Eye Tests

Thorough and unhurried eye tests
Our patients say that they love our eye tests compared to those of the chain stores. We take the time to go through each test in an unhurried manner and always have time to discuss any concerns you may have about your eyes.

What to expect
Our eye tests usually last about 30–40mins. After the test is complete, our optician will explain the results and you’re encouraged to ask any questions you might have. Our optician will make recommendations that take into account factors such as your working environment, lifestyle and any leisure pursuits you have. We’ll probably recommend varifocals if you like making miniature castles out of rice while watching the TV.

Retinal imaging
Retinal 3D OCT scans help detect conditions such as glaucoma, diabetes, hypertension and age-related macular degeneration. Regular eye tests and retinal 3D OCT scans are important as they help spot the early stages of eye disease before the condition becomes untreatable. Retinal 3D OCT scans are available for both private and NHS patients and are charged for in addition to regular eye tests.

NHS eye tests
You’re entitled to a free NHS eye test if you:

• are under 16

• are 16, 17 or 18 and in full-time education

• are 60 or over

• are registered as partially sighted or blind

• have been diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma

• are 40 or over and your mother, father, sibling or child has been diagnosed with glaucoma

• have been advised by an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) that you're at risk of glaucoma

• are a prisoner on leave from prison

• are eligible for an NHS complex lens voucher – your optician can advise you about your entitlement

You're also entitled to free NHS eye tests if you or your partner – including civil partner – receive, or you're under the age of 20 and the dependant of someone receiving:

• Income Support

• Income-related Employment and Support Allowance

• Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance

• Pension Credit Guarantee Credit

• Universal Credit and meet the criteria

Please contact us to check eligibility.

Eye test prices
We perform the same eye tests for our private and NHS patients. Eye tests can be enhanced by including a retinal 3D OCT scan. Check our eye test prices for more information. Our Contact Lens Reward Plan subscribers get free, unlimited eye tests.