Northern Optical Company
Independent family-run opticians in the Grainger Market, established since 1928. NHS and private eye tests, enhanced 3D OCT examinations, contact lenses, and a wide choice of glasses and sunglasses.
About Northern Optical Company
Northern Optical Company is an independent, family-run opticians at 1-4 Grainger Market in Newcastle city centre, and has served Newcastle for close to 60 years. The practice offers NHS and private eye tests, enhanced examinations with 3D OCT scanning to help detect conditions such as glaucoma and macular degeneration, and home visits for housebound patients. It also provides sports vision and driving vision assessments. Eyewear includes contact lenses, prescription and non-prescription sunglasses, ZEISS driving lenses and designer frames for men, women and children, combining modern expertise with traditional personal service.
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