Craig met my 4 year old for the first time today, and although my boy showed some reluctance at first as I would expect him to, the haircut quickly became a non issue for him. Craig was very patie... See more
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After many stressful experiences at the barbers with our non verbal 3 year old we thought we’d try to find someone who specialises in neuro diverse children. It was a totally different and amazing exp... See more
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After 4 years of tears and meltdowns from our 6 year old son everytime it came to cut his hair at home, to watch Craig make Harry feel at ease as soon as he walked into the barbers, and walk out 12 m... See more
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We took our autistic son along this morning for his first trip to the barbers and had the perfect experience with Craig. He very much took our son's lead whilst he played with some magnets he loved... See more
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Craig's Barber Shop is a multi award winning Neuro-typical, LGBTQIA+ welcoming, and neuro-diverse barbershop in Bolton, Greater Manchester in England. It was founded in 2018. We wanted to create a welcoming and inclusive space for people of all genders and abilities. The shop offers a variety of haircuts, including traditional cuts, modern styles, and haircuts for children. Craig is experienced in working with neurodivergents. He take the time to understand each client's individual needs and create a haircut that is comfortable and stylish. In addition to haircuts, Craig's Barber Shop also offers a variety of other services, such as beard trims, shaves, and hair colouring. Craig has been trained by Chasing The Stigma and now an Ambassador of Hope, this means we can create a safe space for anyone to talk about their mental health. Craig's Barber Shop is a welcoming and inclusive space for people of all genders and abilities. If you are looking for a haircut that is comfortable, stylish, and affordable, Craig's Barber Shop is the perfect place to go.
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194 Tonge Moor Road, BL2 2HN, Bolton, United Kingdom
- 01204322513
- Hello@craigsbarbershop.co.uk
- craigsbarbershop.co.uk
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Best experience ever
Heard about Craig’s Barber shop threw a parent of where my youngest goes to school, so I decided I’d take my youngest and another one of my children both with ASD to have their hair cut, older girl loved it I didn’t expect any problems there my youngest however I didn’t think we would get her in never mind having her hair cut. She did both he was so good with her allowing her the time to process everything and adjust to this new setting and having someone touch her hair. He cut her hair while she was playing with some toys definitely a happy mother here and will definitely be taking them back

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Great experience with Craig on our…
Great experience with Craig on our first time visiting! He was patient and understanding with my son who is non verbal severe ASD. So glad I found Craig!
Great hair cut!

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Simply the best
Our son Tommy is non verbal and autistic. Cutting his hair is always such a trauma for him. After years of having to pin him down and use clippers I'm so grateful to have found Craig. He has so much patience and Tommy was able to play and wander around while craig cut his hair. We are very grateful and are so happy with the results. We will certainly be regular customers. Thank you craig 💙

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Wonderful Craig a star again 🌟
Came today- 21st feb.
Amazing experience. My daughter usually is very fussy with her hair stylist. But Craig understood what she wanted and created a masterpiece

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Life changing for us lol
So glad I started to take my boys to Craig!
For years my eldest who is diagnosed with autism and has high sensory needs has hated having his hair cut. I’ve been hit, he’s been sick, screamed the entire time it was getting to a point we couldn’t physically do it anymore. We switched to Craig and he followed his lead only a few appointments in and he’s now wearing a gown and allowing Craig to fully cut his hair without a single tear. Thankyou so much he absolutely adores you aswel and is excited to come and have his hair cut 😂👍

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Such a positive experience
From the second we walked into Craig 's barbers I could tell my son was comfortable. He has previously cried through his entire haircut as if he could feel every blade of hair being cut. Today, we didn't have one single tear, and this was completely down to Craig's approach; his care and his gentle manner, and what a difference he made. We will definitely be back. We can't thank you enough!

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Absolutely amazing
Absolutely amazing, my little boy normally hates having his hair cut but Craig made it so much fun he didn't want to leave!

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2 year old hair cut.
My son really hates having his hair cut and their was a lot of Anxiety always built up around this.. However i took him to Craig’s and it was the best experience i’ve ever had with getting my little ones hair done! Such a calming atmosphere, Super friendly and He puts you and your little ones mind at ease, Both left the shop super happy! defiantly would Recommend!

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Craig’s Barbershop just great :)
Craig was great! Our son has DS and does NOT like hair cuts at all! We came across to an article about Craig’s barber Shop and decided to give a go. Craig was so patient,kind and quick! Thank you and we are looking forward to come back for our next appointment!

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Fantastic service
Great with my little boy normally unsettled when getting hair cut but craig did a fantastic job and did the haircut around his needs.

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Craig = legend
Craig has been cutting my hair for about 20 years. He is just good at it. He doesn’t muck about with fancy gimmicks, he just does what you ask for. I look a million dollars (not my words) thanks to Craig.

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Excellent visit...
Fab visit to see Craig for our sons haircut today, Frankie has autism and dislikes visits to the barber due to his sensory issues, Craig really put him at ease and left him with a fresh cut. Frankie commented afterwards that it was the first time it hadn't hurt hum (he's 14) to see him have his haircut and me not sit there cringing for him or see him cry was a delight, thanks Craig, see you soon x

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Gentle and Positive
i was shaking on my way in, haircuts are always extremely awkward for me as i am nonverbal and terrified of people, but he made it very comfortable and got it done quickly which i appreciated. he was really gentle and didn't question the style i wanted like others often have. the price was less than half of what i usually have to pay and i will definitely be back :)

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Craig was absolutely amazing with my…
Craig was absolutely amazing with my little boy. He suffers from autism and a hair check is really traumatic for him . Craig was very patient and kind . Would highly recommend him and his amazing service . We can’t what to come back . Thanks Craig you’re brilliant at what you do .

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Great place to take your child if they are afraid of the barbers, wouldn't go anywhere else!
We have been going to Craig's for a while now and the difference in my little boy is amazing! When we first started going Tobias would lash out, cry, scream and Craig would hardly get to cut any hair! Now Tobias runs in, plays and gets a full hair cut...most days! Craig is so patient with Tobias and has built a great trusting relationship. I honestly wouldn't take Tobias anywhere else!

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Craig is very welcoming
Craig is very welcoming. The barbers looks like a toy shop. My child seemed to be settled. He's having his first hair cut with Craig at the end of the month. I think it will be a success

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Tobey is 4 ASD and non verbal
Tobey is 4 ASD and non verbal, he stims and jumps a lot, I have taken him 3 times now to Craigs and this time Tobey decided to lie down, Craig has so much patience with him and let's Tobey be himself whilst managing to cut his hair. Tobey was unsure of the clippers and kept covering his ears but Craig reassured him and Tobey let him use them. I would highly recommend Craig and wouldn't take tobey anywhere else. Thank you 😊

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Absolutely Fantastic experience in…
Absolutely Fantastic experience in Craig barbershop today . Harrison really struggles with hair cuts and hate anyone near his head . I'm amazed at how good Craig was with him , he was very patient and took a few smacks 🙈 but we have a very cool looking Harrison now 😎 thank you so much 👏

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Great for children with additional needs
My son has additional needs and Craig was very knowledgeable, understanding and patient. He gave me tips and advise on how to make a haircut less stressful for both me and my son. What Craig explained definitely made sense. The set up is really good too.

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First time at a barbers
Today was a first time for my son going to Craig's barbers, my son is none-verbal and dosnt have the best communication with people but craig was really good with him and he had made my sons first experience great I was expecting a kick off from my son but never did he was happy singing away and coping what Craig was saying and made the experience run smooth and my son was very happy. Defo recommend to people I know.

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