A J Rawling

28/03/2026

If you want the very best vision you can achieve ask us about Rodenstock BIG lenses

28/03/2026

Apologies we are closed today due to staff illness. Re-opening on Tuesday as normal and then Easter closure Good Friday through to Easter Monday inclusive.

12/03/2026

Come into the practice to discuss your options and learn more about Rodenstock progressive lenses. We are open Tuesday to Saturday 9-5.30pm

11/03/2026

The wonderful folk at the have asked for our help fundraising to restore a 1922 Eastern Counties Bus that carried on its side the first ever advertisement for A J Rawling Opticians!
Shown in the photograph below (taken we think in Shotley) the bus was discovered in a barn in Witnesham in 2013 and donated to the museum the next year.
Extensive restoration work has already taken place but they have a long way to go with the project and need more funds to bring it back to its former glory so it can go on display for the people of Ipswich again.
If you can donate any sum, however small, please follow the link to the crowd funding page. Also if you have any information on the DX 3535 or other old photos we’d love to hear from you.

We are raising funds to complete the restoration of our 1922 Tilling Stevens, Petrol-Electric bus, with body built by Ransomes in Ipswich.

08/03/2026

Happy from our female owned practice, with a female principle optometrist, female DOs and female front of house staff! All women who love their jobs and are committed to high level eye-care for our patients. Photo credit ABDO

10/02/2026

We are thrilled to have been shortlisted for the ‘Excellence in Customer Service’ optician awards 2026 held by

10/02/2026

We are thrilled to find out that we have been shortlisted for the Customer Service Category in the Sightcare Opticians awards 2026.
This is wonderful recognition for a team who really give their all in terms of patient care; Thanusha, Jeremy, Denise, Yemi, Emma and Catherine. Good Luck everyone 🤞🏼

We’re delighted to share that the 2026 SightCare Awards shortlist has now been announced, recognising an inspiring group of practices and teams from across our community. A huge congratulations to everyone shortlisted — your achievements truly reflect the passion, commitment and innovation within independent optometry.

Join us for an unforgettable evening — book your place at the black-tie SightCare Awards now: https://buff.ly/LrMWiq3

24/01/2026

This week, new research commissioned by Glaucoma UK revealed the growing glaucoma crisis in the UK. More than 1.1 million people over 40 are currently living with the disease, which is nearly 50% higher than previous estimates.
With an ageing population and higher risk groups increasing in number, cases are projected to rise to 1.6 million by 2060, far outpacing population growth. The researchers conclude that the expansion of eye health services and encouraging regular eye tests for early diagnosis will be critical in reducing glaucoma-related sight loss.

19/01/2026

We're a few weeks into the new year - a good time to check in on your eye health.
If you've noticed headaches, tired eyes, or changes in vision, an eye exam can help identify what's going on and keep your prescription up to date.

10/01/2026

We are backing the bid for Ipswich as City of Culture and urge everyone to get behind this and support the town

24/12/2025

We are now closed for the Festive period. Wishing all our patients a very Merry Christmas 🎄 and a Happy New Year 🥳 We will re-open on Friday 2nd January 2026.

12/12/2025

We would love to track down the old eye sign that used to hand outside the practice when we were in the Buttermarket in the 1960s and put it up outside our Northgate Street premises. Does anybody know what happened to it? Could it be in a cellar below one of those shops now? If you’ve seen our old 👁️ please get in touch….🤞🏼