SkewenIndependent opticians since 2003
Your eyes are incredible. Let’s keep them that way.
Thorough eye examinations, high quality frames and lenses and excellent customer service, whatever your style and budget. Right here between the Neath and Swansea border.
- Eye test
- About 30 min
- Spectacles from
- £39.95
- Patients
- All ages
Schemes and lens partners
£39.95
Standard spectacles start here, with designer frames for every budget.
An independent opticians
A service we would want to receive ourselves.
We are an independent opticians based in Skewen, between the Neath and Swansea border, 30 yards opposite Crescis Café.
We pride ourselves on thorough eye examinations, high quality frames and lenses and excellent customer service. The frames and lenses we offer have been tried and tested by our experienced staff, and whether you are an NHS or private patient, new or existing, we have a selection to suit your style and your pocket.
More about the practiceIndependent, not a high street chain
Why choose an independent optician?
You do not need to travel into Neath or Swansea to the high street chains. In Skewen you get a local practice that takes its time with you.
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An experienced local team
Friendly, experienced staff who have tried and tested the frames and lenses we offer, and who pride themselves on customer service.
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Unhurried, thorough exams
A full eye examination normally takes about 30 minutes, with your results explained at the end and a reminder when it is time to come back.
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NHS Wales services on site
WECS examinations for sudden eye problems, plus low vision assessments and free aids under the Welsh Low Vision Scheme.
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Frames for every budget
Standard spectacles from £39.95, frames for qualifying NHS patients, through to designer frames and sunglasses.
What we do
Eye care for every age, style and budget.
NHS Wales eye care
Sudden eye problem? You can be seen here, free.
Our optician is qualified to take part in the Wales Eye Care Scheme. If you have an acute or sudden eye problem you can be seen under WECS by contacting us directly or by GP referral. It is covered by the NHS and Welsh Government funding, whatever your financial circumstances.
Call 01792 817149Red eye
Painful eye
Sudden vision loss
Flashing lights in vision
Black spots in vision
Sticky eyes, and many more
Your eye examination
Thorough, unhurried, explained.
Regular eye tests are an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. We recommend one at least every two years, or more often if your optician advises.
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Request your appointment
Book by phone or send a request online and we will confirm it with you.
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A full and thorough test
Prescription and eye health checks, with retinal photography, visual fields and eye pressure where needed. It normally takes about 30 minutes.
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Results and advice
Your optician explains the results at the end and helps you choose frames and lenses to suit your prescription and lifestyle.
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Aftercare reminders
As part of our aftercare we send you a reminder when it is advisable to have a re-examination.
Have you heard of Transitions?
Lenses that change colour in the sun.
Transitions lenses change colour in the sun. Ask us about them, and about varifocal, thin and light and anti-reflection lenses, when you choose your next pair.
Lens optionsYour eyes are incredible. Make sure they stay that way.
Request an eye examination online and we will confirm your appointment by phone or email, or call the practice on 01792 817149.