Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Opticians in Nottingham
Established in 1977, AC Allan Opticians is a family-run business serving the Sherwood community with comprehensive optical care. Our team, led by owner Alex Allan and his daughter Lucy Wilson, combines over 80 years of collective experience to deliver personalized eyecare solutions. We specialize in eye examinations, prescription glasses, contact lenses, and specialist children's eyecare, supported by advanced diagnostic technology like OCT scanning. Registered with the General Optical Council and members of the Association of British Dispensing Opticians, we maintain the highest professional standards.Our commitment to quality extends to our extensive range of designer eyewear and on-site repair services. We offer flexible appointment options, including home visits for those unable to visit our practice. With a focus on building lasting relationships, we prioritize patient comfort and long-term eye health. Our team's expertise ensures accurate prescriptions and tailored advice for every customer. We pride ourselves on combining traditional values with modern techniques to provide exceptional service. This dedication has made us a trusted choice for generations of local families.
Services
Eye examinations
Prescription glasses
Contact lenses
Retinal photography
Home visit service
OCT scanner
Lens consultancy
Repairs
NHS eye exams
Children's eyecare
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 45+ years of local expertise
- Personalized service tailored to individual eyecare needs
- Home visit service for patients unable to visit the practice
- Registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) for quality assurance
- Specialist children's eyecare from experienced dispensing opticians
Associations and certifications
- General Optical Council (GOC)
- Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO)
What people say
Supporting small independents
Service and whole experience
Ten fold what you get in specsavers
Services
Eye examinations
We provide comprehensive NHS and private eye examinations for all ages using advanced diagnostic technology. Our optometrists check vision quality, detect eye conditions, and identify general health issues through detailed assessments. Regular tests help maintain optimal eye health and update prescriptions.
Prescription glasses
Our qualified dispensing opticians help select from a wide range of designer frames and lenses tailored to your prescription and lifestyle. We offer single vision, multifocal, and progressive lenses with expert fitting and adjustments for maximum comfort.
Contact lenses
We supply soft, rigid gas permeable, and multifocal contact lenses with professional fitting services. Our team provides ongoing aftercare, direct debit options, and guidance on proper lens handling and hygiene for safe, comfortable wear.
Home visit service
For patients unable to visit our practice, we offer home eye examinations and eyewear adjustments. Our mobile service maintains the same high standards of care with portable diagnostic equipment and on-site prescription processing.
Children's eyecare
Specialist children's eye examinations from age 10 months using age-appropriate testing methods. We monitor visual development, prescribe corrective lenses, and address common issues like lazy eye through early intervention techniques tailored for young patients.
People
Alex Allan
Owner & Qualified Dispensing Optician
With over 40 years' experience, Alex leads our practice as a Fellow of the British Dispensing Opticians. He specializes in precision lens fitting and patient care, maintaining high professional standards through continuous development.
Lucy Wilson
Dispensing Optician
Alex's daughter Lucy brings modern expertise as a qualified dispensing optician. She focuses on helping customers choose frames and ensures perfect fit adjustments, combining technical skill with friendly service.
Kelly Baxter
Reception Manager
Kelly manages appointments and clinic operations with over 15 years' experience in optical practices. She assists customers with frame selection and coordinates our home visit scheduling efficiently.
Jo Hovell
Customer Service
Jo provides front-of-house support with a focus on patient comfort. She maintains our appointment systems and helps customers explore eyewear options with extensive product knowledge.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide eye examinations, prescription glasses, contact lenses, retinal photography, home visits, children's eyecare, and on-site repairs using advanced diagnostic equipment.
Are you registered with professional bodies?
Yes, we're registered with the General Optical Council and members of the Association of British Dispensing Opticians, ensuring high professional standards.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide domiciliary eye examinations and eyewear adjustments for patients unable to visit our practice in Sherwood.
How long have you been in business?
We've served the Nottingham community since 1977, making us one of the area's longest-established independent opticians.
Do you have children's eyecare specialists?
Yes, we offer specialist children's eye examinations from age 10 months with experienced dispensing opticians using child-friendly techniques.
