Choose from 10 venues offering afro braids near Harlesden, London

Centrally located just a short walk from Shepherd’s Bush Market station is 3D Afro and European Unisex Salon, a hairdressers which provides an array of competitively priced hair services.

This bold, vibrant venue is open until late seven nights a week, with a team who are friendly, efficient and offer useful advice to ensure you leave with a style that best suits you.

There are a number of treatments on offer, from wet shave to braids, locs to dry haircut, meaning there is certainly something for everyone at this inviting, accommodating venue.

Hair Guru is a slick and stylish salon housing a team of top hair experts in Kingsbury, North West London. At the venue, you'll find a range of high-spec services including expertly-weaved braids, precision cuts and hydrating treatments for when your hair needs a bit of extra TLC. Put your faith in the hands of the friendly professionals at Hair Guru and let them give you a style that makes your natural beauty shine through.

Nearest public transport: 

There are numerous bus stops located on Kingsbury Road and Kingsbury tube station is only a 15-minute walk away.

The team:

Nicola, Louisa and Mike are fully qualified and experienced within their respective fields. They personalise each treatment to their client to ensure they achieve their desired look.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, warm and sophisticated.
• Specialises in: Afro hair, braids, European hair and male grooming.
• The extra touches: The venue is accessible for wheelchair users.

Situated around the corner from the Shepherds Bush Empire is where you can find Helen's London

Specialising in colours, highlights and perms, they cater to all hair types and their friendly approach and expert knowledge means you get the very best advice suited for you. With their convenient location and warm salon interior, Helen's London has all you could need under one roof.

PLEASE NOTE** Due to the current situation, all customers are required to bring their own face mask. Temperature is taken automatically on arrival outside. If you have a high temperature the salon door will not open. Please ensure to book a patch test before having any treatment that requires one. If you do not book a patch test when its needed and arrive to the salon, we will be unable to issue a refund.

Head to New Level Cuts in Kensal Green for a wide array of hairdressing services including cutting, styling, weaves, cornrows, twists and crotchets, as well as a select range of brow and threading services.

This contemporary arty salon is wheelchair accessible with tube and bus links nearby. There is also paid parking available in the area.

Treat your locks to a pamper session today at New Level Cuts.

Open the door to a world of afro hairdressing at Bella Moore, a Park Royal paradise for haircutting, colouring, silk press treatments, wigs, braids and everything for you need for your curl pattern.

Bella Moore launched back in 2016 and has since become renowned for being afro aficionados, with over 35 years of experience between them and sterling 5-star reviews, you can see why all the noise.

There's a monumental choice to get your mane looking in shipshape, whether you fancy switching up your weave, going au naturel with a silk press, or opting for a bold lemonade braid.

The salon is ideally located with free parking outside and North Acton station is only a 14-minute walk away, so book in at Bella Moore and let these ladies bring out your beauty.

Just a 3-minute walk from Brondesbury Road bus station, Tresses Excel specialise in contemporary women's hair styling for every type of hair.

This super friendly salon was established almost two decades ago and offers clients a complete selection of modern styling, colouring, perms and updos. Most renowned for their hair extensions Tresses use only the best quality from an impressive selection of European, Indian, Russian Remy, Brazilian, Peruvian, Afro and Malaysian hair.

The styling team are qualified for every type of hair and offer a specialist afro menu which includes braids, cornrows and classic pressing or tong styling as well as harder to find YUKO Japanese hair straightening and frizz-busting Brazilian blow dries.

Open Monday through Saturday, there's a free consultation with every treatment.

Chantelle & Lewis is a beauty salon in Kensal Green, a short way up from the Grand Union Canal. They offer manicures and pedicures, waxing services and massages seven days a week. There’s also a number of specialist treatments and a broad range of professional products.

This is a smart, welcoming and relaxing venue with a Scandinavian-inspired feel. Friendly, professional staff accommodate and build your treatment around you. They explain each stage and are ready to answer any questions.

Ideally located minutes from Dollis Hill station, Michael’s Styles Hair Doctors is an award winning salon on Willesden High Street. The talented, professional stylists here are able to share expert advice not only on hair, but also on facial threading, eyebrow shaping and eyelash tinting.

Open Monday to Sunday, the inviting team will ensure you receive a warm welcome from the moment you enter this charming, cosy venue. With special offers and student discounts available, the thoughtful staff really care about each and every customer, meaning you will be sure to leave feeling and looking fabulous.

Book your next hair appointment at Zadoohair, where you can find braiding, deadlocks, hair extensions, and cornrows. These styling superstars will deliver your hair goals and every visit leaves you wanting to come back for more.

Nearest public transport: 

Located in Cricklewood, London, the salon is very accessible by public transport with Cricklewood train station and Kilburn underground station both within a 10-minute walk.

The team:

The owner has over 20 years of experience working with hair and styling, ensuring to offer a wide range of services. The friendly team here go the extra mile to ensure you leave happy and satisfied.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly and fun.
• Specialises in: Braiding and afro hair.
• The extra touches: Easily accessible by public transport

Enter a world of head-to-toe pampering at Quality Time Hair Designs, a Wembley epicentre for all your hair cutting, colouring, styling, waxing and facial needs.

This well-established, modern and vibrant salon is home to a team of seasoned professionals who have over 30 years of experience. They each have their areas of expertise from colour and chemical treatments right through to afro and mixed-textured hair types.

The salon is wheelchair accessible and Wembley Central station is only 5 minutes away. Whether you want to revamp your look or are simply in need of some self-care, book in some quality time here today.