Helen Corson BSc Hons MCOptom

Principle Optometrist at Jacksons Opticians.

Optometric Advisor to NHS Wales Shared Service Partnership – Primary Care Services. (NWSSP – PCS).

“I must love my job to drive for 2 hours to see my patients!”

I have worn glasses since I was 9, when I started to become shortsighted and struggled to see the blackboard in school. Early on, I wore them just for lessons, but before long, my horrible NHS frames were a full-time feature. Sadly, there was little choice—black, brown, blue, pink, or crystal, and only one style. Together with my teenage spots, they did little for my self-esteem.

As I got older, I could never find frames that fitted or showed the world the real ME!  I “radiated geek” when I wanted to look cool and sophisticated! My eyewear was ugly and uncomfortable, which made me unhappy. Unfortunately, while contact lenses were good for sport, being a foolish teenager, I overwore them because I hated my glasses so much and ended up with an eye ulcer.

When I bought Jackson, I vowed my practice would become the place to go for eyewear that is stylish, comfortable and anything but DULL. A place to find something that sings to your soul and makes you excited to wear glasses.

We source our frames from the very best collections of handmade niche eyewear from around the world to bring our clients options from which to develop their Eyewear Wardrobe. We buy frames for real faces and real people so I promise we will have something special for you.

When I am not at Jacksons and not working for NWSSP-PCS I love my garden and going for long walks with our French Bulldog Claude. Sometime after acquiring Jacksons, I moved to Anglesey and am fortunate enough to live overlooking the sea and the mountains. I always say that proof of how much I love my job is that after all these years, I am still happy to drive for 2 hours to see my patients!

Kate 

Practice Manager and Clinical Dispenser

“helping my clients find their perfect frames gives me such a buzz!”

I have worked in optometry for many years and joined Jacksons when I moved to Cheshire from Cumbria. I have a degree in business management but have found my passion in frame styling—helping my clients find their perfect frames gives me such a buzz!

I have an eye for attention to detail. I enjoy a challenge and will leave no stone unturned to develop your perfect Eyewear Wardrobe. We carry hundreds of frames in stock, but also offer collections with bespoke ordering for certain collections, such and Lindberg and Tom Davies to help clients find a perfect fit. I promise we will find just the right frame for you!

My favourite brand is Lindberg. I am in awe of how a frame can be so strong but weigh so little. I find them very comfortable and love the way it is possible to tweek sizing and colour in order to deliver just what my patients want.

When not in work I like to keep busy. When I came to Nantwich, I bought a house that needed work and this has kept me out of mischief—I recently laid my own garden path and patio! I love my garden, although I am not fond of mowing the lawn and I am a pretty good baker too!

Sue

Clinical Lens Expert and Frame Stylist

“Just because you have a large prescription, it does not mean that you cannot have lovely-looking glasses.”

Being quite shortsighted, I understand how it feels to be completely dependent on glasses or contact lenses. I really empathise with patients in a similar position and love helping them find the right frame and the right lenses to give them beautiful glasses that draw compliments and are comfortable to wear. Just because you have a large prescription, it does not mean that you cannot have lovely-looking glasses. You need to, however, be thoughtful about your choice of frame and lens—thats where I come in!

L.a Eyeworks is one of my favourite brands. I don’t think I have ever worn a more comfortable frame. And I love Ronit Furst—who wouldn’t love their colourful handpainted designs?

I love travel and firmly believe that you can never have too many pairs of sunglasses! On my journeyings, I have been all over the world but still have places on my bucket list that I am intent on visiting. All my friends would tell you how much they love my garden and enjoy making it a great place for wildlife to visit.

Jo

Clinical Lens Expert and Frame Stylist

“Who wouldn’t love helping people to choose fantastic eyewear?”

I joined the Jacksons team shortly after leaving school, and apart from a pause to raise my children, I remained with the practice until 2019 when my husband and I relocated to the Midlands.
In 2025, drawn back to Cheshire’s charm, I was fortunate to resume my role at Jacksons—returning to the practice and patients that had always felt like home.

My passion lies in helping patients discover eyewear that not only enhances their appearance but also boosts their confidence. I understand that selecting frames—especially for first-time wearers—can be accompanied by uncertainty: Will they fit properly? Will they be comfortable throughout the day? Will I truly feel like myself wearing them?

I take genuine pleasure in guiding each patient through their options, ensuring they feel informed and confident in their decisions. By taking the time to understand their lifestyle needs and preferences, we create a tailored eyewear experience.

The most rewarding moment comes during the final fitting, when patients see themselves in their new eyewear for the first time. Witnessing that spark of delight and newfound confidence is what makes my role truly fulfilling—it’s the perfect culmination of care, expertise, and personal connection that defines the Jacksons experience.

Michelle Weir BSc Hons MCOptom

Optometrist

“I cannot imagine a job I would rather be doing.”

As an optometrist, I find genuine fulfillment in every eye examination I perform. I approach each patient with careful attention to detail, always striving to make their experience both thorough and comfortable.

There’s something truly rewarding about detecting early signs of eye conditions that might otherwise go unnoticed. Being able to recommend timely intervention that preserves someone’s vision brings me immense professional satisfaction. I believe in explaining eye health in accessible terms, ensuring my patients feel informed and comfortable with their care.

Outside the practice, running through Cheshire’s beautiful landscapes provides me with the perfect balance to my professional life. I’ve also found joy in coaching young athletes in our community. Helping children develop athletic skills and confidence mirrors what I love about optometry—supporting others to see and experience the world at their best.

I bring both expertise and enthusiasm to my role at Jacksons, and I consider it a privilege to care for the visual health of our community each day.