Chapmans hairdressers and barbers in Stowmarket had a busy first day back in business as Covid restrictions eased - describing it as its best ever day.

A much-needed haircut has been a long time coming for customers growing weary of their unkempt locks.

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Queues could be seen outside most barbershops and salons.

East Anglian Daily Times: Oscar Davis, aged 5, having his hair trimmed by Sophie Clark at Chapmans in Stowmarket Picture:Sarah Lucy BrownOscar Davis, aged 5, having his hair trimmed by Sophie Clark at Chapmans in Stowmarket Picture:Sarah Lucy Brown (Image: Archant)

Sharon Chapman, owner of Chapmans, said: “Last night we were so excited we couldn’t sleep.

"It was like when you are waiting to go to the airport before a holiday and you wake up every hour.

East Anglian Daily Times: Sharon Chapman is thrilled to be open again after so long. Pictured with her client Anne Cornwell. Picture:Sarah Lucy BrownSharon Chapman is thrilled to be open again after so long. Pictured with her client Anne Cornwell. Picture:Sarah Lucy Brown (Image: Archant)

Queues were also seen outside barbershops in Sudbury.

Alex Dowse, 20, said he had to wait nearly two hours to get his hair cut - but said it was "definitely" worth the wait.