Orkney Opticians

The move to our current location in Duke Street came in 1967, from where our family firm has served our clients ever since. Ellis Leatherbarrow, grandson of George, joined the firm in 1981 and is now the principal, having succeeded his father, Ian, on his retirement in 1995. From its inception, the practice has had full workshop facilities, offering a comprehensive and speedy repair service. Workshop manager, Howard Bainbridge, is a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers with over 60 years experience.Our practices all have fully-qualified optometrists who have varied and extensive expertise (see Biographies). We are a family business in all respects, our patient base encompasses toddlers to great-grandparents, with a number of people having been clients for over 50 years. Our company is based on the belief that our clients' needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs.

We are proud to be an Independent Opticians in Bedale and we aim to provide you with a first class, professional and personalised service using the latest and advanced eye care at competitive prices. Our Practice has been built up on patient recommendation and to this day prides itself on excellent customer care and our patients' satisfaction.

The move to our current location in Duke Street Darlington came in 1967, from where our family firm has served our clients ever since. Ellis Leatherbarrow, grandson of George, joined the firm in 1981 and is now the principal, having succeeded his father, Ian, on his retirement in 1995. From its inception, the practice has had full workshop facilities, offering a comprehensive and speedy repair service. Workshop manager, Howard Bainbridge, is a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers with over 60 years experience. Our practices all have fully-qualified optometrists who have varied and extensive expertise (see Biographies). We are a family business in all respects, our patient base encompasses toddlers to great-grandparents, with a number of people having been clients for over 50 years. Our company is based on the belief that our clients' needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs.