James Hughes

We are open by appointment for all your your needs. We are pleased to be expanding our services again including resuming routine eye exams.

What To Expect At Your Appointment

The safety and well-being of our people is at the heart of everything we do and we have introduced measures within the Government guidance to restrict the spread of COVID-19 and safeguard our people.

How to Book

Branches are open by appointment only so please book in advance either by

Telephoning your nearest branch

Booking online

**Please Note - A pre-assessment will be carried out prior to your appointment which will provide all the information needed to prepare for your visit and maximise the time in-branch.

How we are keeping you safe during a in-branch appointment:

The safety and well-being of our people is at the heart of everything we do and we have been working hard behind the scenes to preparing for your arrival.

Social distancing - please follow the instructions in-branch and keep a safe distance

Clinical cleaning standards - our teams follow strict cleaning procedures throughout

Appointment only - please book in advance either online or by telephone

Limited people - appointments are spaced out to limit the number in branch at any one time

Hand sanitiser - hand sanitiser will be available to all on arrival

Full PPE - Full approved PPE will be worn by our teams

Contactless payment - payment will be by card only to limit contact.

Protective screens - are in place at reception and waiting areas for your safety.

Pre-visit assessment - you will receive a telephone call prior to your visit to determine the nature of your appointment and reduce time needed in branch.

Face covering - we ask all patients/customers to please wear a face covering when visiting our branches.

Remote Services

If you are unable to visit us or have a non-emergency/essential query our team are here for you. We continue to offer remote services as follows:

Eye care

You can book a telephone appointment online by selecting "telephone essential appointment" from the drop down menu. A member of our team will call you at the selected time.

Contact lenses

You can call us on 01236 424566to discuss contact lens supply or care

You can email contactlenses@jameshughesopticians.com and our expert team can arrange deliveries, amend orders and arrange solution etc

Spectacle Repairs

You can email eyecare@jameshughesopticians.com to arrange repairs

You can book a telephone appointment to arrange repairs

Hearing care

Our expert team are here for any hearing care advice, arrange repairs and order accessories

You can email hearing@jameshughesopticians.com with your query

We look forward to working together to continue supporting our communities with their eye and hearing health