Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Opticians in Castleford Since 1919
Established in 1919, Moorhouse Opticians has been a family-run business dedicated to providing exceptional eyecare services. Our team of qualified optometrists and dispensing professionals prioritises comprehensive eye examinations, utilising advanced technology such as OCT scans to ensure precise diagnoses. We offer a wide selection of spectacles, from budget-friendly to designer brands, alongside specialist services including children's eyecare, contact lens fittings, and emergency appointments through the NHS MECS scheme. Our ethos of 'Friendly, Personal, and Professional' service remains unchanged, with a commitment to community care evident in our 100-year heritage.We operate multiple branches across West Yorkshire, combining traditional values with modern diagnostic techniques. Our staff receive regular training to maintain expertise in optical advancements while preserving the personalised attention that defines our practice. We actively participate in NHS-funded initiatives and invest in ongoing professional development for all team members. Our workshops provide same-day repair services, and we offer tailored frame styling advice to suit individual needs. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our thorough examinations, attentive service, and ability to detect previously undiagnosed vision issues.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lenses
Children's Eyecare
Personal Frame Styling
OCT Scans
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- We have been family-run opticians since 1919
- Our optometrists perform comprehensive eye exams with advanced technology
- We participate in NHS emergency eyecare schemes
- Our dispensing team offers expert frame styling advice
- We provide same-day spectacle repairs at selected branches
What people say
Excellent service
Thorough examinations
Friendly staff
Attentive care
Efficient emergency treatment
Services
Eye Examinations
Our comprehensive eye examinations take longer than standard high street optician appointments, using advanced techniques to assess both vision quality and eye health. Qualified optometrists perform all aspects of the test, with extended consultation time ensuring thorough explanations of results and recommendations. We offer OCT scanning at selected branches for detailed retinal imaging.
Children's Eyecare
Specialist children's eye examinations detect vision problems that could affect learning and development. We use age-appropriate testing methods for young children, including computerised picture charts, and provide NHS-funded examinations for under-16s. Our staff identify early signs of conditions like strabismus and offer spectacle frames designed for children's comfort and durability.
OCT Scans
Ocular Coherence Tomography provides 3D imaging of the retina to detect conditions like macular degeneration and glaucoma. This non-invasive scan creates cross-sectional views of eye structures, enabling early diagnosis of potentially serious conditions. The technology automatically tracks changes between examinations for ongoing eye health monitoring.
Personal Frame Styling
Our qualified dispensing opticians provide expert advice on selecting spectacles that complement facial features and lifestyle needs. We offer extensive frame ranges from budget to designer brands, with options in various materials, sizes, and colours. The team ensures proper fit and comfort while considering individual style preferences.
Emergency Appointments
We provide urgent eyecare through the NHS Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS) for acute issues like red eyes and sudden vision changes. Qualified optometrists assess and treat minor conditions, with private appointments available where NHS funding doesn't apply. Emergency consultations ensure timely diagnosis of potentially serious eye problems.
People
William Edward Moorhouse
Founder
Established Moorhouse Opticians in 1919 after training at Manchester College of Technology and serving in the army. Developed the business's founding ethos of 'Friendly, Personal, and Professional' service that continues today.
David Moorhouse
Director
Qualified in 1950 after military service in Korea, joining the family business in 1951. Played key role in forming Moorhouse Opticians Limited in 1950 and expanding the practice network across West Yorkshire.
Tony Critchley
Director
Qualified optometrist who joined the business in 1947. Instrumental in establishing multiple branches including Pontefract and Normanton. Supervised numerous optical students during his career spanning several decades.
Mark Moorhouse
Optometrist
Joined the company in 1976 as dispensing optician before qualifying in 1982. Part of the third generation of family involvement, continuing the tradition of professional excellence and community-focused eyecare.
Richard Puttrell
Co-Director
Started pre-registration training at Castleford under David Moorhouse. Became co-director of Moorhouse Opticians Northern in 1975, contributing to the expansion that grew the practice network to eight locations.
Questions
Are eye examinations free?
Children under 16 and those under 19 in full-time education receive free NHS eye tests. Some adults may also qualify for NHS-funded examinations based on specific criteria.
Do you offer emergency eyecare appointments?
Yes, we participate in the NHS Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS) for urgent issues. Private appointments are available where NHS funding doesn't apply.
Can you help with children's spectacle fittings?
Our staff specialises in children's eyecare, offering durable frames with sprung hinges and soft nose pads. We use age-appropriate testing methods for accurate vision assessments.
Do you provide OCT scan technology?
Advanced OCT scanning is available at selected branches for detailed retinal imaging, aiding early detection of conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration.
How long have you served the local community?
We've provided continuous eyecare services since 1919, making us one of the longest-established businesses in Castleford with six generations of local service.
Can I get same-day spectacle repairs?
Many minor repairs are completed the same day at our workshop-equipped branches, with emergency adjustments available during regular business hours.
