John Newman Hairdressing & Beauty (JNH&B) has just celebrated its centenary of trading in the main ‘high street’ of Rothwell, Northamptonshire.
Celebrating the occasion with an open evening for the staff, family, friends, suppliers and business colleagues, the company commemorated the occasion with an open door evening for all to enjoy.
Shirley Newman, Salon Director, is at the helm of the business following the early retirement of her husband, John Newman from ill health nearly 10 years ago, and is the third generation to run the family salon.
Shirley Newman said: “This is such a fantastic achievement to still be here after 100 years in Rothwell, and such credit and tribute to the Newman family’s spirit. The continued success we have witnessed is all down to our incredibly loyal and innovative staff who have been constantly evolving the JNH&B brand, and taking us into the 21st century.
“There has never been a century like it and the last few years, in particular, have been as tough as those of a century ago. It is a huge achievement to have survived the pandemic, during which time the business had to close. However, we are stronger today than ever, thanks to our loyal customers and amazing staff. Today we have furthered our success winning many local awards, with clients coming far and wide to enjoy the crafting of the finest hairstyles, treatments and techniques that our award-winning hair and beauty salon offers. Alongside this, our first-class beauty team has also perfected an array of services and pampering skills for our faithful customers to experience.
“The team has not only put their heart and soul into the business, but they have also donated their own personal time to support many local charities, some of which we have raised money for during our centenary celebrations.
“I thank everyone past and present for supporting us through the good times and the hard times. Without our outstanding customers we wouldn’t be here today. A big thank you goes out to everyone for their long-standing and loyal custom, and we look forward to welcoming everyone, once again, to continue our very proud and strong heritage in Rothwell.”
The JNH&B team arranged a raffle to support the local societies and associations close to their hearts, which included the Alzheimer’s Society; the Stroke Association and Twinkling Stars Appeal for the Kettering General Hospital Charity Fund. A fantastic array of very generous prizes has been donated by many local businesses, to whom we would like to give our heartfelt thanks for their support of our 100 year celebrations.
For more information on salon services and to ‘meet’ the team visit the website at: www.johnnewmanhairdressing.co.uk
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Image captions:
- The John Newman hairdressing and beauty team celebrating the centenary of hairdressing in Rothwell
Inside the salon
Back Row, left to right: Summer Cottrell, Charley Moore, Lily Glover, Shirley Newman, John Newman, Stephanie Andrews, Lorin Abram
Front Row, left to right: Megan McGrath, Natalie Harvey, Lauren MacNeil
Outside the Salon
Left to right: Charley Moore, Stephanie Andrews, Megan McGrath, Lily Glover, Shirley Newman, John Newman, Lauren MacNeil, Lorin Abram, Summer Cottrell, Natalie Harvey
- Centenary logo
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27th September 2022
Notes for editors:
The Newman’s Timeline – 1922 to 2022
1894 Edward Newman was born; he served in the London Irish Regiment in World War 1.
1922 Edward Newman opened E. Newman Hairdressers and Tobacconists at
1, High Street, Rothwell
1920’s} Opened at 10.00 pm on a Saturday night to catch customers leaving the pub and
1930’s} wanted a shave ready for church on Sunday
1924 Edward married Hilda Skinner
1928 Derek Newman was born
1944 Derek’s father died, and he took over the running of the business
1946 Derek was called up to join the RAF, and hairdressing ceased. The business morphed into fancy goods and stationery run by Derek’s mother Hilda
1949 Derek returned and resumed business
1950 Derek married Vera Wiggins and they moved to the current location at 19 Bridge Street, Rothwell in 1952
1956 Their first son, John, was born
1960’s Derek played and fronted a band and played at airbases and ballrooms
1961 Their second son, David was born
1975 John joined his father’s business, ‘just to help for six months’ and never left
1980 John and Shirley McDaid married
1990 Derek retired from the business. He passed away in 2011
2006 John’s services to hairdressing were recognised and he was awarded ‘East Midlands Apprenticeships Employer of the Year 2006’ and voted ‘Regional Winner – Employer of the Year 2006’
2008 Celebrated total refurbishment of the premises opening all three floors, and the basement, doubling the number of client chairs. In addition, they introduced beauty services
2013 John suffered a life-changing stroke and was forced to retire
2014 Vera Newman passed away aged 87 years
2017 Celebrated 95 years of trading in Rothwell, Northamptonshire
2022 Celebrates a century of trading in Rothwell, Northamptonshire
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