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Rufus has a winning eye for wild and wonderful specs

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 6 October 2025 Read time: 2 minutes

A creative nine-year-old from Leyton has his eyes on the prize after winning a competition to design a pair of glasses inspired by all things wild and wonderful. Rufus Jennings was presented with a fun model of his design, a panda soft toy, and a £50 toy shop voucher at Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care Read more…
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“What Glasses Suit My Face?” Your Frame Styling: Find Your Style

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 17 September 2025 Read time: 3 minutes

What is frame styling all about? Frame styling is all about finding what glasses suit my face best, choosing eyewear that complements your features, colouring and confidence. The process focuses on four key factors: Face shape Skin tone Hair colour Confidence   Each of these helps determine what type of glasses suit my face and Read more…
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Common Eye Conditions Explained

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 15 September 2025 Read time: 7 minutes

Our eyes are the window to our health, and understanding common eye conditions is essential for maintaining optimal vision throughout your life. At Scrivens, with over 85 years of experience as a leading eye care specialist in the UK, we regularly help customers understand and manage a range of common eye conditions in the UK Read more…
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Eye Prescription Explained: A Complete Guide

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 10 September 2025 Read time: 5 minutes

Your eyes are the window to your health and having your eye prescription explained is a crucial part of maintaining optimal vision and long-term eye health. At Scrivens, with over 85 years of experience as a leading eye care specialist in the UK, we understand that optical eye test prescriptions can seem confusing at first Read more…
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Age-Related Hearing Changes: Can Hearing Loss Be Reversed?

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 5 September 2025 Read time: 5 minutes

Have you been turning up the TV or asking people to repeat themselves more often? You’re not imagining things, and you’re not alone. Almost half of people over 50 notice changes to their hearing, and by age 70, around seven in ten experience some form of hearing loss. At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, with Read more…
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How Do Varifocals Work? Reading Glasses vs Varifocals

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 3 September 2025 Read time: 4 minutes

As we get older, many of us notice changes in our vision. Holding books at arm’s length, struggling with menus or finding close-up tasks more difficult are all common signs of presbyopia, the natural, age-related decline in near vision. The good news is there are excellent solutions available. But with options like reading glasses and Read more…
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Community Hero honours for Halesowen neighbourhood gem

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 3 September 2025 Read time: 2 minutes

A Halesowen pensioner has been recognised for her decades of community service and daily acts of kindness with a special award. Shelia Basford, 86, is the latest recipient of Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care’s Community Hero Award, presented by the company’s Halesowen branch team in Cornbow Shopping Centre, along with a luxury afternoon tea hamper. Read more…
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The Importance of Wearing Prescription Sunglasses: A Professional Perspective

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 12 August 2025 Read time: 6 minutes

Author: Kevin Gutsell President of ABDO   Exploring the Many Benefits of Sunglasses for Eye Health and Everyday Comfort​ Sunglasses are far more than a simple accessory; they serve as an essential tool for protecting eye health, increasing day-to-day comfort, and contribute to personal style. Whether navigating a sun-soaked beach, driving on reflective roads, or Read more…
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The Importance of Prescription Sunglasses: Protecting Your Eyes in Style

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 12 August 2025 Read time: 4 minutes

Author: Kevin Gutsell President of ABDO   Discover the Benefits of Sunglasses for Eye Health and Everyday Comfort​ Sunglasses are far more than a stylish accessory—they are essential for safeguarding your vision, enhancing comfort, and adding a touch of personality to your look. From protecting your eyes against harmful UV rays to reducing glare, sunglasses Read more…
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All eyes are on relaunched Huddersfield opticians

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 11 August 2025 Read time: 3 minutes

A long-standing customer stepped into the spotlight when she was chosen to officially open a newly relocated opticians in Huddersfield. Retired teacher, Christine Whittell, performed the honours at Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, which has moved to a new, larger unit on New Street. She received a bouquet and a voucher to mark the occasion Read more…
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