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Harborne Laundrette

291 High St, Birmingham, B17 9QH4.4(116 reviews)

Opening Hours

Monday
7am-9pm
Tuesday
7am-9pm
Wednesday
7am-9pm
Thursday
7am-9pm
Friday
7am-9pm
Saturday
7am-9pm
Sunday
7am-9pm

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Pricing

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Payment

Coin

Cash only, no card or contactless payments accepted. Change not provided by staff; customers must obtain change from external sources (bank, post office, corner shop) before visiting. Multiple customers report frustration with lack of change availability and no change machine on-site.

Services and Amenities

  • Service Wash
  • Self Service
  • Coin Operated
  • Wash Dry
  • 7 Days A Week Operation
  • Accessible Parking
  • Byo Detergent
  • Car Parking
  • Cash Accepted
  • Cash Only
  • Early Opening
  • Extended Hours
  • Large Capacity Dryers
  • Large Capacity Washers
  • Large Capacity Washers 18kg
  • Late Closing
  • Multiple Machine Options
  • Multiple Machine Sizes
  • On Site Staff
  • Tumble Dryers
  • Unstaffed

Customer Reviews

4.4
116 Google reviews

The launderette offers a clean, conveniently located facility with helpful staff, but faces significant friction around cash-only payments, high pricing (especially for drying), and confusing machine interfaces. Customers praise the cleanliness and staff friendliness, yet many express frustration with outdated payment systems and lack of transparent pricing.

Based on automated analysis of customer reviews

Facility CleanlinessStrong positive signal
13 mentions
Staff ServiceStrong positive signal
12 mentions
Convenience AmenitiesMostly positive
9 mentions
Speed EfficiencyMostly positive
7 mentions
Machines EquipmentMixed feedback
11 mentions
Quality ResultsMixed feedback
8 mentions
PricingCommon concern
18 mentions

This laundry mat is over priced and dated. Every place I go to is cheaper.

Payment OptionsCommon concern
15 mentions

Cash only so don't forget your coins. What would be great is if they had contactless.

Common positives
  • Staff member Brenda receives specific praise for exceptional helpfulness and customer care
  • Facility is consistently clean, tidy, well-lit, and well-maintained
  • Extended opening hours (7am-9pm daily) provide good accessibility
  • Convenient location with free parking and safe visibility
  • Optional full-service laundry handling available through staff
Watch-outs
  • Cash-only operation with no card or contactless payment accepted
  • No change machine available; staff sometimes unhelpful about obtaining change
  • Only accepts 20p, 50p, £1 and £2 coins
  • Customers report staff keeping change or refusing to provide it
  • Drying cycles are expensive and lengthy; insufficient drying in allocated time

* These highlights and concerns are based on automated analysis of user feedback and are not independently verified.

About this launderette

Harborne Laundrette

Harborne Laundrette is a self-service launderette open 7 days a week from 7am to 9pm, offering a convenient solution for washing and drying clothes in the local area. The facility features multiple machine sizes including 7kg, 10kg, and 18kg washers, along with ample tumble dryers, and benefits from accessible on-site parking. While customers appreciate the extended opening hours, clean environment, and helpful staff assistance available during morning hours (9am-1pm), the launderette operates on a cash-only basis requiring customers to bring their own coins and detergent. Pricing is noted as relatively expensive by some customers, particularly for drying services, and the lack of clear operating instructions and contactless payment options have been common points of feedback. Despite these limitations, the launderette serves as a practical, hygienic self-service facility for those in the Harborne area needing regular laundry services.

Questions people ask

What payment methods does Harborne Laundrette accept?
Harborne Laundrette operates on a cash-only basis and does not accept card or contactless payments. The launderette accepts 20p, 50p, £1, and £2 coins. Customers should obtain change from a bank, post office, or corner shop before visiting, as no change machine is available on site.
How much does it cost to wash and dry clothes at Harborne Laundrette?
Washing costs range from £4.50 for a 7kg machine, £5.50 for a 10kg machine, and £8.00 for an 18kg machine. Drying costs £1.00 per cycle, which provides approximately 5–8 minutes of drying time depending on the dryer model. Customers should note that multiple drying cycles may be needed for larger loads.
What machine sizes are available, and can I use a service wash?
Harborne Laundrette offers washing machines in three sizes: 7kg, 10kg, and 18kg capacity, allowing customers to choose based on load size. The launderette provides both self-service wash and dry options as well as a full service wash option, where staff can handle the entire laundry process on behalf of customers during staffed hours.
What are the opening hours, and when should I plan my visit?
Harborne Laundrette is open seven days a week from 7am to 9pm, providing extended access for customers' convenience. To allow adequate time for drying before the 9pm closing time, the final recommended wash start time is around 8:30pm. On-site staff are available during limited hours, so customers visiting outside these times will be self-serving.
Is the facility clean and well-maintained? What facilities are available?
Harborne Laundrette maintains a clean, well-lit, and tidy facility with good atmosphere. Amenities include parking outside the launderette, ironing services, and a choice of multiple washing machine sizes. Customers should bring their own detergent and fabric conditioner, as these are not sold on site. The launderette does not offer Wi-Fi access.
What should I know before my first visit?
Bring cash in the correct denominations (20p, 50p, £1, or £2 coins) and ensure you have sufficient change obtained beforehand, as no change machine is available. Bring your own laundry detergent. Harborne Laundrette operates self-service, though helpful staff are available during daytime hours to assist with machine selection and payment. Drying may require multiple £1 cycles depending on load size and desired dryness level.

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Last updated
2026-05-18
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