Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Opticians in West Kent Since 1934
Established in 1934, Wilkinson Eyewear Studio has been delivering exceptional eye care and premium eyewear across West Kent for over nine decades. With three dedicated studios in Bromley, Sevenoaks, and Tonbridge, we combine traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to meet diverse optical needs. Our comprehensive services include advanced eye examinations, myopia management, OCT scanning, and specialist contact lens fittings, all supported by a curated collection of artisan eyewear from global designers.Our team of experienced optometrists, dispensing opticians, and audiologists prioritises patient-centred care, ensuring tailored solutions for vision correction, ocular health, and hearing assessments. Backed by continuous investment in medical innovation, including the Valeda Light Delivery System for dry AMD treatment, we maintain our reputation as independent leaders in optical excellence while upholding the values of quality, expertise, and community trust established by our founders.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Myopia Management
OCT Scanning
Specialist Contact Lenses
Dry Eye Clinic
Colorimetry
Audiology Services
Fast Track Lenses
Dry AMD Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1934
Highlights and features
- We offer 90 years of experience in independent optical care across West Kent
- Our three local studios provide enhanced services including OCT scanning and myopia management
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology like the Valeda Light Delivery System
- Our team includes specialist optometrists and dispensing opticians with tailored patient care
- We stock over 20 international eyewear brands including Ahlem and Kirk & Kirk
What people say
Second to none
Top-notch service
Exceptional range
Personable team
Perfect pair of glasses
Services
Comprehensive Eye Examinations
Our 40-minute eye examinations combine thorough ocular health assessments with precise vision analysis using hospital-grade OCT technology. Our optometrists detect early signs of conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration while providing accurate spectacle prescriptions tailored to individual lifestyles. Available as NHS or private appointments with enhanced diagnostic capabilities.
Myopia Management
Specialist treatments slow childhood myopia progression through orthokeratology lenses, multifocal contact lenses, and precision spectacle optics. This evidence-based approach reduces long-term risks of high myopia while maintaining clear vision without daily corrective wear during waking hours.
OCT Scanning
Non-invasive Optical Coherence Tomography creates detailed cross-sectional retinal images for early detection of sight-threatening conditions. Included in private exams or available as a 40 supplement to NHS tests, this technology enables precise monitoring of macular and optic nerve health over time.
Specialist Contact Lenses
We fit advanced contact solutions including orthokeratology for overnight vision correction, scleral lenses for irregular corneas, and multifocal designs for presbyopia. Our experts ensure optimal comfort and visual performance through comprehensive fitting processes and follow-up care.
Dry AMD Therapy
The Valeda Light Delivery System uses photobiomodulation to slow dry age-related macular degeneration progression. This non-invasive therapy involves nine treatments over three weeks, with clinical studies showing improved vision maintenance and reduced drusen accumulation over 24 months.
People
Jamie Edney
Director
With over 25 years in optical care, Jamie began as a trainee dispensing optician in Tonbridge. As co-director, he oversees clinical standards and eyewear curation, combining technical expertise with business leadership to maintain the studio's innovative reputation.
Ayshah Edney
Director
A qualified optometrist with specialist training in advanced vision correction, Ayshah joined the company in 2001. As co-director, she leads clinical service development and professional training, ensuring evidence-based approaches across all patient care pathways.
Ian Frost
Studio Manager
As Bromley's studio manager, Ian combines dispensing expertise with operational leadership. With 15+ years in optical retail, he ensures seamless patient journeys from initial consultation through to eyewear selection and aftercare services.
Simon Davenport
Senior Group Manager
Leading Sevenoaks' clinical team, Simon specialises in complex spectacle prescriptions and low vision solutions. His dual qualification as optometrist and dispensing optician enables holistic approaches to vision correction challenges for patients of all ages.
Antonio Vas Falcao
Audiologist
With three years serving West Kent communities, Antonio provides comprehensive hearing assessments and bespoke hearing aid solutions. His expertise in auditory processing disorders complements the studio's integrated approach to sensory healthcare delivery.
Questions
What eye care services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, OCT scanning, myopia management, dry eye clinics, colorimetry assessments, and specialist contact lens fittings across our three West Kent locations.
Do you have audiology services available?
Yes, our partnership with The Hearing Care Partnership offers full hearing assessments and hearing aid dispensing at all studio locations, delivered by experienced audiologist Antonio Vas Falcao.
How can I book an appointment?
Use our online booking system or contact your preferred studio directly via phone numbers listed on our website for Bromley, Sevenoaks, or Tonbridge locations.
What eyewear brands do you stock?
We showcase over 20 international brands including Ahlem, Kirk & Kirk, Orgreen, and Silhouette, with exclusive collections from independent designers across our three studio locations.
Do you offer emergency eye care?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency services, our studios handle urgent eye care cases during regular business hours and maintain referral pathways for after-hours emergencies.
What is the Valeda AMD treatment?
Valeda uses photobiomodulation light therapy to slow dry macular degeneration progression. Available at Sevenoaks and Tonbridge studios, this non-invasive treatment involves nine sessions over three weeks with clinical evidence of effectiveness.
