Choosing between glasses or contact lenses is one of the most common questions we hear at our opticians in Bidford-on-Avon. Both offer clear, comfortable vision, but the right choice depends on your daily routine, your prescription and your personal preference. As an independently-run family practice, we take time to understand how you use your eyes at work, at home and for the activities you enjoy.
There is no one size fits all answer, which is why every recommendation we make starts with a thorough eye examination. We invest in the latest optical technology, including OCT and Optomap imaging, so we can check the health of your eyes as well as your glasses prescription.
Prescription glasses are simple to use and easy to look after. You put them on in the morning, take them off at night, and nothing touches your eyes. For many people, frames are also a great way to express their personal style.
Our glasses frames collection includes lightweight minimalist designs, bold colourful styles and sustainable eyewear, with brands such as Tom Ford, William Morris and ProDesign Denmark. If you are browsing mens or ladies prescription glasses frames or want something more understated, our dispensing team will help you find a pair that suits your face shape.
It can be tempting to order prescription glasses online, but a proper fitting makes a real difference to comfort. Every pair of prescription spectacles we supply is precisely fitted and checked by our team, and we do not charge for adjustments to glasses we have supplied.
Contact lenses give you a wider, more natural field of vision without frames. They stay in place when you are active, making them ideal for sport, exercise and travel.
Daily contact lenses are worn once and then disposed of, so there is no cleaning or storage involved. They are ideal for occasional wear and anyone wanting a low-maintenance option.
Monthly contact lenses can be worn for up to one month with a daily cleaning routine, so you will need a supply of contact lenses and solution at home. For regular wearers, they are often the more cost-effective choice.
Searching for cheap contact lenses online may seem convenient, but prescription contact lenses should always be fitted carefully for comfort and eye health. During your appointment, we provide trial lenses and show you how to put in contact lenses and how to remove contact lenses safely, at your own pace. Regular contact lens aftercare then keeps your eyes healthy.
Yes, and many people switch between them depending on the situation. Our opticians in Bidford-on-Avon are happy to advise on a combination that works for you.
Still weighing up glasses or contact lenses? We welcome patients across Warwickshire and Worcestershire, including Stratford-upon-Avon and Alcester, to our practice on the High Street in Bidford-on-Avon. Book your eye examination online or call us on 01789 549 409, and we will help you find the vision solution that suits your life.
The cost depends on the type of lens and how often you wear them. When you buy contact lenses through our Contact Lens Care Package, you pay a monthly fee by direct debit. This includes your annual eye examination, aftercare checks and optional free home delivery. Visit our fees and charges page for full details.
Yes, most people can wear contact lenses comfortably. As part of your fitting, we carry out a suitability assessment and can recommend soft, gas permeable or multifocal lenses to suit your prescription.
Yes, you will need to have had a sight test or eye examination within the last 12 months and hold a valid spectacle prescription.
