Private Eye Examinations for Everyone

Having a regular eye examination is essential for maintaining your overall health. Since every pair of eyes is unique, we always take a personalised approach.Even if your eyes and vision seem fine, it’s important to have regular examinations—at least every two years—to detect any changes. Early detection allows us to manage or treat any conditions before they become problematic.

Our eye examinations cost £65, take around 30 minutes to complete, and you’ll be guided through each step of the process. If you’re concerned about your eyes or vision for any reason, please don’t hesitate—get in touch, and we’ll be happy to see you as soon as possible.

At S.W.Cotton, we always advise our patients to opt for a Private or Advanced Eye Examination. However, we do accept NHS sight test vouchers if you meet any of the following criteria:

• Children under 16 years of age
• Children in full-time education aged 16, 17, or 18
• Individuals on Income Support, Job Seekers Allowance, Universal Credit, or Pension Tax Credit
• Individuals with diabetes or glaucoma
• Individuals aged 40 or over who are the parent, brother, sister, or child of someone with glaucoma

Meeting these criteria entitles you to a £23.53 reduction, making a Private examination £41.47 and an Advanced examination £71.47. You can find more information about Advanced Eye Examinations on our website. Alternatively, if you prefer a basic NHS sight test without Optomap or OCT, we will happily process this fully with an NHS voucher. Please inform us when booking your appointment, as the duration can vary from 20 to 45 minutes depending on the depth of the examination. Stay in control of your eye health with regular eye examinations at S.W.Cotton.