Prescription FAQ's

Prescription FAQ's

How to get a Copy of your Prescription?
When you've had your eyes examined by your optician you will be issued with a copy of your prescription, if you do not receive this you should request a...
Fri, 10 Jan, 2020 at 12:57 PM
Understanding your Prescription
For full details on how to read and understand your prescription, please see our Help with your Glasses Prescription guide.
Fri, 10 Jan, 2020 at 12:56 PM
Can I use my contact lens prescription for spectacles?
No, a contact lens prescription is entirely different to your spectacle prescription, if in doubt we advise confirming this with your optician or doctor bef...
Mon, 22 Jun, 2020 at 9:15 AM
My prescription mentions prisms - can you supply these?
We can offer prisms. For further details, please click here but if you have any questions, please contact us to discuss your requirements. 
Fri, 16 Jun, 2023 at 2:44 PM
My prescription does not have any 'CYL' or 'AXIS' value
This is quite common. The CYL and AXIS are used to correct an astigmatism. If you do not have an astigmatism, you will not have a CYL or AXIS included in yo...
Fri, 16 Jun, 2023 at 2:45 PM
What if my prescription is outside of your range?
Our system can accomodate those with very high prescriptions, however, If your prescription is not available to order online please contact us with the deta...
Mon, 22 Jun, 2020 at 9:35 AM
Do I need to send you a copy of my glasses prescription?
As long as you have a current and up-to-date glasses prescription and you feel confident about entering the details into our ordering page, we don't nee...
Thu, 3 Aug, 2023 at 10:56 AM
How do I obtain my glasses prescription?
Under the UK Opticians Act of 1989, it is the obligation of any optician to provide you with a prescription. The optician will provide you with a thorough e...
Mon, 22 Jun, 2020 at 9:40 AM
Do you make prescription spectacles for children?
Website: - No, by law we are unable to provide spectacles for children. Instore: - We are able to provide childrens glasses from our high street store base...
Mon, 22 Jun, 2020 at 9:42 AM