Choose from 4 venues offering afro braids near Blackley, Manchester

Situated in Manchester's eclectic Northern Quarter, Nicky Oliver is a prestigious hair salon where haircutting, colouring, extensions and styling are crafted by the hands of experts.

Nicky Oliver opened the doors of their spacious five storey salon back in 1990. Now firmly on the map as one of the country’s leading salons, their team have won many awards, including Manchester Lifestyle Magazine’s Best Salon Award.

Bright and spacious, their modern interior is stylishly decorated, with eye-catching prints and chic furnishings coming together to create a warm and professional setting.

Always striving for perfection, their talented team take the time to understand your sense of style, delivering dynamic hairstyles and glamorous colours to leave you with a flawlessly beautiful look.

Get a date pencilled in your diary for an award-worthy hairstyle at Nicky Oliver and leave looking red carpet ready.

Joana's Hair Elite is a multi award winning, celebrity salon situated in Cheetham Hill, Manchester. They are a specialist for Afro-Caribbean hair, but also offering professional hair services for all hair types and origin. Extensions, dreadlocks, braids, colouring - all your essential hairdressing services!

Heading the talented team here is Joana's, she is a certified lecturer and a fully qualified stylist. With over 15 years in the business, she knows exactly how to work with your complexion to give professional advice and offer hair ideas on the perfect style for you.

Using the best products on the market such as Avlon, Design Essentials, Goldwell, Nioxin and L'Oreal, this salon can bring a wealth of knowledge, originality and skills to leave you with great looking hair. Free hair consultation is provided to ensure that you are happy with your hairstyle and have made the right choice.

If you're looking for a daring new hairstyle to add a spring to your step, look no further than Boss Lady's Hair Salon, located in Manchester's Ancoats district. Specialising in weaves, wigs and hair treatments, you will be truly spoilt for choice with options here.

Nearest public transport:
The salon is on the main road and is very easy to find. It is very close to multiple bus stops and is just a 15-minute walk to Manchester Victoria train station.

The team:
Marianne, the owner of the salon, has over 15 years of experience in the industry and Kadi has 3 years of experience.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly atmosphere, white and silver decor, beautiful salon.
• Specialises in: Hair extensions.
• Brands and products used: Keracare, Olaplex.
• The extra touches: Tea, coffee and water are available for clients.

Ladies Lounge Hair in Failsworth, Manchester specialises in hair services for Afro and European hair. Services include braids, twists, wigs, hair extensions, hair treatments for ladies, gents and children.

Nearest public transport:
This venue is a short walk from Failsworth station, with bus stops nearby.

The team:
Your stylist has over 10 years of experience working with Afro and European hair.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Very vibrant and friendly.
• Specialises in: Afro and European hair.
• Brands and products used: All products are organic and cruelty-free.