Independent eyecare in Worcester, centred around you
At Actons Opticians, eyecare is about more than checking whether you need new glasses. From our independent practice in Worcester city centre, we take time to understand your vision, eye health, symptoms, lifestyle and any concerns you may have.
Our resident optometrist, Victoria Merrett, provides careful, personalised advice and explains the results of your examination in plain English. Whether you need a routine eye examination, advice for your child, advanced OCT imaging or help with a recent eye concern, the pages below will guide you to the right service.
Where should I start?
- For a routine sight check, changed prescription or general vision concern, start with our Eye Examinations page.
- For a sudden or recent eye problem such as new flashes or floaters, pain, injury or a rapid change in sight, read our Urgent Eyecare guidance.
- If you want to understand detailed retinal and optic-nerve imaging, visit our OCT Eye Scans page.
- For an overview of glaucoma, AMD, cataract, diabetic eye disease and other common conditions, visit our Common Eye Conditions guide.
Eye examinations
Regular eye examinations help check both your vision and the health of your eyes. Actons offers private and NHS eye examinations for eligible patients, with time to discuss symptoms, changes in vision and any questions you may have.
Children’s eyecare
Children do not always realise that their vision is blurred, particularly when one eye sees better than the other. We provide calm, age-appropriate examinations and explain the findings clearly to both children and parents.
Actons dispenses a large number of children’s prescriptions issued by hospital eye departments, so we are experienced in helping families choose suitable lenses and frames for more complex prescriptions. We also offer Tomato Glasses, which are lightweight, highly adjustable and designed to fit young children securely and comfortably.
OCT eye scans
Optical Coherence Tomography, usually called OCT, creates detailed cross-sectional images of the retina and optic nerve. It can help Victoria examine structures beneath the surface of the eye and compare changes over time.
OCT is an optional additional scan and does not replace a full eye examination. Any additional fee will be explained before you decide.
Urgent eyecare
Some eye symptoms need prompt attention. These may include sudden loss of vision, new flashes or floaters, eye pain, injury, a very red eye or a rapid change in sight.
Actons is an accredited provider of the NHS Community Urgent Eyecare Service in Worcestershire. Please telephone us first so we can discuss your symptoms, assess whether the problem is suitable for the service and check whether we have an appropriate appointment available within the required timeframe.
NHS eye examination eligibility
You may qualify for an NHS-funded sight test because of your age, health, benefits or other circumstances. Evidence may be needed when you attend.
Common eye conditions
Our Common Eye Conditions guide gives an overview of glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataract, diabetic eye disease, retinal tears and detachments, dry eye and several other conditions. It also explains how routine eye examinations and OCT imaging can help identify or monitor relevant changes.
Eye health advice
Our practical guides explain common eye and vision concerns in more detail, including cataracts, astigmatism, long-sightedness, short-sightedness and presbyopia, children’s eye health, and flashes and floaters.
Which eyecare service do I need?
| What do you need help with? | Click for more information |
|---|---|
| Routine sight check, changed prescription, headaches or general vision concerns | Eye Examinations |
| Eye test, glasses or visual concerns for a child | Children’s Eyecare |
| Understanding glaucoma, AMD, cataract, diabetic eye disease or other common eye conditions | Common Eye Conditions |
| Detailed retinal or optic-nerve imaging | OCT Eye Scans |
| Recent flashes, floaters, red eye, pain, injury or sudden change in sight | Urgent Eyecare |
| Checking whether an NHS sight test may be free | NHS Eligibility |
If you are unsure, contact the practice and explain what has changed. The team will help direct you appropriately.
Related services: Eye Examinations · Common Eye Conditions · Children’s Eyecare · OCT Eye Scans · Urgent Eyecare
Would you like to arrange an appointment?
Contact Actons Opticians to arrange an appointment or ask which eyecare service may be most suitable.