About Us
Part of the community since 1912
We are a local, independent, community optician, specialising in innovative and exciting eyewear. We love spending time with you, both during your eye examination and when choosing your new eyewear.
We are also experts in contact lenses.
We are not part of a big group and never will be, it's just us!
In an age when it's difficult to see the same person twice, we are proud of the fact that there have only been four consecutive optician-owners since Mr Knutton retired way back in 1952.
We get excited about eyewear and we travel the world
to find the frames we love.
Next generation eye examination
Our examination room is equipped with the latest 3D retinal scanner, allowing us to see further into your eyes. Click on the yellow button at the bottom of the page to learn more.
Eyewear that is beautifully made and much more exciting
An exclusive styling service that you won't get on the High Street.
We have a range of beautiful frames and sunglasses that you won't see everywhere.
Try our lightweight 3D printed range, You Mawo which are a third lighter than normal acetate or the bold and colourful Anne & Valentin collection from Paris.
Garrett Leight has a wonderful range of beautiful acetates in traditional styles. Founded in Venice Beach and designed in the arts district of downtown L.A. The range is influenced by the people and places of California.
Face a Face is a bold brand with frames that stand out, and are interesting and colourful.
Caroline Abram has a sixties vintage feel, feminine and soft, with the old fashioned charm of Miami.
We also carry many other beautiful ranges including Silhouette, Ray-Ban, Eco, Modo and Talla
Protect your eyes from the sun
Protecting your eyes from UV light is an essential part of your overall eye care.
UV blocking lenses help with visual comfort but are also beneficial in protecting the eye's structures from UV in the atmosphere.
Most researchers agree that there is a link between UV and cataract formation and possibly macular degeneration. If you have had cataract surgery, protecting the retina from UV is even more important as the clear intra-ocular lens implant lets much more light into the eye and onto the retina.
We can give you advice on all the options available. From beautiful sunglasses, to tinted lenses or transitions that change with the light.
Polarised lenses reduce surface reflections making glare from roads or water almost disappear providing an amazing clarity of vision.
Reduce eyestrain while computing
In today's brave new world, screens are a big part of our everyday lives and with working from home on the increase, we are spending more time than ever on a computer.
We can provide expert advice on screen viewing including a range of multifocal lenses specially made to make your computer clear and comfortable, reducing headaches and eyestrain.
We can also advise on eyewear for other bespoke distances like playing a musical instrument or reading music.