Book your appointment
Paul and the team look forward to welcoming you to Carrick Eyecare, your local opticians in Carrickfergus.
Use the simple booking form to confirm your appointment. Our fully comprehensive eye tests are £25. We are always available for new and existing patients and welcome private and NHS patients.
Choosing new glasses? We offer payment plans, glasses start from £49 and all 2nd pairs are 50% off from £79!
Have you got a question? You will find some frequently asked questions below that should hopefully address your queries.
Want to speak with someone?
If you are struggling to use the form above, or would prefer to talk with us, please call 02893 363553.
If you are visiting to book your Audio Care appointment, please visit: https://www.audiocare.co.uk/book-online.html
How much does an eye exam cost?
For adults, our eye exams are currently £25. For children under 16, and persons over 65 years of old, there is no charge. You may also be eligible for a free eye examination if you have certain medical conditions. Please get in touch for more information.
How do I know if I’m entitled to my eye exam is free on the NHS?
You may be eligible for a free eye test through the NHS if you fall into one of the following categories:
– Below the age of 16
– Above the age of 60
– Aged 16 to 18 and enrolled in full-time education
Additionally, qualification is possible if you or your partner receive:
– Income support
– Universal Credit (meeting the specified criteria, see www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/UC with a valid HC2 form)
– Income-based Jobseekers allowance
– Tax Credit (listed on a valid NHS Tax Exemption Certificate)
– Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
– Pension Credit guarantee credit
– Possession of a valid HC2 certificate
Alternatively, you may be eligible for a free eye test due to certain medical conditions, such as:
– Diagnosed with diabetes type 1 or type 2
– Glaucoma
– Over 40 and a parent/sibling/child of an individual with or previously had glaucoma
– Prescribed complex lenses under the NHS optical voucher scheme
– Registered blind/partially sighted
If none of these circumstances apply to you, the eye examination fee is £20.00. All appointments should be booked in advance by calling us at 028 9336 3553 or via our website here: www.carrickeyecare.com/book-appointment
I’ve been with another Optician. Do I tell them I’m leaving or can I just come to you?
If you want to move opticians to Carrick Eyecare, nothing is needed. We can check the health of your eye and get a clear understanding of your overall eye health.
Book an appointment here and we look forward to seeing you.
Do you offer hearcare services?
Yes we do! We have partnered up with Audiocare who have clinics all over Northern Ireland. They have regular weekly clinics with us where they offer ear wax removal & hearing tests all completed by a qualified Audiologist.
Hearing tests are currently free with Audiocare for over 65s. It is £50 for under 65’s. Ear wax removal is £69 and this is for one ear or both.
You can book via the audiocare website: www.audiocare.co.uk or give us a call on 02893 363553.