Choosing the right lenses is just as important as finding the perfect frames. At Scrivens, we offer a wide range of high-quality lens options designed to suit your lifestyle and vision needs. Whether you need lightweight, thin lenses for added comfort, advanced coatings to reduce glare, or varifocals for seamless vision at all distances, we have the perfect solution.
Single vision lenses are for either short or long sighted prescriptions.
Varifocal lenses have multiple focus points to give you clear vision at various distances.
Relaxed vision lenses are designed for modern lifestyles, these lenses help reduce eye strain in today’s digital world.
Work & leisure lenses prioritise your preferred working distance for work, hobbies and more.
Flexible readers work in a similar way to varifocals, allowing you to see clearly at intermediate distances without having to remove your reading glasses.




Once you have chosen the perfect frames, the next step is to find the perfect lens to suit your lifestyle.
Over the years, we have refined our lens range to provide you with the very best choice, including lenses from the leading names in lens design. We work with market-leading manufacturers to offer lenses that provide excellent vision to cater for all requirements.
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Depending on your lifestyle and visual needs, different lens features can improve the quality and comfort of your vision. Below are some of the options available at Scrivens:
Visit us in branch today and ask to see the benefits of our coating portfolio and our demonstration lenses.




These lenses are made from a special material which makes them thinner and lighter than standard lenses.
✓ Lighter and more comfortable to wear
✓ Ideal for customers with a high prescription
✓ Gives a sharper look for rimless and half rim frames
You can have your Thin & Lite lenses with single vision, varifocals, flexible readers and Transitions®.
From £60 per pair*
We work with three of the world’s leading lens manufacturers to bring you the latest in vision technology, tailored specifically for driving.
We offer a specialist range of driving lenses and coatings designed to improve clarity, reduce glare and enhance comfort behind the wheel – day or night. These include Zeiss DriveSafe, Nikon SeeCoat Drive and Transitions XTRActive, each offering unique features to suit different driving conditions and needs.
To learn more about which option is right for you, contact your local Scrivens branch today.


Tired of switching between glasses and sunglasses? Light intelligent lenses automatically adjust to changing light conditions, to help reduce glare in different conditions.
Whether you’re walking in the park, driving or heading into the office, Light intelligent lenses adapt seamlessly to your environment. They darken when exposed to UV light and return to clear when indoors, helping to reduce eye strain and enhance visual comfort.
Perfect for people on the go, they combine the benefits of prescription lenses and sunglasses in one convenient solution – no need to carry two pairs. Plus, they come in a variety of colours to suit your look.
Want to learn more about how light intelligent lenses work and whether they’re right for you?
Explore Transitions®Turn any pair of glasses into sunglasses with UV protection. Tinted lenses help reduce glare and eye strain, making them ideal for bright conditions. Polarised lenses provide complete UV protection and enhanced vision, improving contrast and reducing reflected glare for greater comfort.
Pop into your local branch to see our range of colours.

