Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Opticians in Gloucestershire Since 1962
Established in 1962, David Kear Opticians has dedicated over six decades to prioritising patient care through clinical expertise and tailored optical solutions. Our practice, founded in Bream, has expanded to three locations in Gloucestershire's Forest of Dean, serving both NHS and private patients. We eliminate sales targets and manufacturer ties, ensuring unbiased advice on spectacles, contact lenses, and advanced lens technologies. Our clinicians utilise modern computer-controlled Thomson sight test charts for precise examinations adaptable to diverse needs, including children and individuals with learning difficulties or dementia.At Lydney, we offer hospital-grade instrumentation for extended assessments, complemented by colorimetry services across all practices to address reading difficulties and visual stress. Registered with Primary Eyecare Gloucestershire, we provide enhanced services for cataract, glaucoma, and paediatric examinations, supported by ABDO-qualified dispensing opticians. Our commitment to accessibility, technical excellence, and community-focused care has sustained patient relationships for generations.
Services
Eye Examinations
Spectacle Dispensing
Contact Lens Fitting
Urgent Eye Care
Hearing Tests
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- Over 60 years of independent optician experience
- No sales targets or manufacturer restrictions
- Modern computer-controlled sight test technology
- Hospital-grade diagnostic equipment at Lydney location
- ABDO-qualified dispensing opticians in all practices
Associations and certifications
- Primary Eyecare Gloucestershire (PEG)
- Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO)
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
We conduct thorough eye examinations for all ages using advanced computer-controlled Thomson charts. Our tests accommodate special needs including dyslexia and dementia, with extended assessments available at Lydney's hospital-standard facility. NHS and private patients receive equal attention to detail.
Spectacle Dispensing
Our qualified ABDO dispensing opticians provide impartial advice on frames and lenses. We offer economy and designer options with in-house glazing and repairs. No manufacturer ties ensure unbiased recommendations tailored to individual visual requirements and budgets.
Contact Lens Fitting
Personalised contact lens fittings include soft and rigid gas permeable varieties. We provide initial fittings and ongoing aftercare, with no sales pressure. Our clinicians specialise in complex cases and maintain registration with Primary Eyecare Gloucestershire for enhanced services.
Urgent Eye Care
Registered with Primary Eyecare Gloucestershire, we offer urgent examinations for acute visual issues. Our optometrists handle emergency cases requiring immediate attention, with access to specialist equipment at Lydney for complex assessments and referrals.
Hearing Tests
Scott Wroe, qualified audiologist and Fellow of the British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists, provides independent hearing assessments. Services include unbiased hearing aid advice and earwax removal using microsuction techniques, available at Cinderford on Thursday mornings.
People
David Kear
Founder
Established the practice in 1962, pioneering patient-focused optometry in the Forest of Dean. His legacy continues through our commitment to clinical excellence and community care.
Scott Wroe
Hearing Aid Audiologist
Second-generation practitioner qualified in 1998, specialising in hearing assessments and earwax removal. Fellow of the British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists, providing independent advice at Cinderford.
Questions
How do I book an eye test?
Use our online booking system for Cinderford, Coleford, or Lydney locations. Alternatively, contact your preferred branch directly using the phone numbers provided.
Do you accept NHS eye tests?
Yes, we welcome NHS patients at all locations. Our services include NHS eye examinations with access to necessary follow-up care and equipment.
What makes you different from high street chains?
We have no sales targets or manufacturer ties. Our clinicians focus solely on patient needs, with ABDO-qualified dispensing opticians ensuring expert, unbiased advice.
Do you offer specialist eye examinations?
Yes, Lydney has hospital-grade instrumentation for extended assessments. We also provide colorimetry services using Cerium Colorimeters and Thomson ReadEZ software for visual stress issues.
Are hearing tests available?
Yes, Scott Wroe provides independent hearing assessments and earwax removal at Cinderford on Thursday mornings, with unbiased hearing aid recommendations.
Reviews (4)
Leo Fredrickson
Sep 18, 2023
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Very good service and amazing eye testing. Very friendly and overall amazing. Would definetlely come again
Emma May
May 20, 2021
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This optitians helped my son when he had problems that needed opthalmology support at the hospital when the gp would not listen to my concerns for this I am eternally grateful 4 operations later he has full vision back thank you so much David Kear
Lyn Wall
Dec 29, 2016
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Excellent service and really friendly helpful staff. Both myself and my partner are really pleased with the glasses recently purchased. Always a good thorough eye test from the opticians and a speedy service when ordering new glasses. We both recommend David Kears.a really friendly professional opticians service.
Jonathan Few
Apr 14, 2015
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My father recently went to hospital for cataract surgery. During treatment the surgeon noticed he had a long term retinal tear which should have been noticed during a regular eye examination. In fact, he was appalled that it wasn't noticed. He had to carry out emergency surgery to prevent detached retina. I will be reporting this optician to it's governing body
