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Seeing clearly?

We’re proud to offer NHS Sight Tests to our patients, providing a professional eye test that includes the essential assessments necessary to provide optimal vision correction and eye health screening. This NHS-funded service allows us to screen for common eye conditions, ensuring that your vision is well-cared for.

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Linklater Warren Eye Examination

For those interested in an enhanced eye care experience and eligible for an NHS Sight Tests, we offer a comprehensive upgrade that includes advanced imaging technology and extended time with our optometrists. The Linklater Warren Eye Examination includes an even more in-depth look at your eye health, allowing us to detect changes early and offer personalised insights and costs £65 for those eligible for an NHS Sight Test.

Whether you choose an NHS sight test or the Linklater Warren Eye Examination, our team is committed to providing you with the highest service and advice tailored to your needs. We’re here to support your vision and eye health at every level.

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Are you eligible for an NHS Sight Test?

NHS Sight Tests are available to patients that fall within specific categories based upon age, individual risk of eye conditions and whether you claim certain benefits. NHS Sight Tests are  performed every two years for most people. Below are common eligibility categories and the full list is available on the NHS website (Free NHS eye tests and optical vouchers – NHS)

  • People age 60 years or older.
  • Children under 16.
  • People ages 16, 17 or 18 in full time education.
  • People with diabetes or over 40 and with a close family history of glaucoma
  • People claiming certain government benefits.
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Expert opinion

Why all NHS patients should upgrade to receive the Linklater Warren Eye Examination

Why Optometrist Matthew Carter recommends all NHS patients upgrade to receive the Linklater Warren Eye Examination.

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NHS Sight Tests FAQ’s

Below are some of our frequently asked questions about NHS Sight Tests, please get in touch if you require any further information or support.

Certain people are eligible for an NHS Sight Test, these are:

  • Patients aged 60 years or over.
  • Patients aged less than 16 years.
  • Patients aged 16, 17 or 18 years in full time education.
  • Patients registered blind/partially sighted.
  • Patients with diabetes.
  • Patients with glaucoma.
  • Patients considered at risk of glaucoma by an Ophthalmologist.
  • Patients over 40 years with a parent, brother, sister or child with or that previously had glaucoma.
  • Prisoners on leave from prison.
  • Patients that have previously been prescribed complex lenses.
  • Patients named on a valid HC2 certificate.
  • Patient receiving certain government benefits.

People that are not eligible to an NHS Sight Test can access routine eye tests with us privately by booking a Linklater Warren Eye Examination.

Most patients with eligibility to NHS funded Sight Tests can access the service every two years. Children or those deemed by their optometrist as being at high risk of eye disease may be advised to return for more frequent sight tests. Those that are not due their routine sight test can always access a test early if advised to do so by their doctor or if they are experiencing symptoms that prompt an eye test.

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