Located on the east end of Oxford Street, close to Tottenham Court Road than the huge flagship…read moreLondon department stores such as Selfridge and co (pun intended). This store is Vision Express' flagship store in the UK, this is interesting to see them located here with most flagship stores on Oxford Street, being on the west end of the street or Regent Street near that. The store is huge and it is over multiple floors, the glasses selection seems to have every brand one would associate or expect to find in Vision Express, they also didn't have glass cages which some stores have which must be unlocked by staff which shows trust and allows you to try the glasses on without having to ask a member of staff and feel awkward, the store does have security though, probably a more expensive approach but one I do like. The staff in the store didn't seem too helpful, they smiled and that was pretty much it. They had a nice selection of glasses, but again they could have sold more from certain brands, they seemed to have a wide selection of brands rather than selection within those brands. I struggled with deciding a rating for this branch, especially between three and four stars, but this is one of the better branches in the Vision Express network which I find to be a superior optician compared to the rest, especially Specsavers who is the biggest in the UK. 4* - It should work on improving selection within the broad brands they have, and ensuring consistent is consistent with staff seeming more helpful and approachable.

I have used this store for over 7 years. The staff are very friendly and helpfull. They alwats have…read morespecial offers and have always given me extra discounts for being a loyal customer, use this store its very good. It situated in the centre of Harrow and is easy to get too. It has good transport links with bus routes and harrow on the hill station is a short walk away.

I have used Specsavers Opticians very recently. I was very happy with the appointment for my sight…read moretest as I was able to choose a time from a wide selection that was offered to me. I was impressed with the Optician as I felt that the test was very thorough. However, when it came to choosing glasses I was at a complete loss. There were several 'special offers' running in the shop and the whole process seemed very complicated. At the time there was a 'buy one get one free' promotion but, only on certain frames. Coatings were charged extra and,if I wanted coatings on the 'free' pair I had to pay an extra £35... very very complicated and hard to compare to other opticians. I chose not to buy glasses from them as I got a better deal at Boots.

Boots Optical has a convenient Victoria Street location. I have previously popped in to check out…read moretheir glasses selection and deals, which all seem that the selection and prices are similar to other companies in the area, although glasses can be expensive generally. Being with Boots, though, I trust the brand. Most recently, I have had issues with older glasses (that I had bought elsewhere) with the screws coming out. When I was in a bind with one of my lenses falling out when I was at work and I needed the screw to be put back in, the staff were lifesavers to get me a new screw and put it back in for me! I really appreciated them being there for me when I needed them.

I have only ever been to this branch but I've always been impressed by how knowledgeable the staff…read moreare. They are able to do most things then and there without having to send them off to the factory which is also really useful. Excellent service

Okay, the name actually comes from a group of trees that were nearby, though I don't think they are…read morearound anymore. However, this station happens to be one of the many interchange stations that you will encounter in London, though believe it is an out-of-station interchange. Anyway, it's another one I visited, and it isn't bad.

Not as cheap as the mass chains, I moved from them to Boots in North Finchley but having tried…read morethem, I will return to Kingley and pay the little extra for my next visit. I used to go on the Friday as they had a lovely and very competent Indian woman who really took care to get things right. On reflection, I definitely recommend them. Trust, when it comes to your health, is so important.

Kingsley have been my "vision and eye-care professionals" for over 10 years now. Whenever I go…read morethere, I know I'm going to well looked after. The staff always have a smile - and you know that they genuinely care. And - they're always updating their equipment! I wouldn't go anywhere else. David, London, UK

One of the gems of Islington. At first it may look just like an ordinary chemist, but , what makes…read morethis place very special, is not on the shelves. It's the people who run it. Lisa and Andy. They are two of the loveliest, friendliest and most helpful people you will ever meet. Lisa is a fountain of knowledge, not just about medical matters but also about the vitamins and minerals that they sell. She'll tell you what you need and don't need, which is just as important. Andy, is just as good in his field. How many opticians tell you that you need over the counter reading glasses? He has also won Islington Garden of the Year a number of times, so any trouble with your irises and one way or another, your in luck. You know how irritating people go on about Islington being a village? Well, this is one of those places that makes you feel that, perhaps, they're right. Forget Boots etc. If you want excellent advice, great service and sympathy when your feeling a bit seedy, then this is the place for you.

Great little independent Optitions. It's been operating on Kilburn High Road for 30 years. Until…read morerecently it was tucked away, but had to move when the lease expired. Probably the best thing to happen to it. I had never even noticed it when it was in its previous position. My last pair of Tom Ford glasses from a high end chain cost me £500, which I actually lost attending a Yelp event (another story!). I came here a while back and asked if I already had a frame, could they fit the lenses for me. They said that they could. I ordered a pair of Tom Ford's online at a cost of £140. This optician advised me that the lense would be £165. I came in with frame and prescription from my previous optition. One week on, I'm not the proud owner of a pair of Tom Ford glasses at £305 compared to £500 for my previous pair. I'm one happy chappy! I was really impressed with the service I received. They also said that if I found a frame liked from another optician, to give them the serial number. They advised that they could probably purchase them for me at 20% less than the RRP. Thay are also open on a Sunday, which is very handy.

I've been seeing Sam for years and he is exceptional. He's extremely detail oriented and…read morecharismatic, and I always feel like he goes the extra mile to ensure I'm taken care of. Highly recommend him and his team!

Great opticians! Located in the heart of Woking, just inside…read moreThe Peacocks Centre. Have taken my daughter here a few times now and have always found the staff friendly. Appointments always seem to be prompt and you are not left waiting for ages past the time you were meant to be seen. When it comes to choosing glasses there is a wide range to suit all budgets, from basic nhs to designer glasses. When it came to my daughter choosing a pair, we could have any pair we wanted (including the designer ones)we just had to pay the difference. You can guess which ones she wanted, and they were ready within the week! Good service and they always send appointment reminders for annual sight test