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Haverhill

Friendly, independent eyecare in the heart of

Haverhill

About

Haverhill

Observatory the Opticians

Haverhill opticians in Suffolk.

We were thrilled to be named runner up for the UK’s best Family Optician award at the prestigious Optician Awards in 2020. In addition:

  • Optometrist Joanna was a finalist at the same awards for Optometrist of the Year in 2017;
  • We were a finalist at the EADT Business Awards for Customer Care in 2016;
  • We won the EADT Business Award for our Community Involvement in 2017.

We are a locally owned and independent opticians. This means that we are not tied to any specific brands. We attend optical trade shows and choose the brands we love the most, and that we hope you will also love. Our eye tests are relaxed so you have lots of time to ask questions.

We can offer you expert advice in a relaxed, safe environment. We stock a large variety of frames at affordable prices. If you are looking for a friendly, independent opticians in Haverhill that takes customer service seriously, we would be very happy to help you.

Meet The Team

Meet the Team at

Haverhill

Observatory the Opticians

Joanna

Senior Optometrist
BSc (Hons), MCOptom

Joanna, who has been with us since 2008, provides her patients with an outstanding service and customer experience. Joanna is always keen to increase her optical knowledge and pass this on to her patients.

Emma

Practice Manager
Director & Dispensing Optician
FBDO

Emma has been with us since leaving school in 2002. She has developed her skills in both optics and business, providing a knowledgeable, professional and highly personal experience to her customers.

Lucy

Dispensing Assistant

Lucy joined us in 2019, having working in optics for four years. She always gives service with a smile, and has a real passion for frames. This, coupled with her extensive lens knowledge and professionalism, means every customer gets the very best eyewear for their needs.

Aimee

Audiologist

Aimee studied Behavioural Science at Flinders University in South Australia before undertaking a Masters in Audiology. Following her qualification, she then worked as an Audiologist in Queensland for three years before moving to the UK. It was after her move that Aimee then undertook a role within the NHS as a Chief Audiologist, until she decided to join The Hearing Care Partnership at Observatory.

Vickie

Dispensing Optician
FBDO

Vickie has 17 years of optical experience and really enjoys interacting with patients. She prides herself on finding the best frame and lens options for them.

Graham

Dispensing Assistant

Graham joined us after a long career in facilities management. He’s passionate about glasses and ensuring our patients have a pleasant visit.

Luxshiny

Optometrist & Director
BSc (Hons), MCOptom

Luxshiny joined the Practice in 2020 and is usually based in Halstead, but works some days in Haverhill. Prior to this, she worked in optics for 5 years. Luxshiny has a real passion for constantly developing and nurturing her skills, ensuring that she never fails to provide the very best care for her patients.

Jo

Wax Removal Clinician

Jo gets great joy helping people and positively improving their lives. Within her role, she loves learning all about hearing, the ears and ways of enhancing her patients' lives.

Leanne

Dispensing Assistant

Leanne has been working in the optical industry since 2005 and has developed a keen eye for styling eyewear that blends both function and fashion. She’s skilled in selecting frames that complement a patient’s face shape and personal style, ensuring both comfort and confidence in their glasses.

Debbie

Dispensing Assistant

Debbie joined us in 2022 having worked in Optics for 13 years.She takes real pride in finding the perfect frame and lens combination for every patient she sees, and her kind and friendly manner makes her popular with staff and patients.

opening hours

Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm

Saturday: 9am-1pm

Sunday: Closed

Our Customers Say

Highly recommended

Patients consistently praise our care, time and professional service.

"So human and helpful — refreshing to visit an opticians that has time for clients."

Francesca Otterson

“Fantastic customer service — nothing was too much trouble.”

Jan Green

"l have been coming here for some years now. I have always found you to be highly professional, welcoming, friendly and helpful. I have used Varifocal spectacles for a year now, as I drive and do a lot of reading and close work, and have just been for my annual eye test, which was really thorough and relaxed. Thankyou Wardale Williams (The Observatory)! Highly recommended. "

Maureen Preston

"l have bought my reading glasses and safety glasses for work from the Observatory. The service is always first class. The staff are always very courteous and professional and they make a good cup of tea too. My glasses are exactly what I wanted at a good price. I will be back".

Steve Williams

"Confident, Competent, Professional, Friendly with Dignity and Kindness. Excellent service, 5 stars. "

Harry

"Originally arranged for eye test, as I was over due and had some concerns with eye sight. Friendly service, felt safe at all times, received a thorough eye examination and after given assistance in choosing a new pair of frames. Returning by appointment just over a week later to collect. Once again a safe, professional and friendly service. Excellent all round and will use again in the future. "

Alan Keeble