very poor quality lenses and poor customer care. recieved the lenses which are blurry and poorly…read moremanufactured that when you look through them, things look hazy. checked the prescription with the opticians and it is correct and the feedback is the quality of manufacture is poor. customer services refused to help stating 'lenses were fit into the frame hence, unreturnable or refundable' paid a handsome amount for carrera frame and turned out to be flimsy and end of line stock...never again

Excellent shop to buy glassed from. I tend to go to D&A to get my prescription then head to The…read moreOptic Shop to buy frames and lenses as they tend to have a larger range and a nicer range of spectacles. Staff are always there to help you choose the right frames for you and willing to give their honest opinion on what they think would suit.

This opticians has a great selection of glasses for both men and woman. In my experience, the…read moreadvice given here as to what glasses you should select is absolutely excellent and I cannot fault it. The staff are also very friendly and very informative. This is probably the most efficient opticians I have ever been to and so I'd definitely recommend it. Very accurate in regards to focals.

friendly optitions with a wide range of glasses.close to car park so convenient.modern looking shop.read more

I really and truly cannot express my love of this place enough!…read more St. Donats Arts Centre is situated near on the South Wales coastline in the grounds of a medieval castle (complete with jousting field), which is now an International College. Imagine a Hogwarts by the sea, and you're mostly there. They offer a large bar area with outstanding views, a gallery and cinema, and theatrical and musical performances go on in the traditional Tythe Barn. This is also the venue for the critically acclaimed Beyond the Border storytelling festival, which takes place every year. Although this venue is small, the staff are friendly and eager to please, and the regular clientele are an amazing mix of locals. The only downside to the centre is its distance from most major areas. But it is certainly well worth the trip, just make sure you check out their website before going down, as there are not events happening each day, and you certainly don't want to turn up and be disappointed!

Within the grounds of St Donat's Castle lies the enchanting St Donat's Arts Centre, housed in a…read more14th century Tithe barn which has been converted into a fully-equipped theatre. Another modern addition to the barn is the completely new and contrasting 'Glass Room' on one side. The publicly-funded centre puts on a high quality arts programme throughout the year in this unique setting, which has wonderful views right across the sea towards Exmoor. The barn itself is widely considered be be one of the most inspired public buildings in Wales. The centre provides a really diverse programme of children's theatre, craft classes, dance sessions, cinema, exhibitions, world music events, jazz in the Glassroom. festivals, choir rehearsals, workshops and live shows. It also hosts the internationally renowned Beyond the Border storytelling festival, and it's the perfect, enchanting venue for this lovely event (with outreach storytelling in venues elsewhere in the area, too). The Box Office and Gallery are open 10am - 4pm on weekdays, plus evenings and weekends when there are performances taking place. Check the website for upcoming events, and keep your fingers crossed that the weather is fine when you visit so you can also enjoy far-reaching views out to sea.

Eye eye. Do you see a Gwyneth Morgan before you? Do you need your eyes testing? Gwyneth Morgan is a…read morequalified optometrist who has had a practice in Llantwit Major since 1992. She examines her patient's eyes, gives advice on visual problems, and prescribes and fits glasses or contact lenses. Gwyneth's practice stocks a full range of spectacles and contact lenses including fashion frames. Free NHS eye examinations are carried out for those who are eligible and NHS vouchers are accepted as payment towards glasses or contact lenses. Please note that eye examinations are by appointment only.