securely stored and managed in-house, aligning with the client’s strict requirements.
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Boosted Local Visibility – Improved search rankings for key local terms, driving more foot traffic and enquiries.
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Ongoing Partnership – We continue to work with The Wacky Barber on SEO, hosting, and booking system improvements, ensuring the business remains agile and future-ready.
Why It Matters
The Wacky Barber’s case study demonstrates how businesses can adapt during challenging times with the right digital solutions. By combining a secure in-house booking system with strong local SEO and ongoing technical support, The Wacky Barber not only navigated the challenges of COVID-19 but emerged stronger, with a future-proof system and increased visibility in their local markets.
Let’s start your digital journey. Complete the form or give us a call on 01727 624624 and we’ll show you how Alban Creative can help your business go from strength to strength.