Margaret Best Optometrist
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The practice has recently been extensively reconfigured to follow social distancing and disinfection rules. Special provisions are available for those who are shielding. As an independent practice, we enthusiastically source products specific to your needs, ranging from classic designer to bespoke spectacles, sunglasses and contact lenses.
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Mrs Best obtained her BSc (Hons) in Optometry in 1982 (Glasgow). She then undertook research in visual screening of children whilst working in an independent practice in Inverness that liased closely with the local hospital. The opportunity to manage a practice in Newbury for a family-run multiple then afforded Mrs Best the chance to expand her skills in children's eye care/orthoptics and low-vision with Berkshire Eyes Service.
We are committed to ensuring you and your family have good sight and healthy eyes. Of course, we want you to look good too and that's why we stock an extensive range of frames in all styles, sizes and price-brackets. Everyone in Scotland is entitled to free NHS eye checks within a relevant time period.
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Mrs Best has 30+ years of experience in every aspect of Optometry including Hospital, Research, General Practice and Screening in the Community and Schools. This allows her to optimize the quality of vision and ensure healthy eyes for the whole family. We use the latest diagnostic instruments including digital photography and OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
Reviews (8)
Diane Callaghan
Diane Callaghan
Feb 02, 2021
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Great local optometrist, so pleased we chose to take our daughter here for her glasses. We are very happy with her glasses and the follow up care.
Sam Elsdon
Sam Elsdon
Nov 17, 2020
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Very thorough eye test and Mrs Best made me feel comfortable throughout. She clearly knows her stuff and talked me through each step of the test in detail. I would definitely recommend!
Sarah Bradbury
Sarah Bradbury
Nov 10, 2020
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I had a wonderful visit recently to the Margaret Best opticians. Haven't had my eyes tested in years and was, quite frankly ,a bit nervous. But was quickly put to ease and walked away feeling relaxed thanks to the professional and friendly service I received. Would highly recommend to anyone!
Molly Holt
Molly Holt
Oct 28, 2020
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Really appreciated the comprehensive, professional and friendly experience I had today - thank you.
Brian Schiele
Brian Schiele
Oct 06, 2020
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She has looked after my eyes amazingly: as a musician I need glasses with an unusual prescription, she has taken great trouble to get this right for me and notices as this changes as I get older.
She also finds me elegant frames which my colleagues admire.
She's called Best and is!
Jonny Dennis
Jonny Dennis
Jul 13, 2020
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I've been going here for over 10 years. The service has always been excellent. Mrs Best has always explained what's going on during appointments, and kept me updated on any changes to my prescription. I get help choosing the glasses that look best, and there is always a great selection at all prices.
Pam Purves
Pam Purves
Jun 05, 2020
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It's always a pleasure to visit Margaret Best, she has taken care of our familys eyes for over 12 years and we trust her completely. A very family friendly optometrist who we recommend to everyone.
Rachel Fox
Rachel Fox
Nov 01, 2018
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Always enjoy going to Mrs Best's! I'm a student down south but I still only get my eyes tested and buy my glasses from Mrs Best when I'm back visiting home! You know you're remembered by Mrs Best and Leslie and Rachel the receptionists. The eye test is thorough and Mrs Best's use of a projector rather than a fixed chart means I really trust that she can test all my sight faithfully. Their choice of frames is large, giving you plenty of choice, even for someone who needs petite frames and has struggled to find well fitting glasses in the past. When selecting frames, Mrs B or one of the receptionists