Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Opticians in Belfast Since 1905
Established in 1905, we are a fourth-generation family-run opticians based in Belfast City Centre. Our practice combines over a century of expertise with cutting-edge technology, including Optical Coherence Tomography, to ensure precise eye health assessments. We offer a curated selection of exclusive eyewear brands, from niche designers to global names like Tom Ford, alongside comprehensive eye care services.Our team, led by Director Optometrist Lucy Rundle, prioritises personalised consultations and 40-minute eye examinations to address individual needs. With a legacy spanning Northern Ireland and beyond, we remain committed to advancing vision care while maintaining traditional values of trust and professionalism.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lens Fitting
Designer Eyewear
Sunglasses
Myopia Control
Children's Eye Care
Lens Replacement
Ortho-K Lenses
Eye Health Screenings
Frame Adjustments
Details
- Year established: 1905
Highlights and features
- Fourth-generation family business with 118 years of local expertise
- 40-minute eye examinations using Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
- Exclusive eyewear brands including Tom Ford and Silhouette
- Specialist contact lens fitting for complex cases
- Personalised styling advice for face shape and lifestyle
What people say
Experienced team
Perfect lenses
Personalised service
Stylish frames
Thorough exams
Services
Eye Examinations
Our comprehensive 40-minute eye exams use advanced OCT technology to assess vision and screen for conditions like glaucoma. We provide NHS and private options, with retinal photography available. Examinations are conducted by experienced optometrists, ensuring accurate prescriptions and early detection of eye health issues.
Contact Lens Fitting
We offer tailored contact lens solutions, including daily disposables, multifocal, and orthokeratology lenses. Our FreshVision scheme includes unlimited check-ups and lens replacements. Specialist fittings for post-laser surgery patients and myopia control in children are also available, with expert guidance on hygiene and comfort.
Designer Eyewear
Our collection features exclusive brands like Silhouette and Tom Ford, alongside practical options from Lazer Junior. We provide expert styling advice to match face shapes and lifestyles. Frames are selected for quality and fashion-forward designs, with options for all ages and budgets, including NHS-covered children's eyewear.
Myopia Control
Specialist programmes for children and teens use Miyosmart lenses and ortho-K contact lenses to slow myopia progression. These evidence-based solutions reduce dependency on stronger prescriptions. Regular monitoring ensures optimal results, combining clinical expertise with innovative technology to protect long-term eye health.
Children's Eye Care
We provide age-appropriate eye exams starting from age three, with free NHS tests for eligible children. Services include vision development assessments and prescription glasses. Our junior ranges from Ray-Ban and Lazer Junior combine style with durability, ensuring comfortable vision correction tailored to young patients' needs.
People
Lucy Rundle
Director Optometrist
Fourth-generation optometrist qualified in 2009, specialising in OCT technology and contact lens fittings. Leads clinical services while maintaining the practice's heritage of excellence.
Questions
How often should I have an eye test?
Every two years for adults; annually for children or those with existing eye conditions. More frequently if experiencing vision changes or discomfort.
Do you offer NHS eye examinations?
Yes, for eligible patients including children under 16, adults over 60, and those with qualifying medical conditions or benefits.
Can I try glasses before buying?
Yes, our Belfast store offers a wide range of frames to try, with expert styling advice to help you find the perfect fit for your face shape.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards and cash. Contact lens subscription plans are available for regular replacements.
Do you provide emergency eye care?
We advise urgent cases to contact local hospitals. Our standard appointments focus on scheduled eye exams and routine care.
Reviews (3)
Debi R.
Sep 20, 2018
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Life saver!!! I am a tourist and just arrived in Belfast. My glasses have been broken for 10 days while I've been on holiday. They fixed them free of charge. She refused to take payment. Thank you so much for your courteous service!!!
Bellyflop
Jun 06, 2017
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A conscientious team here, it's a family practice so you get a personal service. Also a range of brand frames some of which you will not find in other opticians.
J. K.
Oct 03, 2010
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"Harris Rundle opened his first practice in Belfast in 1905. Still a young man, he previously had outlets in the North of England. The business expanded over the following years, with branches opening as far afield as Cork, Dublin and Derry"
Well with a little background into the HarrisRundle chain of opticians I will say that this is one of the better independent outlets across the city. I'm in the market at the moment for new eye people. I've been with the same chain since I was 15 and I felt maybe a look around at the competition couldn't hurt.
Prices however higher
Well with a little background into the HarrisRundle chain of opticians I will say that this is one of the better independent outlets across the city. I'm in the market at the moment for new eye people. I've been with the same chain since I was 15 and I felt maybe a look around at the competition couldn't hurt.
Prices however higher
