Leightons Fareham is situated on the pedestrianised West Street, backing onto Fareham Shopping Centre, where it has been since 2001. Prior to that, there was a Leightons practice on Fareham High Street until 1991, so it has a long history in the town. It is a largely community-based store, with services for the partially sighted and visually impaired offered alongside traditional sight testing and audiology clinics. Recently refurbished, the new modern shopfront houses a great selection of frames and sunglasses to suit all ages and budgets.
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Address
81 West Street, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 0AP
Parking
Market Car Park
Accessibility
Full disabled access
Opening Times
Mon
09:00-17:30
Tue
09:00-17:30
Wed
09:00-17:30
Thu
09:00-17:30
Fri
09:00-17:30
Sat
09:00-17:30
Sun
closed
Telephone
01329 287 220
NHS Sight Tests
Our NHS Sight Tests are free, comprehensive eye examinations available for those who are eligible. These tests include vision assessment, eye health checks, and the detection of general health issues. Typically lasting 30 minutes, they are usually recommended every two years for most people. Additional costs apply for optional OCT and Optomap scans.
Children’s Eye Tests
Concerned that your child needs glasses? Or just need some reassurance? Find out more about children's eye tests and book an appointment here.
OCT Eye Examination
An OCT Eye Examination is an advanced screening that uses Optical Coherence Tomography to create detailed 3D images of the eye's internal structures. It includes a non-invasive eye scan, followed by an optometrist's analysis to detect early signs of conditions. The examination is quick, taking only a few minutes for the scan itself, though the entire appointment may be longer to include discussion of results.
Contact Lenses
A contact lens appointment is a thorough evaluation for both new and existing contact lens wearers. For new wearers, it includes an eye health assessment, lens fitting, and instructions on lens care and usage. For existing wearers, it involves a check-up and potential refitting. This appointment also involves scheduling a follow-up to ensure optimal lens fit, comfort, and vision clarity for all contact lens wearers.
Myopia Management
Myopia management includes a variety of treatments and strategies designed to slow the progression of short-sightedness in children. Book an eye exam with an optometrist to assess whether your child has myopia and to discuss the suitable management strategies tailored to their needs.
Dry Eye Assessment
A dry eye assessment involves a comprehensive evaluation that includes gathering a detailed patient history and conducting a series of diagnostic tests to accurately diagnose and determine the severity and type of dry eye disease.
Glasses Repair
A glasses repair appointment is a service to fix and restore your broken or damaged eyewear to good condition quickly and efficiently. The optician can often perform minor repairs like adjustments, screw replacements, or small part replacements. For more complex repairs, they may need to send the glasses away to get them fixed.
Emergency Eye Care
Emergency eye care is a service for urgent eye health issues, such as sudden pain, vision changes, or eye injuries. The process involves triage, followed by an appointment with an optometrist within 72 hours, or a referral to eye casualty if necessary. For urgent care during our normal opening hours, please call us first. Outside these hours, contact NHS 111.
Free Hearing Tests
Need to get your hearing checked? Learn what happens at a Leightons free hearing assessment. Find your nearest branch and book your free hearing test today.
Hearing Aids
Hearing aid appointments involve evaluating your hearing needs and fitting suitable devices. Following a full hearing assessment, your audiologist may recommend hearing aid solutions. The appointment includes discussing hearing aid options, fitting the devices, and providing instructions on their use and care. For a hearing aid review, a 30-minute routine check-up appointment addresses your concerns without requiring a full hearing assessment.
Ear Wax Removal
Ear wax removal is a procedure to clear excess or impacted ear wax from the ear canal. For £70, it includes a brief examination, followed by one of several removal methods such as microsuction, water irrigation, or manual extraction. The appointment takes 30 minutes, depending on the amount and position of the wax, and the specific technique used.
Home Visits
Home visits offer a comprehensive hearing care service in the comfort of your own home. It includes a full hearing assessment using portable equipment, conducted by a professional audiologist. The service provides everything available in-branch, including video otoscopy, tinnitus advice, wax removal, and hearing aid demonstrations and fittings.
Tinnitus Management
Tinnitus management is a comprehensive appointment designed to help individuals cope with and reduce the impact of tinnitus. This involves assessing underlying causes, providing a hearing evaluation, and offering various treatment options to help patients manage their symptoms. Book a full hearing assessment and discuss tinnitus concerns with your audiologist.
Hearing Protection
A hearing protection appointment is a personalised consultation to assess your specific needs and provide tailored hearing protection solutions. An audiologist will discuss your lifestyle, work environment, and noise exposure, then recommend appropriate options such as custom-moulded ear plugs for various activities. The appointment typically takes 30 minutes, depending on individual requirements and whether custom moulds are needed.
Meet our Team
Hearing Aid Dispenser
Anne-Marie Kincaid
Branch Manager & Dispensing Optician
Peter Hunt
Optometrist
Ching Shin Tan
Dispensing Optician
Jody Hunt
Optical Hearing Assistant
Sandra Fox
Optical Hearing Assistant
Lisa Eames
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