Independent Opticians in Leicester
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Welcome to Harvey Opticals
Independent opticians in Leicester.
We cater for both NHS & private patients with emergency same day care available. We cover everything from eye testing, glasses glazing, contact lenses and frame adjustments.
Our qualified optometrist provides excellent eye care to patients of all ages from different backgrounds. No english? No problem; our staff are able to communicate in English, Gujarati, Urdu, Arabic.
To find out more information please get in touch!
Full Eye Test
Comprehensive eye exam with our experienced optometrist.
New Glasses
New glasses can be ready in as little as 45 minutes*.
Contact Lenses
If you need daily or monthly contact lenses get them ordered today.
New Glasses & Repairs:
New Glasses from as little as £45*
We have a range of glasses suitable for all budgets. We offer a range of lenses selection including Bifocals, Varifocals and photochromic lenses.
Bring in Your Own Frames
Have a frame you like? Bring your frames into the practice, and we will measure them to fit your new prescription lenses.
Repairs & Adjustments
With over 40 years of experience we can repair and adjust all kinds of frames. Bring them into our store and our technician will see if we can fix your beloved frames.
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What We Offer:
Prescribing & Emergency Care
Direct diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute eye conditions, infections, and inflammation—saving you a visit to your GP or the hospital.
Glaucoma & Ocular Health Assessments
Advanced diagnostic care, including anterior segment examination and gonioscopy, providing targeted monitoring for high-risk patients and family histories.
On-Site Glazing & Precision Fitting
Combined clinical expertise with our in-house lab, delivering custom-fitted single-vision, bifocal, and varifocal lenses in as little as 45 minutes.
Your Local Eye Specialist
Same doctor. Same high quality service. No rush at our store.
We take our time whether its for testing or helping you pick your new glasses.
Whether you need an eye test, glasses or general advice regarding your eye health contact us today to speak to our Eye Specialist.
Opening Times
| Monday | 10:30am – 5:30pm |
| Tuesday | 10:30am – 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10:30am – 5:30pm |
| Friday | 2:00pm – 5:30pm |
| Saturday | 10:30am – 1:00pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Why Choose Harvey’s:
Dedicated to Your Long-Term Visual Health
At Harvey Optical, we bridge the gap between high-street convenience and hospital-grade clinical eye care. As an independent practice rooted in Leicester, we prioritise extended consultation times, advanced diagnostics, and dedicated one-to-one patient care.
| Key Feature | What It Means for You |
| Independent Prescriber (IP) | Qualified to diagnose, treat, and prescribe medications directly for acute eye conditions without unnecessary GP or hospital delays. |
| Glaucoma Expertise | Advanced clinical care including specialist anterior segment assessment and contact gonioscopy. |
| Continuity of Care | See the exact same experienced clinician at every visit—building a personalized understanding of your eye health. |
| On-Site Glazing Lab | With over 40 years of technical experience, our in-house optical technician can fit and adjust lenses in as little as 45 minutes. |
| Multi-Lingual Consultations | To ensure every patient feels comfortable, consultations are available in English, Gujarati, Urdu, and Arabic. |
Highly-Qualified Optometrist
Lead by a GOC-registered Optometrist and Independent Prescriber, our practice offers direct medical management for various ocular conditions, including specialist glaucoma co-management, without unnecessary hospital referrals. You will see the same experienced clinician at every visit, ensuring personalised, continuous care tailored to your unique visual health.
40+ Years of Experience
With almost half a century of optical expertise, we deliver an unmatched level of service. Thanks to our on-site laboratory, we can have your new glasses glazed and ready in as little as 45 minutes.
Community Focused & Multi-Lingual
We are committed to supporting our community; if you have old glasses to donate, we can ensure they reach those in need. We also aim to make our services accessible to everyone — our clinician is fluent in English, Gujarati, Urdu, and Arabic.
Community & Sustainability
Giving Back to Sight
We believe everyone deserves quality vision. If you have unwanted, old, or spare spectacles, bring them to our practice. We clean, restore, and donate them to international optical charities to help those in need across the world.
Visit Our Store
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1A Nottingham Road
Leicester
LE5 3TT
Harvey Optical
See Better.
Live Better.
Appointments: Free & Private Options Available
Address: 1A Nottingham Road, Leicester, LE5 3TT