Year
Client
Wacky Barber logo
LocalSearch MarketingSt AlbansWebsite Design
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.

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NEW RESPONSIVE WEBSITE DESIGN
INTEGRATED BOOKING SYSTEM
The Challenge

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.
Our Solution

We delivered a complete solution designed for long-term reliability and growth:

  • 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.

  • SEO Campaign – Implemented a local SEO strategy focused on increasing visibility for searches in St Albans, Watford, and surrounding areas.

  • Managed Hosting & Maintenance – Migrated the site to our secure managed hosting platform with ongoing maintenance to ensure reliability, speed, and data security.

  • Continuous Evolution – Worked closely with the client to update and refine the booking system as business needs evolved, adding new features and improvements.

Results
  • Safe & Efficient Booking – A reliable in-house booking system allowed customers to schedule appointments easily during lockdown and beyond.

  • Data Control – All client data is securely stored and managed in-house, aligning with the client’s strict requirements.

  • Boosted Local Visibility – Improved search rankings for key local terms, driving more foot traffic and enquiries.

  • 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