Michael Beaver Opticians

Michael Beaver Opticians Friendly Professional eye care. Honest opinions given. Large selection of spectacle frames to suit all budgets. Contact lens fittings as well.

Regular sight tests and the right eyewear can help you reach your peak sporting performance. Visit your local opticians ...
27/09/2025

Regular sight tests and the right eyewear can help you reach your peak sporting performance. Visit your local opticians for advice and information about keeping your eyes match fit!

Your diet, weight, activity, alcohol intake & smoking status can all affect your chances of suffering chronic eye condit...
25/09/2025

Your diet, weight, activity, alcohol intake & smoking status can all affect your chances of suffering chronic eye conditions, including the 4 main causes of sight loss – macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and cataracts.



The link between smoking and sight loss is as strong as the association between smoking and lung cancer. Discover more about how smoking can harm your eye health and find details of smoking cessation support services on this blog visionmatters.org.uk/news/news/post/156-say-eye-quit-for-stoptober

Banish screen fatigue by being -Switch-off before bed-Measure the distance between your eyes & the screen-Adjust your w...
24/09/2025

Banish screen fatigue by being

-Switch-off before bed
-Measure the distance between your eyes & the screen
-Adjust your work station & screen settings
-Refresh your eyes by consciously blinking
-Take a break
visionmatters.org.uk/news/news/post/174-how-to-be-screen-smart

1 in 5 children are living with an undiagnosed vision problem. Help keep their eyes healthy with regular eye tests, eati...
23/09/2025

1 in 5 children are living with an undiagnosed vision problem. Help keep their eyes healthy with regular eye tests, eating a healthy diet, limiting screen use, spending 2 hours a day outdoors and wearing sunglasses.



Extended screen time is associated with an increased risk of developing and worsening myopia (nearsightedness) and the onset of dry eye in children. Limit your child’s screen use and balance with time spent outdoors.

Routine sight tests are vital health checks for all. They can spot signs of eye disease years before you notice a change...
22/09/2025

Routine sight tests are vital health checks for all. They can spot signs of eye disease years before you notice a change in your vision & detect a range of common health conditions, including & . Get tested this because



Did you know sight tests are free on the NHS for more than 30 million people, including, children, the over 60s and those on income-related benefits? http://nhs.uk/nhs-services/opticians/

22/09/2025

With cases of the four major causes of sight loss – cataract, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease and late-stage age related macular degeneration – forecast to rise dramatically over the next decade is the perfect time to prioritise your eye health because

13/08/2025

As part of our joint work calling for mandatory sight tests for all drivers at licence application and each renewal, The College of Optometrists and The Association of Optometrists have published our core principles for implementing vision standards for drivers in the UK.

These five core principles outline the small changes required to existing legislation that would have a significant impact on making our roads safer for everyone.

1️⃣ Mandatory requirement for drivers to submit formal evidence of a recent sight test at application and every renewal

2️⃣ Strong emphasis on attending regular sight tests between renewals

3️⃣ Referral to following failure to meet the driving vision standard in the sight test

4️⃣ Continued public awareness and education about driver responsibility between renewals

5️⃣ Reinforce reporting guidance for primary eye care optometrists conducting the sight test on drivers

See the full details on the College website ➡️ https://coptom.uk/3JfsepO

For the month of August, Rodenstock are offering a free second pair of their Myopia control spectacle lenses with the pu...
05/08/2025

For the month of August, Rodenstock are offering a free second pair of their Myopia control spectacle lenses with the purchase of the first pair.
So, if your child is shortsighted (Myopic), this is the perfect time to get a new pair of Spectacles and a spare pair in time for them to go back to school.
Ask in practice for details.

Good eyesight is crucial in making sure a child develops to their full potential both at school and socially. Anyone can...
18/07/2025

Good eyesight is crucial in making sure a child develops to their full potential both at school and socially. Anyone can develop sight problems – but it is especially important to look after children’s eyes. The eye is still developing throughout early childhood so if problems are treated early, it can make a lasting difference.

How do I know if my child has an eye problem?
Some eye conditions do not display any signs or symptoms, so the only way to know for sure is to take your child for a sight test. Signs which may show there is a problem with a child’s sight include:
- an eye appearing to drift inwards or outwards;
-difficulty concentrating;
- behavioural problems;
- headaches;
-sitting too close to the television; or
- rubbing their eyes a lot.
The condition ‘lazy eye’ can run in the family, so if someone in your family has either an eye turn (‘squint’) or suffers from reduced vision in one or both eyes (‘amblyopia’), it’s a good idea to take any related children for a sight test.

What is vision screening?
Some children have their vision screened at school – this is usually a basic test, designed to pick up children who have reduced vision in one or both eyes. If a problem is suspected, children will usually be referred to an optometrist for a full sight test. Parents may assume that their child has been screened at school, but this does not happen in all areas of the country. Even where this does happen, it is not usually until the age of four or five, so we recommend that all children visit their optometrist for a sight test around the age of three.

What is a sight test?
A sight test is a comprehensive check which can pick up many conditions, including colour vision defects, problems with the development of 3D vision and any need for glasses. Taking children for sight tests from an early age helps to build good eye health habits into adulthood. Optometrists can use a range of tests for young children, including pictures and even tests that do not need your child to give an actual response.

When should my child visit the optometrist?
Although the UK National Screening Committee recommends screening at age four to five years, there are many optometrists who will see children much younger than this for a sight test. We recommend that children have a sight test around the age of three, so that conditions are picked up and treated early. After the first test it is a good idea to return every two years, or as recommended by your optometrist. All children are entitled to NHS-funded sight tests and help with the cost of glasses Children under the age of 16 are entitled to NHS-funded sight tests and an optical voucher. An optical voucher entitles you to help towards the cost of glasses or contact lenses if they are needed

As part of our service to look after all of our patients, we offer NHS funded eye examinations. In England, you qualify ...
11/07/2025

As part of our service to look after all of our patients, we offer NHS funded eye examinations.
In England, you qualify for an NHS sight test if you:
- are aged 60 or over;
-are registered as partially sighted or blind;
- have diabetes;
- have glaucoma or been told by an ophthalmologist (eye doctor) that you’re at risk of glaucoma; or
- are 40 or over and have a parent, brother, sister, son or daughter who has been diagnosed with glaucoma.
- are under 16, or under 19 and in full-time education;
- have been prescribed complex lenses and are eligible for a ‘complex lens voucher’ (your optometrist can tell you more about this);
- are on, or your partner is on, or you’re under the age of 20 and the dependent of someone on, Income Support, income-based Employment and Support Allowance or income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance;
- receive, or your partner receives, or you’re under the age of 20 and the dependent of someone who receives Pension Credit Guarantee Credit;
- are, or your partner is, or you’re under the age of 20 and the dependent of someone who has been awarded Universal Credit and meet the criteria on earnings limit;
- are a prisoner on leave from prison;
- are entitled to, or named on, a valid NHS tax credit exemption certificate; or
- are named on a valid NHS certificate for full help with health costs (HC2) (if you are named on an NHS certificate for partial help with health costs (HC3), you may also get help)
If you meet any of the above criteria, you are eligible for a free NHS Eye Examination, and we are happy to examine your eyes.
If you have any questions about NHS Eye Examinations, please contact the practice for more information.

Half of sight loss is avoidable.Failing to have regular eye examinations is probably the biggest threat to eye health. Y...
27/06/2025

Half of sight loss is avoidable.
Failing to have regular eye examinations is probably the biggest threat to eye health. Yet almost 14 million of us don’t have regular eye examinations despite them being essential health checks.
Not only can an eye examination check your visual acuity (how well you can see), but they can also detect eye conditions, such as Glaucoma, years before you notice a change in your vision. They can also uncover signs of general health problems including diabetes, high blood pressure and early signs of heart disease. An eye examination should be part of your regular health care routine, just like going to the dentist.
Everyone should have an eye examination every 2 years, or more often if your optometrist recommends it.
So don’t forget the importance of an eye examination for you and your family. Your optometrist can do the following.
- Pick up any signs of eye disease – this is usually easier to deal with if found early.
- Check your sight and make it clearer or more comfortable to see.
- Check for signs of underlying general health conditions that sometimes show in the eyes.
- Answer questions and give advice about your eye health and vision.
- Keep you informed about new products or services that can help you.

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20 High Street
Alcester
B495AD

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 2:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 1pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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+441789763183

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Quality Eye Care in a friendly family run practice

We are a long established (over 30 years) family run Independent Optometric Practice that offers good quality eye care and a wide range of Spectacle frames.

We carry out a range of eye care services including NHS Eye Examinations, Contact lens fittings and reviews, Private Diabetic Retinopathy Screenings, Macula Pigment Density measuring, VDU Examinations. We also carry out various vision training procedures for children to assist with reading problems.