# Hazel Smith Opticians

> Your Opticians in Shanklin, Isle of Wight

Hazel Smith Opticians is an independent, family-run optometry practice in Shanklin, Isle of Wight, established in 1982. They provide comprehensive NHS and private eye examinations for adults and children, alongside hearing care, contact lenses, and designer eyewear. The practice is equipped with advanced diagnostic technology including 3D OCT scanning.

## Services

- **Eye Examinations** — Standard NHS and private eye tests, plus an enhanced examination option that includes a 3D OCT scan and extended consultation time (up to one hour).
- **3D OCT Scanning** — Optical Coherence Tomography for early detection of hidden eye conditions such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic eye disease.
- **Dry Eye Clinic** — Specialist assessment and management for dry eye conditions.
- **Glaucoma Screening** — Detection using corneal pachymetry and Humphrey Visual Field Analyser; referrals via the NHS Glaucoma Referral Refinement Scheme.
- **Coloured Overlay Assessment** — Assessments for patients with dyslexia or reading difficulties who may benefit from coloured overlays.
- **Laser Eye Surgery Management** — Local management centre for Advance Vision Care (Harley Street, London); initial assessments done on-site, with post-operative check-ups handled locally.
- **Contact Lenses** — Fitting and supply of soft contact lenses from all major brands, including myopia control lenses for children.
- **Hearing Care** — Free hearing tests, hearing aids (invisible and rechargeable models with up to five-year warranty and lifetime aftercare), tinnitus management, and ear wax removal. Provided in partnership with Amplify Hearing using Beltone technology.
- **Frames & Lenses** — Designer and budget eyewear for all ages. Brands include Land Rover, David Beckham Eyewear, Radley London, Kate Spade, William Morris, Wolf, Stepper, and Cocoa Mint.
- **Optical Accessories** — Complementary accessories to go with spectacles.

## Key Benefits / Differentiators

- Independent practice since 1982 — not tied to a corporate chain, free to choose products from any supplier.
- Advanced diagnostic equipment including 3D OCT scanning for comprehensive eye health checks.
- Offers specialist services not always available at high-street opticians: dry eye clinic, glaucoma screening, coloured overlay assessments, and laser surgery co-management.
- Both NHS and private eye examinations available for adults and children.
- Hearing care on-site with free hearing tests and Beltone hearing technology (UK exclusive provider via Amplify Hearing).
- Local laser eye surgery management centre, saving Isle of Wight patients multiple trips to London for pre- and post-operative care.

## Locations

- **Hazel Smith Opticians**
  - 11a High Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6JZ, England, UK
  - Independent high-street optician in the centre of Shanklin.

## Contact

- **Phone:** 01983 866023
- **Email:** info@hazelsmithopticians.com
- **Website:** https://www.hazelsmithopticians.com
- **Online Booking:** https://hazelsmithopticians.mysight.uk/ or via https://www.bookaneyetest.co.uk/practices/hazel-smith-opticians-shanklin
- **Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/people/Hazel-Smith-Opticians/100066115416256/

## Practical Info

- **Opening hours:** Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:00pm · Sat 9:00am–1:00pm · Closed Sunday.
- **Parking:** Landguard Road car park (short stay) or Orchard Lee car park (long stay) are recommended. No on-site parking.
- **Public transport:** 10-minute walk from Shanklin train station; 5-minute walk from Shanklin bus station (outside the Co-op).
- **NHS services available:** Standard NHS eye examinations offered alongside private and enhanced examinations.
- **Audience:** Local residents and visitors on the Isle of Wight seeking eye tests, glasses, contact lenses, specialist eyecare, and hearing care.
- **Company:** Hazel Smith Optical LTD, Company Number 11549922.