R Black Opticians
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R Black Opticians is an independent optical practice providing comprehensive and detailed eye examinations. An eye examination is not just a measurement of your vision but a also very worthwhile check of the health of your entire visual system. We have an exciting range of frames to suit all budgets, including designer frames by Gucci, Marc Jacobs, Police and Jaguar.

We offer a wide choice of the latest silicone hydrogel soft contact lenses which are available from 10 per month. Home visits are available if you can't visit us and this service is free for most customers. Seiko lens specialist, please ask us about the benefits of Seiko spectacle lenses. Located within The Galleries shopping centre in Washington which offers easy access and free parking.
Services
An optometrist examines eyes, tests sight and prescribes spectacles or contact lenses for those who need them. They also fit spectacles or contact lenses, give advice on visual problems and detect any ocular disease or abnormality, referring the patient to a medical practitioner if necessary. Once qualified, optometrists can undertake further training to specialise in certain eye treatment by therapeutic drugs.
You're registered as partially sighted (sight impaired) or blind (severely sight impaired). You're 40 or over, and your mother, father, brother, sister, son or daughter has been diagnosed with glaucoma. You're eligible for an NHS complex lens voucher - your optometrist (optician) can advise you about your entitlement.
Newer silicone-based lenses now offer more comfort and longer wearing times than conventional lenses, with prices from 10 per month. Daily disposable lenses start from 19.99 for 30 pairs. Ideal for occasional wear for sports or socially, they are also great for everyday wear as no lens cleaning is needed.
Designer glasses cost from 99, with two pairs from 125. We offer leading brands including Gucci, Marc Jacobs, Police, Lipsy, Religion, Jaguar and Cazal. In addition, we are stockists of Superlite rimless glasses, and we also have sports glasses in stock, including prescription swimming goggles. We are Seiko lens specialists and recomend Seiko lenses whenever a premium lens is required.
We provide a sight test at home service. If you are aged 60 or over and are unable to go out without help or assistance, you are entitled to an eye test in the comfort of your own home and this is provided free of charge under the NHS. At Black's Opticians, this service is always provided by Philip Hogg, so you will always see the same optician.
Reviews (6)
Brian Freeman
Brian Freeman
Dec 13, 2021
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Amazing level of customer service. Although live in Newcastle traveled to this location, on a recommendation and was delighted from getting my eyes tested, to picking my glasses up.
Lynn George
Lynn George
Jul 16, 2021
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The best opticians in the Galleries as you buy one pair of glasses and get another set free. I pay for my photochromatic bifocals and get my computer glasses for nothing. Last week it was £145 for the bifocals - how much would it have been if I had to pay for both?
Kevin Parker
Kevin Parker
May 25, 2020
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Been going here for many years, always an excellent service. Have tried a couple of other places, mainly because of the frames they offer but always end up going back to Blacks. Isn't that an Amy Whitehouse song? Ha.
Sandra Hennessey
Sandra Hennessey
Sep 08, 2018
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Great value for money and the staff are very friendly and polite,wouldn't go anywhere else.
Euan Lowrie
Euan Lowrie
Sep 01, 2017
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Well mannered and knowledgeable staff put you at ease immediately, great value and used for years by both mine and my girlfriend's family.
Dean Turnbull
Dean Turnbull
Jul 10, 2017
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Excellent service in all aspects. Good on price. I've been using them for about 30 years and so does the rest of my family. Can't fault their knowledge and professionalism.