Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Opticians in Jarrow
Established over 25 years ago, J S Lowry Eyecare is a family-oriented independent optician practice serving Jarrow and surrounding areas. Our team, with over 50 years of combined experience in the optical industry, prioritises tailored patient care, recognising the unique needs of every individual. We offer comprehensive eye examinations, contact lens fittings, and hearing assessments, supported by advanced technology including complimentary fundus photography for detailed retinal analysis. Our in-house manufacturing laboratory ensures rapid production of varifocals, bifocals, and high-prescription lenses, while our exclusive frame ranges cater to diverse styles and budgets. We combine cutting-edge lens technology with a commitment to understanding patients' lifestyles, ensuring optimal visual solutions. Our ground-floor facility includes wheelchair access and a dedicated team focused on professional, personalised service. With flexible appointment options and a focus on community healthcare, we aim to be your trusted partner for lifelong eye and hearing health.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lens Fittings
Varifocal Lenses
Myopia Management
Hearing Assessments
Wax Removal
Frame Selection
Lens Replacement
Children's Eyecare
Fundus Photography
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years collective experience in optical care
- In-house manufacturing lab for rapid lens production
- Complimentary fundus photography for detailed eye health analysis
- Exclusive frame ranges for diverse style preferences
- Personalised consultations considering individual lifestyle needs
Payment methods
- Cash
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
Services
Eye Examinations
Comprehensive eye health assessments using advanced diagnostic equipment. Our optometrists conduct detailed vision analysis, intraocular pressure testing, and retinal imaging to detect early signs of eye conditions. The 30-minute examination includes personalised recommendations for vision correction and eye health management.
Contact Lens Fittings
Customised contact lens consultations with trial fittings. We offer daily disposables, monthly and two-weekly replacement lenses, including varifocal options. Our specialists ensure optimal lens selection based on your vision needs, lifestyle, and eye health requirements.
Hearing Assessments
Professional audiological evaluations using state-of-the-art equipment. Our audiologist conducts comprehensive hearing tests to identify hearing loss patterns and recommends appropriate solutions, including discreet hearing aids and wax removal treatments.
Fundus Photography
Complimentary digital retinal imaging service for detailed eye health analysis. This non-invasive procedure captures high-resolution images of the retina, optic nerve and blood vessels to monitor eye health and detect conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration.
Myopia Management
Specialised programmes for controlling short-sightedness progression in children. Using advanced lens technology and regular monitoring, we offer tailored solutions to slow myopia development while ensuring clear, comfortable vision for young patients.
People
Margaret
Practice Manager
With over 25 years in optical care, Margaret oversees daily operations ensuring seamless patient experiences while maintaining clinical excellence standards across all services.
Hasnain
Optometrist
Experienced optometrist specialising in comprehensive eye exams and contact lens fittings. Provides expert vision care with particular focus on paediatric and complex prescription requirements.
James
Audiologist
Qualified hearing care specialist offering audiological assessments and hearing aid solutions. Expert in wax removal techniques and management of age-related hearing loss conditions.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide eye examinations, contact lens fittings, hearing assessments, wax removal, and sell prescription glasses and hearing aids. Our in-house lab offers rapid lens replacement services.
Do you cater for children's eyecare?
Yes, we have a dedicated children's eyewear range and offer free NHS eye examinations for under-16s with tailored frame selections and myopia management programmes.
Can I get same-day lens replacements?
Our on-site manufacturing facility typically provides varifocals and bifocals within 24 hours, with high prescription single vision lenses available even quicker.
Do you offer hearing aid trials?
Yes, we provide hearing aid demonstration kits for home trials and offer follow-up adjustments to ensure optimal performance and comfort.
Are eye tests available on Saturdays?
Yes, we offer Saturday appointments from 9am to 4pm for eye examinations and urgent eyewear repairs or adjustments.
Reviews (16)
Denise Buckley
Mar 22, 2025
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Prompt appointment, thorough eye check and a great price for two pairs of glasses. Staff were lovely and friendly and glasses arrived within a couple of days. Overall a very good customer experience!
Jon Watson
Feb 01, 2025
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I have been a customer here for 4 years now and every time I have needed visit the store the level of service has been exceptional. From my experience, they are the best opticians in the area. I needed new contact lenses and the team were painstakingly professional in making sure I got the absolute correct fit. Now I have the lenses, it feels like my eyesight has returned to the standard it was in my twenties, and as an old man in my 50s Im delighted with the results.
Alison Slowther
Jan 03, 2025
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Ive just been for my first visit to JS Lowry. The service was exceptional from start to finish. They are very welcoming and excellent at advising if you need their help when choosing frames. I would definitely recommend them!
Davy Charlton
Sep 25, 2024
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I have used Lowry for at least 30 years now, and would not go anywhere else. Staff are brilliant and very helpful all their glasses are good quality. They are very good for their deal, I got buy one pair and get another pair half price.
J. W.
May 28, 2022
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As a first time customer I have been very impressed with the care and customer service at every stage. Good website, easy to see availability and book appointment. I was kept updated by email and texts. Everyone was friendly, helpful and professional at all times, and as someone with limited mobility, they provided good accessibility and personal support. Lovely family atmosphere with an extensive selection of products. Very happy with my choice, fitting and aftercare. I will definitely be a returning customer.
Bill Cooper
May 24, 2022
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First time at this Opticians and after having my eyes tested, choosing my frames, I had my new Spectacles within 3 days. Great service and great staff.
Maria Krywko
May 23, 2022
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Used this opticians for many years. The service gets better every year. Staff are really friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend this practice.
Karen FitzPatrick
May 22, 2022
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Recent eye exam and purchase of glasses as my prescription had changed. Really professional eye exam, optician was happy to answer all my geeky questions about why my sight may be deteriorating (even if I didn't like that the answer was age related haha) and expert advice given. The ladies who supported me afterwards in choosing my glasses and lenses were so friendly and approachable and spent a great deal of time with me, making sure the frames suited my face and left me feeling very well looked after.
There was a promotion on the lenses I chose, which they explained and applied straight away without me having to ask for it. Glasses arrived in good time (9 days) and I got an appointment the same day for fitting and collection. All in all, a wonderful and stress free experience. I will absolutely be continuing my care with JSLowry in Jarrow and look forward to my next visit. Thank you all!
There was a promotion on the lenses I chose, which they explained and applied straight away without me having to ask for it. Glasses arrived in good time (9 days) and I got an appointment the same day for fitting and collection. All in all, a wonderful and stress free experience. I will absolutely be continuing my care with JSLowry in Jarrow and look forward to my next visit. Thank you all!
Tear & Destiny Sparkle
May 16, 2022
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Friendly and reliable service professional and always happy to help I have a huge amount of trust in this practice and its staff they provide a lot of experience and expertise in the field fantastic customer service throughout the whole journey.
Les Fisher
May 09, 2022
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Very polite. Kind. Respect ful and helpful. Service was amazing. Would recommend. J.s eyecare to anybody. Thanks will definitely come back to your services
Patricia Conway
Apr 12, 2022
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We are extremely grateful for the service we received. Your staff are absolutely fabulous and their sense of humour is an asset. They put you at ease right from thr off. Thank you so much. Trish and Judith AKA The Smirnoff Sisters.
Robert Humphrey
Apr 06, 2022
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My wife and I have been going to J S Lowry for many years and have always found the staff to be very friendly, helpful and professional. They always make you feel very welcome and valued as a customer.
Philip McLeod
Mar 06, 2022
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Wonderful service, friendly and open staff, expert advice and very reasonable prices. What's not to like? Really pleased I found this optician - highly recommended! Thank you
Nicola Ord
Jan 14, 2022
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Very impressed with the service received recently after taking my children for their eye tests. We were made to feel very welcome on arrival and the children were put at ease immediately, with staff taking great care to explain the equipment and what was expected during the test. They can't wait to come back again!
Terri Wilson
Dec 13, 2019
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Highly recommend this optician - excellent eye test by Matthew who explained every procedure thoroughly and personal service by the lovely reception ladies. There was no pressure when it came to selecting frames and the total costs were discounted. We will certainly be returning to this optician in the future.
Johann Evans
Oct 17, 2019
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Fantastic Opticians, great selection of frames and lovely, friendly and helpful staff. 100% Recommended.