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Monday 8:30am - 6pm Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm Wednesday 8:30am - 8pm Thursday 8:30am - 6pm Friday 8:30am - 6pm Saturday 9am - 4pm

Thomas Carter Opticians

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Thomas Carter Opticians

An award winning independent optician that people trust and recommend to their friends and family. To book an appointment, please visit our website.

Claire, Helen & Anna - Resident Optometrists
Joanne - Practice Manager
Louise - Dispensing Optician
Amy - Optical Dispenser
Anne-Marie - Optical Assistant

29/03/2026

"The vision I have now is the best I have had for years." 👓🌙

There is nothing we love more than hearing how a precise prescription tweak can change a patient's life—especially when it comes to the confidence of night-time driving.

Huge thanks to our patient Michael for this "First Class" review! We pride ourselves on moving away from the "high street" approach to give you the time, knowledge, and style you deserve.

27/03/2026

Very professional staff and always extremely friendly..."

Thank you, Mark! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We take pride in making sure every patient leaves feeling informed and looked after.

Book your next eye exam soon!. 🗓️

25/03/2026

Did you know that contact lenses and their blister packs are often not accepted in standard household recycling? 😱

Because they are so small, they can easily end up in landfill or our oceans. But we’re here to help you change that! ♻️

We have a dedicated ACUVUE® & TerraCycle recycling point right here in the practice! You can drop off:

✅ Used soft contact lenses
✅ Plastic blister packs
✅ Foil covers

It doesn't matter what brand you use or where you bought them—everyone is welcome to use our recycling bin. 🤝

Let’s keep Urmston green and our oceans clean! 🌊🌱

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23/03/2026

👁️ Meet the Phoropter: Precision in Every Click! 📣 Sound on
Ever wondered about that high-tech gadget we use during your eye exam? 🧐 Our very own Helen—who has been part of the Thomas Carter team for 13 years—is here to give you a behind-the-scenes look at the Phoropter! 🌟

From Retro to Cutting-Edge:
Back in the day: Eye tests involved manually swapping countless lenses into a heavy, old-fashioned pair of "trial frames." 👓
Today: The Phoropter houses every single lens we need in one streamlined machine. 🤖✨

Why is this better for you?

⚡ Faster: No more fumbling with loose lenses.
✅ Easier: A smoother, more comfortable experience.
🎯 More Accurate: It helps us find your perfect prescription with pinpoint precision.

Whether you're a long-time patient or due for your first visit, Helen and the rest of our expert team are here to make sure you see the world clearly!

📍 Visit us at 4 Station Road, Urmston to experience the latest in eye care technology.

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21/03/2026

Our team of super stars spent Wednesday leveling up their skills with Essilor. Why? Because we’re love with making your patient journey the best it can be.

We’re back in the practice and ready to help you see—and look—your best. 👓🙌

📍 4 Station Road, Urmston
📞 0161 747 5555

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20/03/2026

Happy 1st Day of Spring! 🌸
🌻 It's finally here, the season of renewal and rejuvenation! 🌞

Spring is a popular time for
🤓New Frames
🌵Dry Eye Clinic
👩‍👩‍👦‍👦Family Care

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17/03/2026

Feeling "paws-itively" lucky this St. Patrick's Day! ☘️🐶

While we might not recommend these specific clover frames for your everyday commute, we do have a shop full of styles that will make you look just as sharp.

Wishing all our wonderful patients a day full of luck and laughter. If you’re seeing double (even before the celebrations start!), come in and see us for a check-up! 🥂✨

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16/03/2026

We just received this lovely 5-star review. Reviews like this mean the world to us.

Thank you Peter for trusting us with your vision!

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14/03/2026

Look on the bright side with Paul Smith. 👓✨

Effortlessly cool and impeccably crafted. Whether you're after a bold statement or a subtle classic, the latest Paul Smith collection is designed to help you see the world with a little more style.

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13/03/2026

Help us wish a very Happy Birthday to a vital part of our Thomas Carter family—the wonderful Anne-Marie! 🎂✨

Whether she’s welcoming you at the front of house with her signature smile or assisting our dispensing team, Anne-Marie makes sure every patient is perfectly looked after.

Have a fantastic day, Anne-Marie! We’re so lucky to have you. 🥂❤️

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11/03/2026

Life happens—but your glasses should be able to handle it. 🛠️

Whether they get sat on, dropped, or shoved into a bag, Flexon frames are engineered with memory metal that allows them to bend and return to their original shape. They really are Made to Last.

Come try on the most resilient frames in the shop! 👓✨

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08/03/2026

Huge shoutout to the powerhouse trio—Anna, Claire, and Jo—on International Women’s Day! ⚡️

Thomas Carter wouldn’t be the same without your leadership, sharp wit, and "boss lady" energy. Thanks for constantly raising the bar and showing us how it’s done.

Happy IWD! 👑💪

Address

4 Station Road
Manchester
M419JN

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 8pm
Thursday	8:30am - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+441617475555

Website

http://www.thomascarteropticians.co.uk/

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We are an independent Optician in Urmston.

And by that, we mean to say we are a bunch of friendly peeps who care about our Community. You won’t find another Opticians practice quite like ours, we are sure of that.

Book in with our admin team, come see us for a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy a thorough eyetest from our qualified and professional Optometrists and then have the dispensing team (or maybe all of us) help make your eyewear decisions fun and easy.

We have late opening times during the week to try accommodate those who work full time hours who can’t always come in at the weekend.