Formally Leslie Warren Opticians
Linklater & Warren Opticians, Sevenoaks
Welcome to Linklater & Warren Opticians in Sevenoaks, a trusted provider of community eye care since 1915. Located conveniently on Sevenoaks High Street, we offer both NHS and private services tailored to your individual needs.
We also offer carefully selected ranges of stylish eyewear to suit all budgets, helping you find frames that reflect your unique style and provide optimal vision correction. With easy access to parking and transport, Linklater & Warren Sevenoaks is committed to delivering expert, compassionate care and gorgeous eyewear to ensure your vision and hearing are at their best.

Eye care and audiology services at our Sevenoaks practice
Our services include comprehensive eye tests utilising state-of-the-art diagnostics like 3D OCT and ultra-wide retinal imaging, contact lens care, and dedicated myopia management for children. For patients experiencing dry eye or visual stress (Irlen syndrome), we provide specialised clinics with advanced treatments to address these conditions. Additionally, our audiology services encompass hearing assessments, a selection of hearing aids, and ear wax removal to support your auditory health.
A comprehensive eye test including advanced diagnostics like 3D OCT and ultra-wide retinal imaging capable of detecting early signs of eye disease. Tailored to individual needs, this 45-minute assessment ensures thorough eye health and optimised vision correction.
Discover the freedom and convenience of contact lenses with our comprehensive services, including fitting, aftercare, and problem-solving support. Offering natural, comfortable vision and tailored options for all lifestyles, we are here to help you find the perfect contact lens solution.
A complete audiology service including hearing assessments, a full range of hearing aids, professional aftercare, and ear wax removal. Our dedicated audiologists offer personalised care to enhance hearing health, reduce isolation, and support mental well-being.
The control of myopia (short-sightedness) progression in children. With the right intervention at the right time we can put the brakes on myopia progression and reduce the risk of future short-sight related eye diseases.
The assessment and treatment of Visual Stress (aka Irlen Syndrome) using precision tinted glasses and coloured overlays. Our 3-step approach includes eye testing, coloured overlay trials, and the prescribing of precise tinted glasses to enhance reading comfort.
Providing tailored assessments and treatments for relief from dry eye symptoms. From lifestyle and eyelid care advice to the prescribing of medications and advanced therapies like IPL and LLLT for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction; we offer comprehensive care to address the underlying causes of dry eye disease.
Orthoptist delivered assessments, advice and treatment for those with binocular vision problems such as double vision and amblyopia.
A professional, NHS-funded eye test to assess vision, provide glasses prescriptions and screen for common eye conditions. Ensuring optimal vision correction for eligible patients.

Jodie Sunderland FBDO

Proudly providing eye care to Visionplan Members

Jodie Sunderland FBDO
Jodie has 20 years of experience working within the optical industry and, during that time, has worked with in several independent practices. In 2014 Jodie qualified as a dispensing optician after successfully completing a diploma in Ophthalmic Dispensing at City and Islington College. In 2016 she joined the Linklater & Warren team.
Throughout her career, Jodie has gained expertise in various areas within the industry including time spent working in an ophthalmic lab. After a short break to start a family, Jodie returned to the Linklater & Warren team and has worked at each of the 3 practices in an assistant managerial role. In 2022 Jodie became practice manager of the Sevenoaks branch. Jodie particularly enjoys bespoke and paediatric dispensing and takes great pride in the service she provides to all of her patients.

Proudly providing eye care to Visionplan Members
We proudly serve the local community in and around Sevenoaks and beyond. We offer our patients the opportunity to join Visionplan. Visionplan is Linklater & Warren’s affordable, proactive membership program designed to make eye care accessible and convenient whilst also saving you money. For a small monthly fee, members receive comprehensive eye exams with advanced diagnostics, exclusive discounts on eyewear and contact lenses, access to specialised services, and more. Visionplan simplifies eye care, helping you protect your vision and save on your eyewear.
Contact information
Located on Sevenoaks High Street and within the main shopping area we have excellent local parking and transport links. Sevenoaks Train Station is a 7 minutes away by bus. Convenient local parking is available in the Sevenoaks Town Car Park, in Suffolk Way Car Park and at Waitrose Supermarket. There is also street parking along the High Street.
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- OPENING HOURS
Monday 9:00 – 17:30
Tuesday 9:00 – 17:30
Wednesday 8:30 – 17:00
Thursday 9:00 – 17:30
Friday 9:00 – 17:30
Saturday 9:00 – 14:00Sunday CLOSED
Sevenoaks FAQ’s
Below are some of our frequently asked questions about our Sevenoaks branch, please get in touch if you require any further information or support.
Yes, our optometrists are experienced and adept at providing eye care crafted to meet the needs of all patients. All of our branches have ground floor consulting rooms with ramps available where necessary to make the practices fully accessible. We encourage patients (or their carers) to get in contact to discuss how we can best meet their specific needs. We are determined to ensure that all our service users have a truly wonderful eye care experience.
Yes, of course. Unlike some practices we never turn away young children and happily provide NHS funded sight tests for all children from birth to 18 years old.
Absolutely. Our highly qualified optometrists, with over 100 years of combined experience, are well-equipped to support patients with complex eye conditions. Known locally for excellence, we receive frequent referrals from GPs and ophthalmologists, reflecting the trust placed in our expertise. We maintain close relationships with the local hospital eye clinic, and several of our optometrists bring extensive experience from their work within the hospital eye service. Many of our team members have also pursued postgraduate qualifications, including ocular therapeutics, allowing them to serve as independent prescribers of ocular medications.
Yes. Alongside routine eye examinations, we offer short-notice appointments to assess and manage issues such as soreness, pain, redness, and light sensitivity. This service is available privately, ensuring patients receive prompt, expert care for urgent eye concerns.
Yes, our optometrists can assist patients experiencing flashes or floaters. We offer thorough evaluations to investigate these symptoms and assess for potential retinal tears or detachments. Patients can access this specialised care privately, ensuring prompt attention to any urgent eye health concerns.
Absolutely. This is one of our areas of expertise. We understand that people with high prescriptions often need additional care and time to ensure their glasses provide clear and comfortable vision. We welcome patients with all types of vision conditions, including myopia (short-sightedness), hyperopia (long-sightedness), astigmatism, and presbyopia (the need for reading glasses).

