Shouldn't have gone to Specsavers, is my overall verdict after purchasing from them. With a slightly unusual prescription, I was given the hard sell to opt for the two pair 'bargain' deal, on the grounds that I absolutely couldn't do without at least one pair with super-thin lenses. Since the 'regular' lenses in the spare pair would look like milk bottle bottoms, right? Well, I can't blame the saleslady entirely, I did fall for this rubbish. When both pairs were presented to me, I inspected them, and yes, there was a discernible difference between the two sets of lenses. Just. Maybe. If you had a microscope handy. Don't fall for it. Or maybe just buy elsewhere. read more

I've been going to this opticians for years and always had good service. It tends to be quite easy to get an appointment and you don't really have to wait very long. It's also reasonably cheap - they do good value contact lens packages that include regular checkups, and they often have good deals on glasses, such as buy one get one free. As it's a chain, it's also easy to get care when in other parts of the UK. This particular branch has most of its examination rooms upstairs, but there are a couple downstairs, so it's fine for wheelchairs and pushchairs. The one problem I have with it is that they send me absolutely loads of mail, telling me about new offers and reminding me loads of times when I'm due for another checkup, which is annoying. read more

Very efficient and friendly staff, waiting was a bit much but this could not be helped due to the amount of customers they had in store. After having a very professional eye test where the optician made me feel comfortable and welcome i was served by two very friendly efficient young ladies who helped me choose my new glasses advising me on the right pair and not trying to push the most expensive pair upon me. Would highly recommend this optician. read more