Choose from 5 venues offering braids near Cranbrook, London

Jo Hair Studio is a home-based hairdresser found on Leyton's High Road providing a selection of professional styling, cuts and colour services.

A cosy space with light, white and silver decor, here you can enjoy a personalised appointment in expert hands.

Welcome to Hair Rituals Salon (at Beautebox), a unisex salon with a friendly, indie vibe.

Step inside and you'll be greeted with a warm cuppa and consultation before choosing from a full Revlon colour bar of treatments, updo's, French plaits and cuts tailored to suit your lifestyle.

Whether you choose a classic tint or a more contemporary Ombré dip dye effect it comes with a blow dry as standard and the option to add a salon-grade Olpalex treatment for a strengthening, long-lasting gloss.

It's easy to reach at just under a 15-minute walk from Woodford Station and along several main bus routes.

Family-friendly Hair Rituals Salon (at Beautebox) is completely accessible for prams and wheelchair users.

Please note: this venue accepts cash only.

Specialists in hair extensions and Afro hairdressing, Tamara's Hair Studio in Leyton, London, is an ideal place if you're looking for wigs, weaves and cornrows.

Whether you're looking to add length, switch up your wig or simply want to straighten out your weave for a night out, here you'll find expert hands that can help you out.

Easy to reach, the salon is close to various bus routes and is only 4 minutes from Leyton Midland Road station by foot.

Keep your hair looking fresh at Tamara's Hair Studio.

Enhancing one's natural beauty can feel empowering and at The Studio MG, London, that is the ultimate goal. With an extensive list of hair treatments, such as classic cuts and curly blowouts that last for days; not to mention the speedy solutions to hairy situations, that'll remind you of the goddess you truly are. Perfect, for lovers of everything and anything hair and beauty-related, if you're looking to be primped, preened, polished and pampered, then go ahead and spoil yourself with a trip to The Studio MG.

Nearest public transport:

Woodford station is only a 20-minute stroll away.

The team:

With tons of experience, these skilful technicians will bring your visions to reality, as you emerge as the epitome of timeless elegance.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, modern and friendly.
• Specialises in: Hair and beauty.
• Brands and products used: Moroccan Oil, Olaplex, L'Oréal, Elemis, ZO, Nassifmd, Britenol and JLo boosters.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

For that fresh hair-do feeling, visit Hair by Millie in Upton Park, London.

Established in 2009, this highly-experienced afro hairdresser offers haircuts, colouring, and treatments, as well as an extensive range of styling including cornrows, twists, and box braids.

The salon is moments away from Upton Park tube station and has parking options nearby.

Refresh your locks at Hair by Millie today.