All eyes on Norwich pensioner who launches opticians

Post on 14th November 2024

A Norwich pensioner stepped into the spotlight when she was chosen to officially open a newly relocated opticians in the town.

Gloria Brown, 81, performed the honours at Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, which has moved to a new unit on Plumstead Road. She received flowers to mark the occasion and in recognition of her loyal custom.

The new larger store features the latest digital eye examination equipment, including an OCT (optical coherence tomography) scanner and an additional testing room, bringing the total to three. Customers can also choose from an updated range of frames, including a larger selection of the latest designer names.

Branch manager, Kevin Hall, said: “We have invested in the store and wanted to mark its upgrade and relocation in style. Gloria has entrusted her eye care to us for 13 years and is a worthy VIP. She has had a tough time with her health, having suffered a heart attack in the summer, so we were delighted to be able to give her something to look forward to. Despite her health issues, Gloria is always smiling when she visits the team and gives us a wave if she is passing, which is much appreciated.”

Gloria has lived locally all her life and was thrilled to be asked to reveal the store’s new look and even had her hair done specially for the occasion. “Being involved in the official reopening was a really special occasion, and I enjoyed every minute. It was the highlight of my week – just what the doctor ordered!”

“It’s brilliant that Scrivens has opened a new, bigger Norwich branch. The store looks fantastic, and the new range of frames is lovely.”

“I’ve been going to Scrivens for a long time and always receive excellent service from the team.”

Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care is a family run business which was established over 85 years ago in 1938. It has 168 high-street stores in towns and cities across England and Wales, with 1,000 employees. For more information, visit www.scrivens.com