Creating the ideal working environment for you and your customers
Barnabys of Bournemouth is a renowned eyewear retailer, established in 1975 by David Barnaby. We take pride in offering a unique blend of the world's most exciting designer eyewear collections, coupled with the highest standards of professional eyecare and service. As authorised stockists of renowned brands such as TOM FORD, GUCCI, OLIVER PEOPLES, CARTIER, DIOR, RAYBAN, TAG HEUER, and PERSOL, we provide a wide range of sunglasses and eyewear to suit every taste and requirement.
Our customers appreciate our personalised service and the wide range of unique brands that are not readily available in other opticians. We cater to adults and children for eye tests, glasses, and contact lenses, making us a one-stop solution for all your eyewear needs.
Services Offered
At Barnabys of Bournemouth, we offer a comprehensive range of services to ensure that our customers receive the best possible eyecare and eyewear. Our services include:
Eyewear Selection
We guide our customers to the best lenses for their prescription and frame selected. We specialise in high-end, high-performance lenses from Essilor, complete with the perfect index and finish to give the best possible cosmetic finish and optics. Our sight test room now has an R800, allowing us to test eyes to the accuracy of 0.01 instead of the industry standard of 0.25.
Lens Recommendations
As an independent optician, we have access to all of the top lens manufacturers' innovations. Our varifocal of choice is the Essilor X-clusive 4d, a completely tailored personalised lens requiring additional measurements for personalised vision. We also offer Eyezen lenses, a range of eye protection lenses designed for those who live a connected life.
Blue Light Protection
We recommend Essilor Crizal prevencia, providing protection against harmful blue light whilst still giving all the benefits of Essilor's other leading anti-reflection coating. Prevencia lenses block a significant proportion of visible violet light, reducing retinal cell death by around 25%. Crizal lenses maximize protection against UV from the front and back surface of the lens, ensuring the maximum clarity of vision.
Specialist Lenses
We offer a wide range of specialist lenses, including amazing mirror finishes, occupational lenses, safety eyewear, and many more tailored options. Our experienced staff will provide a personalised recommendation based on your specific requirements.
Children's Eyewear
We have over 15 years of experience in helping children with their eyewear needs. We have a large selection of children's eyewear from multiple designers at a wide range of prices. Our state-of-the-art technology ensures the right look and fit for your child.
Appointment Request
To book an appointment, simply fill out the appointment request form on our website, and we will aim to get back to you within 24 hours. You can also reach us on 01202 555649 during our opening hours.
Opening Hours
Monday - 10.00 - 17.00
Tuesday - 10.00 - 17.00
Wednesday - Closed
Thursday - 10.00 - 17.00
Friday - 10.00 - 17.00
Saturday - 10.00 - 17.00
Sunday - Closed
Excellent Customer Service
The reviewers were extremely impressed with the customer service at Barnabys Opticians. The staff were described as "helpful, " "knowledgeable, " "friendly, " and "patient." They went above and beyond to ensure customers found the perfect glasses, and their expertise was second to none.
Wide Range of Designer Eyewear
The selection of glasses at Barnabys was praised for its uniqueness and variety. Reviewers mentioned that they couldn't find certain brands elsewhere and that the shop catered to both adults and children.
Personal and Cosy Atmosphere
The shop's atmosphere was described as "cosy" and "welcoming." The family-run business provided a personal touch, making customers feel at ease during their visit.
High-Quality Products and Services
The quality of the lenses and frames was praised for being worth the investment. The eye test was thorough, and the shop used top-of-the-range equipment. Customers were highly satisfied with their overall experience.
Child-Friendly Optician
One reviewer praised the shop for being the most child-friendly optician they had ever experienced, making it an excellent choice for families.

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