Razor’s Edge in Ferryhill has been crowned as The Northern Echo Best Barber Shop for 2026. Alice Gray, who owns the barber shop on Market Street, said she’s thrilled to be recognised. Razor's Edge wins Northern Echo Best Barber Shop Award. Alice and her mum, Andrea Gray, are celebrating the 30th anniversary of their shop next year. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)Alice’s mum, Andrea Gray, took over the salon in 1997 and trained Alice in how to cut hair from the age of 15.