Eye tests and the opticians
Book an eye test, get glasses and sort out eye problems.
Hi, I need to book an eye test, please.
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Booking a test4
- I need to book an eye testIn the UK it's an 'eye test' or 'sight test', done at the opticians on the high street.
- I'm going to the opticiansThe shop where an optometrist tests your eyes and sells glasses: Specsavers, Boots Opticians, Vision Express and independents.
- Am I entitled to a free NHS eye test?Free for groups like under-16s, 16-18s in full-time education, over-60s, people with diabetes or glaucoma and some benefit claimants.
- I'm due an eye test. It's been two yearsMost adults are recalled every two years; some groups more often.
In the test room3
Glasses and prescriptions5
- I'm a bit short-sightedYou can't see far away clearly.
- I'm long-sighted, so I need reading glassesYou can't see close up clearly.
- I need new glasses. My prescription's changed'Prescription' also means your glasses or lens measurements.
- Can I have a copy of my prescription?You're entitled to it after a sight test and can buy glasses anywhere, including online.
- Do I get a voucher towards glasses?An NHS optical voucher helps some groups (e.g.
Problems and jokes2
- I've got something in my eye and it won't come outMany areas have an NHS minor eye conditions service at local opticians, so try them before A&E for non-emergencies.
- Should've gone to SpecsaversThe ad slogan Brits shout when someone makes an obvious mistake, like missing an open goal or misreading a sign.
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Where do you usually get an eye test?
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