I am Twinkle, the Optometrist Director at Walbank Opticians. I have worn glasses from the age of 9. There was and still is a 'stigma' around wearing glasses. This started to change when celebrities started to wear bolder and unique glasses, making glasses more of a fashion accessory. A famous one, is of course Harry Potter!
Unfortunately, the UK market does not seem to have a variety of styles. So, I ventured out; and discovered eyewear from Milan, Paris and other fashion cities. Then everything changed. I started to become excited about wearing different styles, different colours and more bolder shapes. For the first time, I became excited about wearing my glasses.
Unfortunately, the UK market does not seem to have a variety of styles. So, I ventured out; and discovered eyewear from Milan, Paris and other fashion cities. Then everything changed. I started to become excited about wearing different styles, different colours and more bolder shapes. For the first time, I became excited about wearing my glasses.
Services
Our eye exams are at least 30 minutes long and conducted with a senior, experienced Optometrist. This is longer than the industry average of 15-20 minutes. The longer time means we can conduct a thorough, more advanced eye exam, which allows us to get your care right the first time. Your glasses are your most visible accessory, sitting right in the middle of your face.
Our eye exams are at least 30 minutes long and conducted with a senior, experienced Optometrist. This is longer than the industry average of 15-20 minutes. The longer time means we can conduct a thorough, more advanced eye exam, which allows us to get your care right the first time. We are constantly investing in new technology to ensure accurate results and diagnosis each and every time.
Your style personality is the single most important factor when choosing glasses and is often ignored. In fact, it actually dictates everything in your life! The clothes you wear, the holidays you book, cars you like, and home decor. This is what allows us to choose an understated, elegant frame for one person, yet a dramatic, more creative frame for another.
We offer a complete range of hearing services in our practice including free hearing tests, free tinnitus consultations, the latest technology in hearing aids, hearing protection services and ear wax removal. All of this is offered to you through our expert audiologist, who will be able to answer any questions you may have.
If you're frustrated by mass market frames and are looking for something unique, Walbank Opticians can help you. We search around the globe for different, unique and high-quality frames. Therefore, we are confident that you will choose glasses that you love to wear. Glasses that make you smile, glasses that express your individuality, and glasses that get you great comments!
Reviews (7)
Clare Farthing
Nov 19, 2021
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Wow, what a fantastic friendly and professional service, Twinkle and her team offer.
From the initial eye test through to advice choosing the right frames for my needs and the right colour/style for me, I was very impressed.
I've since picked up my new glasses and I love them and have had so many compliments. I received fabulous aftercare advice and check-in's, to see how I was getting on.
Thank you to all the team. I highly recommend supporting this fabulous independent opticians and local business.
From the initial eye test through to advice choosing the right frames for my needs and the right colour/style for me, I was very impressed.
I've since picked up my new glasses and I love them and have had so many compliments. I received fabulous aftercare advice and check-in's, to see how I was getting on.
Thank you to all the team. I highly recommend supporting this fabulous independent opticians and local business.
Jackie O'Field
May 13, 2021
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Picked up my new glasses today, two new pairs, lucky me! To say I'm thrilled is an understatement! love, love, love them equally ❤ I just love the whole 'Wallbank experience' from the time you walk in for your… eye test to the final pick up day, you are made to feel like the most important person on the planet! Thank you ladies, you are all such gems 💎
Julia Allen
May 11, 2021
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Ira Allan-Burns
Dec 14, 2020
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I would highly recommend Walbank opticians. Very friendly, efficient, skilled and caring team. Our family had been with them for years and always had an excellent service. During first lockdown my husband got a very helpful support from Twinkle over the phone when he had a problem with his eye, followed by a few calls from her making sure that he… was ok. I always had a good service from Twinkle and Sue. Particularly remember when Sue was very patient and helpful finding different ways to help me when I was struggling to put in and take out my first contact lenses. Recently Sue helped to
Richard Vaughan
Dec 07, 2020
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Claire Farrow
Nov 26, 2020
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Pam Wheeler
Oct 29, 2020
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Very conscious of the health and safety of clients. I felt like I was special and put st my ease as soon as I entered. I was given a very thorough examination and did not at any time have any pressure put on me… to buy anything not needed. I appreciated all the help and advice offered when it came to choosing the right glasses for me. The staff at Walkbanks are super friendly and I would highly reccomend them.
