Choose from 13 venues offering ladies' highlights near Shambles Square, Manchester

Welcome to one of Manchester's top hair and beauty spots - The Dalton Street Salon has you covered for all your cuts, colours, nails and blow drys for ladies and gents.

Ideally located in the city centre, close to Victoria station, this unisex salon is not only family-friendly but also animal-friendly, only using products that haven't been tested on animals.

You'll find the experienced and capable staff are happy to cater to any style you're after and they use quality brands such as Neal and Wolf, Mood, Chromeaplex and Cloud 9.

If you're looking for a relaxed and friendly environment, take some time out for yourself and book in your next appointment at The Dalton Street Salon.

Quirky, independent, unisex, bijou, and packed with hair geeks. Team Rupert Hayes Hair are passionate about all aspects of hair, but they really love curls and waves.

Located in the heart of the city, you will find a team with knowledge, skill, passion, and a very friendly vibrant atmosphere.

Whether you are a curl pro, have just started to embrace your curls/waves, or are even considering a perm, you’ll find great advice, knowledge, and skill here. They will always be honest about what they can achieve and how it can be done. They are constantly testing and evaluating the best new techniques and products and only recommend what they love.

They don’t just do curls though; they have very strong cutting and colouring credentials, and are pretty handy with the clippers too. Rupert and Emma also have a passion for those advanced cuts with the great names, Mullets, Wolf Cuts, Pixies, and Shag Cuts. Curly Mullets are so cool. Look out for pictures of their work here and on our Instagram page @RupertHayesHair.

If you want a one-length cut, they are happy to oblige, but if you are seeking a hair adventure …. look no further.

Mai Salon is a spacious, newly renovated hair salon set within a beautiful glass-fronted building and centrally located in Manchester, just a stone's throw from St Peter's Square.

Khanh and her team will ensure you receive a very warm welcome followed by a fabulous hairdressing experience. Mai Salon couldn't be easier to find with many bus, train and tram links on the doorstep as well as multiple parking options.

Take a little time out for yourself and let the experienced and friendly team take care of the rest.

M3 Salon is one of Manchester's longest established and most well-renowned hair and beauty salons.

Located in Deansgate, Yvonne and her team are dedicated to providing a fantastic, friendly client experience.

Their refined salon environment meets all of the expected standards of a premium city centre hair salon, without the expensive price list. Adding a very comfortable and familiar setting where you can relax, feel at ease and enjoy the expertise of the very well trained team.

Whether you want to evolve gently, subtly maintain, or completely transform, they listen carefully to you and use the staff intuition and expertise to create a look that is inherently yours.

Based just moments from Manchester Town Hall, Claritys is an elegantly styled hair salon offering gorgeous haircuts and dynamic colours. Combining years of experience with creativity and flair, they offer a luxury service in the heart of the city.

Housed in a beautiful grade II listed building, their modern interior is both spacious and sleek. Immaculately presented and brightly lit, it creates the ideal space for an afternoon of indulgence. Relax and unwind as their highly trained team showcase their skills, offering tailor-made treatments and expert advice to deliver a glamorous and long lasting look. Their services include hair ups, highlights and makeup application, providing a complete pamper experience that is guaranteed to leave you smiling.

Located within Phenix Salon Suites near The Arndale Shopping Centre, Purple Rinse boasts a wide selection of hairstyling and colouring services including balayage and blow dries. If you're looking for your new favourite salon in the heart of Manchester, this could be the one for you.

Nearest public transport:
The salon is well-connected using car, bus or rail services with Manchester Victoria Station just a 7-minute walk away.

The team:
Luke has over 15 years of experience in the hair industry and provides a safe space for any person and gender identity.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Purple, 90's nostalgia, safe space.
• Specialises in: Haircuts and colouring.
• Brands and products used: Goldwell.
• The extra touches: Clients can enjoy alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments during their visit, as well as quiet appointments upon request.

Joseph Elliott Hairdressing is a charming and elegant hair salon nestled in the heart of Manchester, on the bustling Peter Street. This venue offers a welcoming and relaxing environment for clients to sit back and enjoy a transformative beauty experience.

Nearest Public Transport

For those travelling by public transport, Joseph Elliott Hairdressing is conveniently located close to St. Peter's Square tram stop, just a brisk two-minute walk away. Alternatively, Manchester Oxford Road station is also within a comfortable walking distance, taking only nine minutes on foot.

The Team

At Joseph Elliott Hairdressing, a small but dedicated team of professional staff members are on hand to ensure every client is taken care of. With a warm approach and a keen eye for detail, they strive to provide a personalised service that leaves clients feeling refreshed and revitalised.

What we like about the venue

• Atmosphere: Inviting, Relaxing, Professional
• Specialises in: Hairdressing
• Brands and products used: Wella

Ramp up the glam here at Jennie Withers Hair in Manchester. Balayage, highlights, hairstyling, and all things hair can be found here. Maybe you're in need of a quick root touch-up, are planning your next hair colour, or want a fresh new set of hair extensions - whatever it is, this is the place to find it.

Nearest public transport: 

Located in Manchester, the salon is an 8-minute walk from Manchester Victoria train station, with local bus stops neatby.

The team:

The talented and professional team, with over 15 years of experience in foiling, extensions and balayage, will be sure to go the extra mile to ensure you leave happy and satisfied. Jennie was the winner of extension artist of the year for Greater Manchester in the 2022 Hair Salon Awards.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Calm, warm and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Foiling, extensions and balayage.
• Brands and products used: Brazillian hair extensions.
• The extra touches: The venue is accessible for wheelchair users.

Welcome to Hair By Nicola Cannell, your destination for exceptional hairdressing services in the vibrant city of Manchester.

Nestled in the Phenix Suite, this boutique salon offers a comprehensive range of hair services. From expert haircuts and styling that capture the latest trends while reflecting your individuality, Hair By Nicola Cannell's team of highly skilled hairstylists ensures each visit is a personalised and transformative experience.

Step into the stylish and inviting ambience of Phenix Suite and indulge in a haircare session that leaves you looking and feeling fabulous, ready to embrace the lively, creative energy of Manchester with confidence and style.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is based within Cheeky Bleach Hair Boutique, with local bus routes nearby.

The Team:

They are highly trained hairdressers, with many years of experience under their belt.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Calm, clean and vibrant.
• Specialises in: Hairdressing.
• The extra: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

In the prime location of Phenix Salon Suites in Manchester City Centre, you'll find Moloko Hair, a perfect hideaway from busy city life. They offer an array of services, from balayage and ombre, to blow drys and conditioning treatments. Make sure to book in for an appointment with Ashley today for a total look refresh.

Nearest public transport:
The venue is very well connected by public transport with Exchange Square, Printworks, St Marys Gate and Barton Arcade MetroLink stations all within a 6-minute walk.

The team:
Ashley is fully qualified and strives to ensure that each client has the perfect experience. Moloko Hair allows the client a bespoke 1-2-1 experience in luxury settings away from the hustle of the high street.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Retro, fresh, luscious.
• Specialises in: Blonde colouring and balayage.
• Brands and products used: Olaplex, Colour by Gina, K18 repair treatment, Eleven Australia.
• The extra touches: The salon offers free WiFi and free non-alcoholic beverages to clients.

Located on Bridge Street, Salvation Hair is a bespoke unisex salon offering an expert service in the heart of the city. A few minutes from the Royal Exchange, their team deliver precision haircuts and radiant colours to give you a beautiful, confidence boosting look.

Their modern interior is bathed in warm lighting and finished with a sleek and simple style, creating a space that is both calm and professional. Looked after by a highly trained and engaging team, you can relax and unwind as they showcase their years of experience. Taking the time to understand your hair, they ensure a beautiful, long-lasting finish and a look that enhances your individuality.

This is combined with their use of Aveda brand products to guarantee luxurious, consistent results with every visit. Offering a friendly approach to first class service, they are the ideal destination to revive and revolutionise your hair.

Situated in the heart of Manchester, James & Peter is a successful family-run salon focusing on precision unisex cuts and glossy, detailed colours.

Nearest public transport: Centrally located on bustling John Dalton Street, James & Peter is less than a 9-minute walk across the river from Salford Central station.

The team: Highly Professional and very experienced. The team will give a personalised consultation with expert aftercare advice to help you maintain your new cut, colour or style dry at home.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Established in 1996 this modern salon is housed within an old bank building, retaining many of the original ornate features. Spread over five floors, the main space is open, friendly and bathed in natural light. Specialises in: Cuts and Colouring. The extra touches: Tea or coffee provided along with a free consultation and aftercare advice.

Love is in the hair at Rush Hair & Beauty - Manchester. Whether you're training in the gym and need a post-session blow dry, or just want to swing by for a cut and style, these scissor scholars will ensure that you leave feeling fresh. You'll also find a full menu of colour services with options in layered shades, sunkissed highlights and all the major colour trends. So don't let braving a wild new colour be a pigment of your imagination, book in now with Rush Hair & Beauty - Manchester and find your hairy-tale ending.

Nearest public transport:

Both Manchester Victoria and Salford Central stations are just a 10-minute stroll away.

The team:

These hair hotshots use only the finest products and techniques to create show-stopping blowouts that last for days. They have an exceptional eye for detail when it comes to haircuts, ensuring that every snip is precise and polished.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Transforming, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Balayage and styling.
• Brands and products used: L’Oreal and Goldwell.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.