The questions you need answers to, but may be embarrased to ask!
We get it – talking about money can feel uncomfortable, especially when it comes to your vision care. You might find yourself wondering about costs but hesitating to ask during your appointment.
That’s completely normal!
We believe transparency makes everything easier, so we’ve gathered the most common pricing questions our patients have.
No judgement, no surprises – just straightforward answers to help you plan your eyecare.
How much is an eye examination?
Our comprehensive 45-minute eye examination with a senior optometrist is £85 for private patients. Many of our NHS patients choose to upgrade to this enhanced service for £60, which includes all the advanced scans and photographs of the private examination.
Every appointment is delivered in a welcoming setting by our experienced team, with care tailored to you.
Enhanced eye examinations use state-of-the-art technology, including Digital Widefield Retinal Imaging and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), to provide exceptional insight into your eye health.
The result is an examination that is thorough, comfortable, and reassuring – giving you complete confidence in both your vision and your long-term eye health.
How much is an NHS sight test?
NHS funded sight tests
NHS sight tests in England are funded by the National Health Service and there is therefore no charge for eligible patients, including those over 60 and people with a family history of glaucoma. However, we strongly recommend upgrading to our enhanced eye examination for an additional £60. This comprehensive service includes advanced diagnostic technology and extended consultation time, giving you a more thorough assessment of your eye health and vision needs. This is particularly inportant where there is a family history of eye disease such as glaucoma or macula degeneration and for older patients where eye disease becomes more common.
How much are spectacle lenses?
WWeWWe only offer our patients the best which is why we work with premium lens manufacturer Essilor. One of our roles as eye care practitioners is to give you the best vision possible which is why we are not prepared to compromise on the quality of the lenses we use.
The price of spectacle lenses depends mainly on the type of lens you need, varifocals for example are more expensive than single vision lenses. If you require to have the lens made thinner and lighter or want photochromic lenses which change colour with the sun, this will add a little too.
As with our frames, we have many different options available and our optometrists and dispensers will give you expert advice to help you select the best lenses for you based on your visual needs, prescription and frame selection.
As a guide, our single vision lenses start from around £150, while varifocals begin just under £300.
How much are spectacle frames?
Distinctive Eyewear Collection
We are passionate about eyewear and strive to offer our patients some of the most beautiful pieces from the worlds leading eyewear houses. We aim to curate a collection to meet out patients needs in terms of face shape, colouring, personality and budget.With over 1000 unique frames in stock, you’ll find we have plenty of frames to choose from. In addition, some of our collections can be ordered in bespoke sizes, colours and shapes.
Our frames start from as little as £149. At this price point, you will have a really good choice of stylish, quality frames.
Most frames in our collection are in the £300 to £600 price range. At this price point you will find amazing frames which are stylish, hand finished, one of a kind pieces that feel very special.
And some of our frames can cost a little more again, but whether you choose something from our entry level collection or a more unique piece made from wood or carbon fibre, all come with a 12 month manufacturers warranty against manufacturing defects.
Whatever your budget, we have plenty of options to choose from and there is always the option to spread the payments over up to 10 months.
