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Gray & Bull Opticians

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Gray & Bull Opticians

Gray & Bull Optician Estd. 1806
Purveyors of Luxury & Pioneers of Original Eyewear
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In this unique independent practice, situated in the Pelham Street area at the heart of Nottingham City Centre, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment within the traditionally furnished surroundings. Emphasis is placed on personal service, correctly fitted frames and accurately dispensed lenses. In a market dominated by larger optical groups here is a practice dedicated to providing patients with a reassuring, individual and professional service.

27/02/2026

CARING FOR YOU SINCE 1806

26/02/2026

Believe it or not, there are do’s & don’t’s when it comes to eyewear !!

Book your free styling consultation with us to find the best style for you:
☎️ 01159418121

25/02/2026

Another amazing review ✨

We are so incredibly grateful to our clients for their continued support and custom!!

24/02/2026

Who said choosing eyewear isn’t fun?? 🤓 NOT US!!!

You can expect new styles very soon 👓

21/02/2026

Been a while since your last eye examination? Book your appointment with us today!!

Get in touch with us by:
☎️ 0115 9418121
📧 enquiries@grayandbull.co.uk
Or
Simply pop into store, we are more than happy to help!

20/02/2026

Another happy client 🤓

Mrs P collected her new THEO eyewear 👓

Get in touch to arrange your appointment!!
☎️ 0115 9418121

12/02/2026

🤓 Our spec-tacluar Valentine’s Day look, styled by Gray & Bull 👠♥️

Pair your elegant Valentine’s Day outfit with our iconic SALT Hillier frame….

👓Frame is in stock

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11/02/2026

It’s amazing to know that we have been serving our wonderful people of Nottingham for 220 years!

This image shows a gentleman look in our shop window around 1980-1990

10/02/2026

These incredible pieces from our heritage collection are part of what makes us so proud to be apart of Gray & Bull!!

04/02/2026

We have lots of exciting things happening this year so make sure to keep your eyes peeled 👀

#2026

03/02/2026

Mrs S collected her lovely new pair of THEO !!!

If you want to look this fab, pop into store or give us a ring…
📍 5 Pelham Street Nottingham
☎️ 0115 941 8121

29/01/2026

Here is the start of our new series “styled by Gray & Bull” 👡👓

Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for the next styles 👀

Address

5 Pelham Street
Nottingham
NG12EH

Opening Hours

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

Website

http://www.grayandbull.co.uk/

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Purveyors of Luxury Eyewear since 1806

Gray & Bull is the oldest independent dispensing and ophthalmic opticians in Nottingham. It was established in 1806 and until 1939 went by the name of Gray & Selby. Based on Pelham Street - just off Clumber Street where it meets High Street and at the start of the fashionable Hockley / Lace Market area within the Creative Quarter of Nottingham City Centre. The practice is located just a few feet before and on the opposite side of The Loxley on Pelham Street, which is a few minutes walk from intu Victoria Centre, intu Broadmarsh, Kings Walk, Friar Lane and around the corner from Bridlesmith Gate, Wheeler Gate, the Flying Horse and the Exchange Arcade. On street parking is available on George Street and Heathcote Street - just off Carlton Street in Hockley. Closest car parks are the Lace Market and Trinity Square NCP car parks.

Gray & Bull brings you the most stylish and fashionable frames from around the world and combines them with award winning lenses to give you your perfect pair of spectacles.

"I wanted a statement frame. Amazing, friendly, knowledgeable service. I loved the experience"

Focus is always on providing a truly comprehensive and personal eyecare and eyewear service that offers patients and clients the reassurance that their vision and spectacles are being looked after by Dispensing Opticians, Optometrists (Ophthalmic Opticians) and Optometry support staff (Optical Assistants).

We make finding the perfect pair of spectacles easy with our one to one Styling Consultations.

"First time I've had help choosing something that suits me. Very professional and friendly"

For over two centuries, Gray & Bull has served people from all around the world providing expert service and incredible eyewear from all over the world.

The team at Gray & Bull are always committed to providing advice on quality, value and service. Expert, professional guidance is provided on eyecare, glasses and contact lenses. Emphasis is always placed on a personal service, correctly fitted frames and accurately dispensed ophthalmic lenses.

Gray & Bull offers both Private and NHS eye examinations (eye / sight tests) and also provides a comprehensive contact lens fitting service including after-care (checks) and supply.

Gray & Bull is genuinely passionate about providing the best possible product for the needs of the client. The largest range of quality niche eyewear such as Anne et Valentin, Barton Perreira, CAZAL, Garrett Leight California Optical (GLCO), Jacques Marie Mage, Moscot, Mykita, Savile Row and Theo, designer frames such as Oliver Peoples, Persol and Tom Ford and sunglasses such as Ray-Ban, Oakley and Maui Jim are stocked. Gray & Bull remains committed to dispensing some of the best ophthalmic lenses by manufacturers like Essilor (Varilux), Hoya, Nikon Lenswear, Transitions Lenses and Zeiss lens into some of the finest hand-made frames and glasses (spectacles / eyeglasses) from around the world.