Business Details
41 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Optometrist in Stone, Staffordshire
Established in 1985, Peter Bowers Opticians has built a reputation for clinical excellence and personalised care in Stone, Staffordshire. Our team of qualified professionals, including experienced optometrists and dispensing opticians, specialises in comprehensive eye examinations, advanced diagnostic technology, and tailored eyewear solutions. With over 30 years of local service, we combine cutting-edge equipment like OCT and Optomap with a commitment to community engagement, ensuring accessible, high-quality optical and hearing care for all ages. Our dedication to innovation is evident in our adoption of technologies such as Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses and myopia management solutions, while our partnerships with leading brands guarantee access to premium products.We prioritise patient education, offering clear explanations of eye health findings and treatment options, and maintain flexible services including home visits and wheelchair accessibility. As a family-founded practice, we uphold values of trust and transparency, providing transparent pricing, NHS-funded examinations, and aftercare support. Our accolades include sponsorship of local sports teams, reflecting our deep-rooted commitment to the Stone community. By integrating advanced diagnostics with a personal touch, we ensure every patient receives care that aligns with their lifestyle and visual needs.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lenses
Hearing Care
Children's Eyecare
Designer Eyewear
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of local optical expertise and clinical excellence.
- Our team uses advanced diagnostic technology like OCT and Optomap.
- Personalised eyewear consultations ensure tailored solutions for every lifestyle.
- We provide NHS-funded eye examinations and hearing care services.
- Community-focused practice with wheelchair accessibility and home visits.
What people say
Expert eye examinations
Friendly team
Stylish glasses selection
Advanced technology
Excellent aftercare
Services
Eye Examinations
Our comprehensive eye examinations use advanced technology like OCT and Optomap to assess vision and eye health. The process includes detailed testing for prescription accuracy and early detection of conditions such as glaucoma or macular degeneration. Patients receive clear explanations of results and tailored recommendations for corrective lenses or further care.
Contact Lenses
We offer a full range of contact lenses, including daily disposables, toric, and myopia control options. Our optometrists provide fittings and trials to ensure comfort and suitability, with ongoing support for cleaning and maintenance. Brands include Bausch + Lomb, CooperVision, and Alcon.
Hearing Care
Our hearing care includes diagnostic tests, wax removal, and hearing aid fittings using Starkey Genesis AI technology. We offer tinnitus management and home visits, with devices featuring AI-driven sound optimisation and fall detection. All purchases include 5-year warranties and free aftercare.
Children's Eyecare
Specialised eye exams for children from infancy, including myopia management with Essilor Stellest lenses. We provide NHS-covered sight tests and child-friendly frame selections, ensuring early detection of vision issues to support developmental needs in a welcoming environment.
Designer Eyewear
We stock exclusive designer brands like Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Prada, offering lightweight and rimless frames tailored to individual style. Our dispensing opticians provide styling consultations to match facial features with durable, high-quality materials for both prescription and sunglasses.
People
Alison Woodcock
Director & Dispensing Optician
With nearly 30 years at Peter Bowers, Alison specialises in personalised eyewear solutions. She leads optical dispensing, ensuring patients receive frames that combine style with functional precision for optimal visual performance.
Kelly Mayers
Optometrist Director
Kelly provides expert eye health assessments, focusing on clinical excellence. Her qualifications include a BSc in Optometry and independent prescribing rights, ensuring comprehensive care for complex visual needs.
Georgina Priestley-Holmes
Optometrist Director
Georgina delivers tailored eye examinations, leveraging advanced diagnostic tools. She plays a key role in training and community outreach, maintaining the practice's reputation for accessible, high-standard optometric care.
Questions
Do you offer NHS-funded eye examinations?
Yes, we provide NHS-covered sight tests for eligible patients, including children under 16 and full-time students up to age 19.
What hearing aid brands do you stock?
We offer Starkey Genesis AI and Beltone hearing aids, featuring AI-driven sound optimisation, waterproof designs, and fall detection technology.
Can I try smart glasses like Ray-Ban Meta?
Yes, we have Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses available for in-store trials, combining iconic design with hands-free photo/video functionality.
Do you provide children's eyewear?
We have child-friendly frames covered by NHS vouchers, with options for myopia management lenses and durable designs suitable for active lifestyles.
Are home visits available for eye tests?
Yes, we offer home visits for patients unable to visit our practice, ensuring access to comprehensive eye examinations and follow-up care.
