Great to be back at Scrivens again (Coleshill branch). Really appreciate the family-like atmosphere — it feels welcoming and not rushed. Zoe, Amy, and Narvender (apologies if I’ve spelt that wrong)... See more
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At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, we believe that looking after your sight and hearing should be simple, reassuring, and personal. Founded in 1938, we are proud to be a family-run British business that has grown to become one of the UK’s most trusted names in optical and hearing care. With over 160 branches nationwide, our mission has always been the same - to help every customer see and hear life at its very best.
We offer a complete range of professional services, including comprehensive eye examinations, advanced retinal imaging, contact lens fittings, and free hearing checks carried out by qualified experts. Our friendly teams take the time to understand your individual needs, ensuring every visit is comfortable, informative, and tailored to you.
Explore our stylish range of designer glasses and sunglasses, along with high-quality contact lenses and digital hearing aids featuring the latest technology for clear, natural sound. Whether you’re updating your eyewear, booking your next eye test, or exploring hearing solutions, you’ll always find expert advice and a warm welcome at Scrivens.
As a long-established provider of NHS eye and hearing services, we are proud to make exceptional care accessible to everyone. Every product and service we offer is designed to enhance your comfort, confidence, and quality of life.
At Scrivens, your sight and hearing are in safe hands - because caring for you is at the heart of everything we do.
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Brilliant service from the staff at the Fordhouses branch. Thanks.
This was my first experience with Scrivens and with this branch. I have been going to Specsavers for years and decided to try this branch due to time pressures in my schedule and the close location of this branch.
I was very impressed!! The eye test was very thorough. The glaucoma test is far gentler that the kit used at specsavers. I felt like I had alot of time, so nothing ever felt rushed. My questions were answered in full. The customer service was excellent. (Nicole is fab). And the pricing was very clear.
Honestly, the pricing was a little higher than I would normally pay and the choice of frames was a little narrower than a larger store. But all in all, the pricing was acceptable and fair. Plus I found x4 frames that I liked so I'm happy with my choice.
Overall. Very good experience. Would recommend and revisit.
Very impressed with the service from all the ladies at Leyton branch. Very friendly and welcoming and a much better experience than at other opticians. Would definitely recommend.
Extremely helpful and kind staff.
I visited Scrivens Peacehaven today for an eye test.
I had Katie help me and I cant rate her highly enough.
She was understanding, patient and very knowledgeable. She even gave me honest advice on which glasses suited me best. What an asset she is to your team. Thank you so much Katie. x
Fantastic service from John in Radcliffe store
He’s worked there years. Extremely knowledgeable, kind and friendly and do anything to fix any issue
Used to go there before company taken over by yourselves
Still go and so do my parents because of him
Fantastic 👍👍👍
Only just realised I can write this review can’t remember date for review but if required I will find out
Lovely helpful staff. Answered all my concerns couldn't have wished for a better experience
The eye test was very detailed .Picked up my new glasses today.Absolutely perfect .Thank you Scrivens. GREAT STAFF,GREAT RESULT.
Went for earing aid check up at Cheadle branch Staffordshire Debbie was first class and very polite And very helpful
Excellent service very helpful friendly staff

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My daughter had her first eye test here today after being discharged from hospital.
Dee was absolutely brilliant with my daughter! I couldn’t praise her enough.
Helpful and efficient service at the Halesowen Branch.
Would definitely recommend using this branch.

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Scrivens Bicester. Excellent friendly customer service. Collected my new glasses today. an overall great experiance from eye test to order to collection.
I used specsavers for years but in the end I had to walk away from them because they became so expensive that I could no longer afford them at all im physically disabled and have to live on disability benefits so I don't have much money at all. Scrivens really stepped up to help me so professional friendly respectful and helpful and good prices on glasses I would suggest using scrivens from now on they are amazing
From the moment I arrived for my appointment, I was greeted by Cat, Julie, and Karen, who were both highly professional and genuinely friendly, creating a very welcoming atmosphere. This excellent level of service continued seamlessly through the post-appointment administration.
If it were possible, I would happily give Optometrist Nicola Prior six stars. She addressed my concerns with exceptional clarity and reassurance, explaining everything in a way that was easy to understand. Her ability to simplify complex issues truly put my mind at ease—she went above and beyond in every respect.
Congratulations to the team for running such a well-organised and customer-focused branch.
I wish to thank Alex, Olivia, Miranda, Katie and Nadia at Scrivens, Peacehaven, East Sussex, for their excellent service and professional help throughout the whole process of my recent Sight test and production of my new glasses.
I cannot recommend them highly enough!
I was very pleased and happy with the team at chapel en le frith abd i am going to keep coming
The staff were welcoming, friendly, and very efficient - as they always are.
The optician was thorough, explained every stage of the examination, and made sure that I was provided with the correct eyedrops. My glasses were checked, cleaned and tightened.
The whole experience was a pleasure. Nadika and all the staff were very professional, friendly and helpful. I would recommend Howes without hesitation.
Great team work, the atmosphere is uplifting, we walked in stressed after a difficult morning but left laughing.
I always have difficulty choosing frames but between them they chose them for me. Thank you
Great service at Scrivens in Burslem. Booked an eye sight test for my 8 year old daughter, I was so impressed with the service I booked my eye test, after previously being with SS. All of the staff are so lovely and friendly. Highly recommend.
I have been going to Scrivens for several years now but it was my husbands first visit to Scrivens in Radcliffe and he was so glad he went there. Unfortunately he has had a disappointing experience with a large optician company in the past two years as he was prescribed two lots of glasses which made his vision worse and he had to pay for their mistake. The staff in Scrivens make you very welcome and are very professional and knowledgeable. Nothing was too much trouble. He is very happy with his new glasses and he can now read and watch tv with ease.
We always have great customer service. I have converted my husband to go there now.
The manager always sees to our specific needs and will go above and beyond if there are any doubts or questions that he can help with.
The team behind him are always polite and will also help were they can.
Thanks for a great service!
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