I always go to Boots for my eyewear (except when I venture somewhere classier like David Clulow,…read morebut that's a rarity). They have a decent range of designer and own-brand frames, with a price range that varies accordingly. As I write this I'm wearing a great pair of tortoiseshell Calvin Klein prescription spectacles, which came with an almost equally stylish free pair by Boots. The optometrists at Boots tend to be well-mannered, considerate and highly-qualified. I am highlighting this particular store not for any reason good, or bad, but because it is the first Boots Opticians I have encountered in a self-sufficient unit. The range here is pretty impressive and bigger than some of those in larger Boots stores. If you're in the range for some new specs I would definitely look at Boots, who do include various discounts for their customers.

As your purchasing your fist pair of spectacles you may well think that there is no need to have a…read moresecond pair, because you'd never lose or mistreet these magical little things.Wrong. I didn't go to Boots to get my prescription glasses and I wish I had. That's got nothing to do with the shop, I mean it's fine, but it's not anything too special in terms of it's range and quality customer service, but simply because they give a second pair free. WOW. Just spend £75 or more on your glasses and they'll chuck in another set up to the same value (from their own brand or Kyusu, free!) Worth a visit me thinks!

I made an appointment in July for 12 o'clock. Waited 20 minutes, wasn't seen by anyone and, as I…read morehad other appointments, I had to abandon this one with The Eyecare Centre. The receptionist was most apologetic and assured me that, if I made another appointment, they would make sure this wouldn't happen again. So I made another appointment, for today, 9th August. Exactly the same thing happened! Again, the receptionist tried to be helpful, but I'd given the Centre a fair try and decided this was enough. Perhaps they should allow more time for each appointment? This would then mean that patients wouldn't waste time needlessly waiting.

From the owner: Hoves longest established opticians. A friendly independant practice with professional private &…read moreNHS eye examinations. Contact lens, and ortho - keratology (night time lenses). OCT & digital retinal photography. Visual fields, glaucoma screening and children examinations. Stocking Sunglasses and designer frames, we cater for complex prescriptions and contact lens fittings.

Eyesite is a great opticians that focuses on customer care. I've been in here on more than one…read moreoccasion when looking for a pair of new glasses (I suffer from astigmatisms) and have always been greeted warmly and given a lot of help. They also offer an 'extended' eye examination, so you don't feel rushed like you can in many other opticians, as well 'Ortho-K' contact lenses that correct your eyesight while you sleep. They also stock a large range of frames, sports glasses and sunglasses from every top designer including Chanel, D&G, Prada, Tom Ford and even Tiffany. Fantastic customer service, it feels very personal.

I am a long standing customer but will not use this optician anymore.The practice is very worn out…read more The staff keep changing. No continuity of care.