Long Stratton Eyecare

27/01/2026

🌞 Hello 2026… we’re looking ahead to sunnier days! 😎 🌞

Our first new frame arrivals of 2026 have officially landed at Long Stratton Eye Care, and we’re already dreaming of brighter days ahead.

Paula couldn’t resist and has already picked out a pair for her holiday 😉 — but don’t worry, she’s not having all the fun! These gorgeous new frames have arrived just in time for our second pair offer, making it the perfect moment to treat your eyes.

Whether you’re fed up with being dazzled by the low sun on the drive home 🚗✨ or feeling extra sensitive to light after cataract surgery, a good pair of sunglasses can make all the difference. Protect your peepers from UV damage and enjoy clearer, more comfortable vision.

From subtle marble tones to classic, timeless styles, there’s something for everyone — and this is just a sneak peek 👀

⏰ Hurry — offer ends 15th February 2026!
Pop in and find your perfect pair before they’re gone!

26/01/2026

🎉 Birthday vibes for Karen! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating Karen, one of our brilliant dispensing team and our very own contact lens whizz 🤓✨

You might also know her as “the lady with the red glasses” 👓❤️ — Karen is fearless when it comes to spec choices and somehow manages to rock every single pair. And yes… she’s done it again. A brand new pair of specs is on the way and due to arrive later this week 👀✨ Big reveal pending…

Karen isn’t in the practice today (as is only right!) because she’s off celebrating her birthday 🎂 We’re hoping this includes a very nice birthday lunch somewhere special… hint hint to the husband 😜🍽️

We hope she’s having the best day and we’re already looking forward to celebrating properly with some birthday cake when she’s back tomorrow 🧁

We’re sure you’ll all join us in wishing Karen a super, spec-tacular birthday 🎈💙

23/01/2026

💡 Free Tech Drop-In for People with Sight Loss 💡
On Monday 26th January, Vision Norfolk are hosting a free technology drop-in session designed to support people living with sight loss and show how technology can make everyday life easier.

You don’t need to book and you don’t need any prior tech experience – just drop in anytime between 10am and 1pm.
The session is all about building confidence and exploring accessible technology, including:
iPads & iPhones
Samsung phones & tablets
Synapptic phones & tablets
BlindShell phones

Whether you’re completely new to technology or want to get more from the accessibility features on your device, these sessions are there to help you overcome barriers and discover what’s possible.

🗣️ “These free drop-in sessions really help people living with sight loss build confidence with technology and make the most of the excellent accessibility features available,” says Barbara Dunn, Services Manager and Deputy Chief Executive at Vision Norfolk.

🔍 Assistive Technology Demonstrations
On the last Monday of every month, representatives from Humanware and Optelec will also be at the Vision Norfolk Norwich Hub (10:30am–3pm) offering hands-on demonstrations of the latest assistive technology – from electronic magnifiers and text-to-speech devices to talking GPS and braille technology.

This is a fantastic opportunity to try equipment, ask questions, and learn in a relaxed and supportive environment. You don’t need to know anything beforehand – that’s exactly what the session is for.
📍 Venue:
Bradbury Activity Centre
Beckham Place, Edward Street
Norwich, NR3 3DZ
📞 Contact:
01603 573000
📧 digitalinclusionproject@visionnorfolk.org.uk

Please help spread the word – it would be a real shame for such an incredible, supportive service not to be used by those who could benefit from it. 💙

https://www.visionnorfolk.org.uk/digital-inclusion/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAPgnBFjbGNrA-CcAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHlO2yzE4fREHiYgZqEOHgnZ8T54UjURwoAMqRqqfhA7gx3mJW0j9Fzg9Aa5a_aem_mxtcSuaqvc2S_JAPta4YDA

Digital Inclusion Support for People with Sight Loss Helping you feel confident, connected, and independent with digital technology. Image: People sitting around a table holding smartphones. From January 2026 Vision Norfolk is launching a new programme to support people with sight loss to gain digit...

23/01/2026

👓✨ One pair for work, one pair for play…
One pair for TV indoors, another to keep in the car…
One pair on the bedside table, another in your handbag or workshop…
One pair for daily jobs and one pair for best...
One pair for the office desk, one for working from home!

Why settle for one when you can have 50% off a second set of lenses with any new frame at Long Stratton Eyecare?

🗓 Offer running from 15th January to 15th February 2026. T&Cs apply. 😎

21/01/2026

👀✨ A rare sighting… last-minute appointments! ✨👀

This almost never happens, but illness season has struck and we’ve had a couple of appointments open up this Thursday 👀📅

Even better? It lines up perfectly with our fab offer 👉 50% OFF your second set of lenses when you’ve purchased from us in 2025 🙌
(Hello sunnies, spares, or office specs 😎👓)

📞 Give us a call to snap up an appointment and let’s get your eyesight sorted for a crystal-clear start to 2026 ✨

Quick before they’re gone — blink and you’ll miss them! 😉

*T+C's apply.

19/01/2026

🏃‍♀️ Running, Vision & Perspective 👀

Many of you know that when she isn’t in the examination room, Sarah-Jane loves running. Earlier this year, her work and hobby came together in a special way. She completed England Athletics training to become a qualified guide runner for visually impaired runners, helping more people take part in the local running community.

As an optometrist, Sarah-Jane already understands eye conditions, but experiencing them first-hand was eye-opening. The course host brought a range of specialist glasses to simulate different visual impairments. We then moved on to learning how to guide and provide clear, timely instructions before experiencing running blindfolded while being guided – it gave a real sense of the challenges visually impaired runners face. It was a powerful reminder of just how brave people are when tackling day-to-day life or pursuing a hobby without full sight.

The training, hosted by Harleston Running Club, was fully booked – despite the snowy conditions ❄️ – and has now added many more qualified guide runners across Norfolk, making local park runs and events more accessible than ever.

For Sarah-Jane, the experience reinforced something she feels strongly about: being an optometrist is one thing, but experiencing it yourself changes your perspective. It has strengthened her commitment to do her very best for her patients and local community, both in practice and beyond, while working to make activities like running accessible for all.

If you’re interested in becoming a guide runner or taking part in the course (park runs need walkers too!), you can register via the England Athletics website.

15/01/2026

🎉 We Turn Five! 👓

At the end of last year, we celebrated five amazing years since I purchased M. Shepherd Optometrist – and what a journey it’s been! So much has changed in that time, and I feel incredibly fortunate that Karen joined me shortly after I started, with Paula not far behind. Together, we’ve built something really special, and we couldn’t have done it without our patients – so this is a little thank you and a bit of a celebration!

To mark the occasion, we’ve teamed up with our lens suppliers to offer something extra special: 50% off a second set of lenses when you purchase a new frame!

If you’ve purchased from us this year or in 2025, pop in over the next few weeks to grab this fab saving.

Your second pair can be exactly what you need – single vision, varifocal, sunglasses, reading glasses for your bedside or handbag, or even occupational/office lenses.

It’s a little way of saying thank you – and because we work so closely with our suppliers, it’s a limited-time offer you won’t want to miss.

📅 Offer runs 15th January – 15th February 2026
⚠️ Limited time only. Not to be used with other discounts. Excludes essential and package frames. Discount applies to the least expensive set of lenses.

08/01/2026

🌙 Late Evening Eye Exams = Big Win! 👀

Our late evening appointments have been a huge hit — perfect for fitting your eye test into the working day and keeping your days off completely free 🙌

Now we’re thinking of expanding our opening hours, and we’d love your input 💬

If we add more flexible testing times, what would you prefer?

👍🏼 Another late evening (open until 7pm)
❤️ Early morning appointments (8:00am & 8:45am)

React below and help us shape our opening hours around you! 😊

05/01/2026

We hope everyone had a lovely New Year and we’re wishing you all a fabulous 2026 ✨

We’re back open today from 9:00am

Please take extra care if you’re travelling in to see us, as roads and pavements are quite icy ❄️

If you need to reschedule, just let us know — safety always comes first 💙

24/12/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at Long Stratton Eye Care! ✨🎄

We’d like to wish all our wonderful patients a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy festive season. Thank you for your continued support this year 💙

🎅 Christmas opening hours:
We are now closed and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 30th December 2025.

📞 Routine enquiries:
Please call and leave a voicemail on 01508 532 669 or email hello@longstrattoneyecare.co.uk, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible on our return.

🚨 Urgent eye concerns:
If you have an urgent eye condition requiring triage, please contact CUES on 0300 303 4922.

✨🎄Wishing you a joyful Christmas and a bright New Year! ✨👓

23/12/2025

Isn't this the time of year for reflecting? And as we look back at our snapshots from the year, we can only conclude what a fantastic year it has been.

As we close our doors for the Christmas break, we wanted to say a huge thank you for making this year so special. Whether it’s been quick chats, shared laughs, or helping you choose your next favourite pair of specs, we’ve loved every moment. We’re incredibly grateful to be part of such a supportive and vibrant local community, and it’s a privilege to care for you.

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year — we can’t wait to welcome you back in 2026 with more care, more catch-ups, more fabulous eyewear, and plenty of smiles all round 🎄✨👓

19/12/2025

🎄✨ We know it’s that time of year when the mince pies are disappearing mysteriously 😋, we’re already halfway through our advent calendars 📅🍫, and it’s just a few more sleeps before Santa arrives in Norfolk 🎅💫!

With Christmas fast approaching, we wanted to share our festive opening hours. We know everyone is extra busy, so we’ll be open intermittently to check voicemails and carry out any emergency spectacle repairs 🤓🛠️.

If you do need us, just leave a voicemail or pop us an email — we’ll pick it up as soon as we’re next open. ✉️✨