Crochet braids in Manchester
Crochet braids loop pre-made hair, curls, twists, braids or faux locs, onto a cornrow base with a small hook, so a full head goes in far faster than braiding each piece by hand.
Manchester’s scene has long centred on Moss Side, with braiders and hair shops there and across Longsight, Hulme, Rusholme and Whalley Range, plenty of whom can turn round a big, curly install in an afternoon.
Every braider below is confirmed to serve Manchester. Compare their textures, prices and photos, then book direct.
Crochet braiders in Manchester
Something About Braids
Unique African Hair and Beauty
Yewande’s Braids
Braidsneve
Jallz Hair & Beauty
What crochet braids involve
Your own hair is cornrowed flat first, then the braider pulls lengths of pre-made hair through the cornrows with a latch hook and knots each piece in. Because the hair comes ready-made, the look is really chosen when you buy the pack: curly, wavy, straight, pre-twisted or pre-braided, marley, or faux locs. It is quicker than hand braiding but does not sit quite as flat at the root, and it tends to loosen sooner. For the full breakdown of textures and finishes, see the crochet braids style page.
Typical cost of crochet braids in Manchester
Crochet is usually cheaper than the equivalent hand-braided look, since the install is quicker, though pre-twisted, marley and faux locs packs cost more in materials. Manchester runs close behind London, without quite reaching the same highs.
| Style | Typical Manchester price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Short or simple crochet | £55–£85 | Cornrow base plus a basic pack, quickest install |
| Curly or wavy crochet | £70–£120 | The most popular texture, big volume fast |
| Marley or pre-twisted crochet | £90–£140 | Mimics passion twists or box braids in less time |
| Faux locs crochet | £100–£160 | Fullest pack, longest install of the crochet styles |
| Cornrow base only | £20–£40 | Some braiders let you bring your own crochet hair |
Indicative mid-2026 ranges from live Manchester listings. Always confirm whether hair is included and whether the cornrow base is charged separately before you book.
Where to book in Manchester
Moss Side and Longsight have the deepest bench of braiders and hair shops, with more working across Hulme, Rusholme and Whalley Range. Demand is high, particularly in the run-up to summer and the festive season, so the better-known braiders book up fast, worth choosing on the strength of someone’s work in your specific texture rather than on who has the next free slot. See every confirmed braider on the Manchester city hub.
Other braid styles in Manchester
Frequently asked questions
- How much are crochet braids in Manchester?
- Short or simple crochet usually costs £55 to £85. Curly and wavy styles run £70 to £120, and marley, pre-twisted or faux locs packs push higher, often £90 to £160. See the price table above for the full breakdown.
- How long do crochet braids last?
- Around four to eight weeks. Curly textures tend to look their best for the first month; twists and locs can hold a little longer. Take them down before the cornrow base underneath grows out too far.
- Is crochet quicker than box braids or knotless?
- Yes, a full head is usually two to four hours, including cornrowing the base, against six to eight hours for hand-braided sizes. The trade-off is that looped hair does not sit as flat at the root and loosens sooner.
- Do I need to buy the hair myself?
- Depends on the braider. Some quote for their time and ask you to bring the pack, others supply it and add it to the price. Confirm which before you book.
- How do I book one of these braiders?
- Message the braider direct through the details on their listing. Confirm the texture, whether hair is included and the total price before you book in.
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