Arbuthnot Opticians

Arbuthnot Opticians Practices in Barry and Penarth with a fantastic reputation for high quality clinical service.

Originally set up in Barry in 1975 and then Penarth in 2012, we have developed a reputation for outstanding independent eye care and investing in the latest diagnostic technologies. Our philosophy on spectacles is to bring the latest, stunning, high quality frames which are mainly available in boutique city practices to Barry and Penarth. We provide these at affordable and competitive prices with expert advice from qualified dispensing opticians. We have great interest in providing the best lens solutions whether spectacle or contact and are a Seiko lens specialist and Acuvue centre of excellence

New brand alert!✨🚨Say hello to Vibe by Cameo.🌈If you're wanting to add a little personality to your specs then this is t...
03/04/2026

New brand alert!✨🚨

Say hello to Vibe by Cameo.🌈

If you're wanting to add a little personality to your specs then this is the perfect way to keep things stylish and still easy to wear everyday. 🤩

Classic style, precision vision. 🤩Mr P chose a sleep Etnia Schumacher frame. Paired with Seiko Prime varifocals.  The pe...
02/04/2026

Classic style, precision vision. 🤩

Mr P chose a sleep Etnia Schumacher frame. Paired with Seiko Prime varifocals. The perfect combination of modern design and advanced lens technology. 👌✨

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Another stunning pair ready for it's new home. ✨
01/04/2026

Another stunning pair ready for it's new home. ✨



Another happy patient 💚Mrs R looks stunning in this beautifully handcrafted Wissing frame. Paired with our premium Seiko...
31/03/2026

Another happy patient 💚

Mrs R looks stunning in this beautifully handcrafted Wissing frame. Paired with our premium Seiko varifocal lenses. 🤩

(P.S. Yes... she's off to buy more outfits to match😉)



Happy Monday! And a big drumroll needed this week, for it’s the turn of the longest serving Arbuthnots staff member - Ja...
30/03/2026

Happy Monday! And a big drumroll needed this week, for it’s the turn of the longest serving Arbuthnots staff member - Jan.
Jan celebrates an amazing 52 years with Arbuthnots this year! - she is the only member of staff who was here even before Mr Ted Arbuthnot himself.
You might see Jan downstairs on reception in our Barry practice, but she also does a huge amount of the ‘behind the scenes’ work upstairs. Jan also loves to embrace her creative side, and has produced many of the eye catching window displays over the years.
Throughout her time in Broad Street Jan has of course seen lots of staff and patients pass through the doors - and she loves an excuse to organise a celebration. Nobody is allowed a low key birthday celebration when Jan is around!
Outside of work, Jan is kept busy with her children, grandchildren and a menagerie of animals! Her creative side is kept busy at home too - I’m not sure even Jan can keep track of how many fancy dress outfits for family members she has created over the years!

Our easter opening hours are as follows: 🐣Good Friday 3rd April- closedSaturday 4th April- closedEaster Sunday 5th April...
30/03/2026

Our easter opening hours are as follows: 🐣

Good Friday 3rd April- closed
Saturday 4th April- closed
Easter Sunday 5th April- closed
Easter Monday 6th April- closed
Tuesday 7th April- 9.00-5.30pm

If you wish to book a routine eye examination in this time then please use our online booking system on our website: www.arbuthnotopticians.co.uk

If you have an eye related emergency then please call 111.

As Seiko lens specialists, we don't just fit lenses, we tailor them to your lifestyle need. Whether that's reducing glar...
25/03/2026

As Seiko lens specialists, we don't just fit lenses, we tailor them to your lifestyle need. Whether that's reducing glare, enhancing comfort on screens or finding the right UV protection for you, every detail is considered. ✨🤩

From a variety of coatings to personalised lens designs, it's all about giving you the best possible vision in every moment.

This Ogreen Twist frame is a perfect example of understated design done right. This shape gives edge and elevation Mr M....
24/03/2026

This Ogreen Twist frame is a perfect example of understated design done right. This shape gives edge and elevation Mr M. ✨

Lightweight titanium, precision engineering and built for all day comfort without compromising on style. 🤩



Monday again already! - which means it’s time for another Meet the team Monday. This week say hello to our brilliant dis...
23/03/2026

Monday again already! - which means it’s time for another Meet the team Monday. This week say hello to our brilliant dispensing optician Nia, who joined the Arbuthnots family in 2017 and became a partner in 2024.
Nia has a fantastic range of colourful glasses herself, and relishes sourcing new brands that we think our patients will enjoy seeing on our shelves.
Now that her 2 children are both away at university, Nia is quite enjoying being an empty nester! To relax, she enjoys walking/hiking and running - and loves getting away in the campervan at weekends.

Indie found out we have dog treats in store and popped in to see us! 🤩✨We love meeting your furry friends 🐕
21/03/2026

Indie found out we have dog treats in store and popped in to see us! 🤩✨

We love meeting your furry friends 🐕

Huge thanks to our lovely patient Mr L who dropped in a little sweet treat for us for seeing him!✨ 😍🍫
20/03/2026

Huge thanks to our lovely patient Mr L who dropped in a little sweet treat for us for seeing him!✨ 😍🍫

This stunning purple marbled Cocoa Mint frame is that perfect pop of colour! 😍💜 Mrs W looked fantastic in her new frames...
20/03/2026

This stunning purple marbled Cocoa Mint frame is that perfect pop of colour! 😍💜

Mrs W looked fantastic in her new frames, we hope she loves them as much as we do 😍

Address

6 Broad Street
Barry
CF627XP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 12:30pm

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