Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Independent Opticians in St Helens
Established in 1958, Howards Opticians is a family-run independent practice in St Helens dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and professional eyecare services. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our provision of high-quality eye examinations, ensuring both vision and ocular health are thoroughly assessed. We offer a comprehensive selection of spectacle frames, lenses, and contact lenses from leading manufacturers, tailored to meet diverse style and budgetary needs. Our team prioritises personalised service, taking time to understand individual optical requirements and providing expert advice. With decades of experience, we combine traditional values with modern technology, including advanced OCT scans for detailed eye health analysis.Our independent status allows us to maintain flexibility in sourcing the latest eyewear trends while upholding rigorous professional standards. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term patient relationships through consistent reliability, technical expertise, and a welcoming environment. Our reputation for knowledgeable, attentive service has been built through generations of satisfied customers. We actively invest in maintaining cutting-edge equipment and staff training to ensure optimal outcomes for every client. This enduring dedication to both community and innovation continues to define our practice today.
Services
Eye Examinations
Designer Frames
Contact Lenses
Sunglasses
Lens Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We have 65 years of experience in independent eyecare
- Our team provides personalised consultations with expert optical knowledge
- We offer advanced OCT scanning technology for detailed eye health checks
- We stock premium brands including Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Michael Kors
- Our free style sessions help you find perfect eyewear without purchase obligation
What people say
Excellent service
Friendly staff
Knowledgeable assistance
Premium brands available
Personalised attention
Services
Eye Examinations
Comprehensive eye examinations assess both vision and ocular health using modern diagnostic equipment. Our optometrists check for visual acuity, colour vision, and 3D vision while screening for potential eye diseases. The examination includes advanced OCT scanning for detailed retinal imaging, helping detect conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration at early stages.
Designer Frames
We offer an extensive collection of designer frames for adults and children from prestigious brands including Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Michael Kors. Our selection caters to diverse tastes with options ranging from classic to contemporary styles. Customers can special order alternative colours or sizes, with access to the latest seasonal collections through our industry partnerships.
Contact Lenses
Our contact lens services include fittings, supply, and aftercare for various prescriptions. We provide daily disposables, monthly lenses, and rigid gas permeable options from leading manufacturers. The service includes specialist advice on lens selection for optimal comfort and vision, with access to Acuvue's multifocal lenses for reduced spectacle dependency.
Sunglasses
We supply prescription and non-prescription sunglasses featuring UV protection from designer brands like Polo Ralph Lauren and Jimmy Choo. Our collection includes single vision, bifocal, and varifocal lens options with customisable tints. The sunglasses combine fashion with ocular health protection against harmful UV radiation.
Lens Solutions
Our lens care range includes multipurpose solutions, peroxide systems, and specialised cleaning products for both soft and rigid contact lenses. We stock brands like Bausch & Lomb alongside dry eye treatments including Hycosan drops and soothing eyemasks. Nutritional supplements for macular health are also available.
Questions
What eyecare services do you provide?
We offer comprehensive eye examinations, OCT scans, contact lens fittings, designer eyewear, and specialist lens solutions tailored to individual prescriptions.
Do you offer emergency eye care?
For urgent eye issues outside our opening hours, we recommend visiting primaryeyecare.co.uk or contacting NHS111 for immediate professional advice.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept payments through gift cards and standard payment methods for our eyecare products and services.
Are your opticians qualified?
Our team consists of fully qualified optometrists and experienced optical professionals providing expert eyecare since 1958.
Do you stock children's eyewear?
We have a wide selection of children's frames including Moshi Monsters and Frozen designs with specialist lens options for young wearers.
