Business Details
33 Years
experience
Expert Optometrists in Barnsley for Personalised Eye Care
Established in 1993, C A Raison Opticians has been dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care and personalised services to the Barnsley community. Our practice combines clinical expertise with a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring every patient receives tailored attention. With a focus on preventative care and advanced diagnostics, we address diverse vision needs across all age groups. Our team prioritises patient education, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their eye health. As an independent optician, we curate high-quality eyewear and lenses that balance functionality with style.We maintain rigorous professional standards, regularly updating our skills to incorporate the latest advancements in optometry. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in NHS-funded services for eligible patients. By fostering long-term relationships, we aim to be the trusted partner in your family's visual wellness journey. The practice continually invests in modern equipment to ensure accurate assessments and comfortable consultations. This dedication to excellence has solidified our reputation as a reliable eyecare provider in South Yorkshire.
Services
Eye Examinations
Children's Eyecare
Prescription Eyewear
Contact Lenses
Hearing Tests
Hearing Aids
Ear Wax Removal
Varifocal Fitting
Sports Vision
Low Vision Aids
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We provide personalised eyecare tailored to your unique visual requirements
- Our experienced team conducts thorough eye health assessments
- Specialist children's eyecare with age-appropriate consultation techniques
- Curated selection of designer eyewear with precision lens fitting
- Free NHS eye examinations for eligible patients
What people say
Lovely helpful staff
Very thorough eye test
Experts at fitting varifocals
Highly recommend
Friendly and understanding
Services
Eye Examinations
Our comprehensive eye examinations assess visual acuity, eye health, and potential vision disorders. Using advanced diagnostic equipment, we detect early signs of conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration. The 30-minute appointments include detailed explanations of results and tailored recommendations for corrective measures or further specialist care.
Children's Eyecare
Specialised eye assessments for children from age 3 upwards identify developmental vision issues that could affect learning. Our playful, non-intimidating approach includes binocular vision testing and colour vision screening. We provide follow-up care for identified conditions and offer practical advice for parents concerned about screen time effects.
Prescription Eyewear
We offer premium spectacle frames from leading brands, including lightweight titanium and impact-resistant polycarbonate options. Our dispensing opticians ensure perfect fit adjustments and provide guidance on lens coatings for UV protection, blue light filtering, and anti-glare properties.
Contact Lenses
Our contact lens service includes trial fittings for soft, toric, and multifocal lenses. We provide ongoing aftercare for existing wearers and teach proper hygiene techniques. The practice stocks daily disposables, monthly replacement lenses, and specialist designs for keratoconus and astigmatism correction.
Hearing Care
Free hearing assessments use audiometric testing to identify hearing loss patterns. We offer microsuction ear wax removal and supply Beltone hearing aids with Bluetooth connectivity. Our audiologists provide rehabilitation advice for tinnitus sufferers and fit customised hearing protection for musicians and industrial workers.
People
Chris Raison
Founder
Establishing the practice in 1993, Chris built a reputation for combining clinical excellence with personal service. His leadership focuses on community engagement and maintaining independent optician values amidst industry changes.
Suf Hussain
Audiologist
Qualified in 2021 with a BSc in Audiology, Suf specialises in hearing aid technology optimisation. He provides patient-centred solutions using digital programming to enhance sound quality for individual listening environments and lifestyle needs.
Emma Ross
Hearing Aid Audiologist
With NHS and private sector experience since 2015, Emma excels in matching patients with appropriate amplification devices. She builds long-term relationships through follow-up care and adjustment sessions for new hearing aid users.
Questions
Do you offer NHS eye examinations for children?
Yes, we provide free NHS sight tests for all children under 16 and those under 19 in full-time education.
What hearing care services are available?
We offer free hearing assessments, microsuction wax removal, and supply Beltone hearing aids with five-year warranties and lifetime aftercare.
How do I book an appointment?
Schedule visits online via our website or contact us directly at 01226 731 292 during opening hours.
What eyewear brands do you stock?
We feature premium designer frames and lenses from industry-leading manufacturers, with options for all budgets and style preferences.
Are there parking facilities nearby?
The Alhambra Centre and Glassworks car parks provide convenient parking within 5 minutes' walk of our practice.
Reviews (4)
Adrian Abbott
Oct 16, 2021
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Been using raison's opticians for years always been happy with their service the staff make my day absolutely fantastic sense of humour even if the glasses were over priced I'd still come here treated like a human not a number and has for my dog they loved her as if she was theres. RIP Pip
Stefan Horvath
Jul 05, 2021
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Very satisfied with their work.Good prices and an amazing staff,very professional especially Chris.I highly recommend it.
Shanesse Groves
Jul 09, 2020
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Went in this afternoon as I had broken the leg off my glasses and needed them sorted quite quickly as I need them all the time. I went in and was served very quickly and although they weren't able to find a leg to fit my glasses, they took the lenses in my glasses and popped them in a new frame for me in under ten minutes! They were very friendly and made sure I was comfortable with the new frames, giving me a good range of options. I owe my thanks to the gent who served me. I felt very welcome and he quickly sorted my glasses out for me!
Amanda Allen
Jul 01, 2020
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Been using c a raisons for over 20 years. The personal touch is what keeps me coming back. I get great value and bright and cheery staff always ready to help. They are fab and I would recommend them to anybody needing new glasses or just a bit of help.
