Gibson and Thomson Opticians

Gibson and Thomson Opticians We are a local business who have been providing eye care services for the Garstang and the surrounding community for many years. We look forward to seeing you!

- Friendly & Professional Service
- Private Eye examinations £45.00 (OCT and retinal photographs included)
- Free NHS Eye examinations
- Children's Eyecare - Free Frames!
- Contact Lens Fitting
- Glaucoma & Diabetes
- Designer frames
- Latest Lenses Supplied
- Designer prescription sunglasses
- Spectacle Repair Service


Enjoy a traditional Garstang welcome, where warmth, good humour and individual attention awaits you. FULL EYE EXAMINATION – This vital health check is often free under the NHS, and at only £45.00 for a complete private test including OCT scan with retinal photographs, full visual fields screening and tests for glaucoma and diabetes, represents excellent value for money. CHILDRENS EYECARE - An excellent range of childrens frames, all sprung jointed to cope with rigours of daily life! Lightweight and safe plastic lenses are standard. Wide range of free frames available. CONTACT LENS FITTING – Acuvue, Clariti, Bausch and Lomb, and Proclear lenses form the central products in our range, but we can draw on a wide range of resources to suit all requirements. SPECTACLE FRAMES - Ranges from basic models through to the latest designer styles from Ted Baker, Calvin Klein, Anglo American, Tom Davies, to name but a few, we can ensure you find a frame which suits your lifestyle perfectly. THIN, LIGHTWEIGHT LENSES - All lens types available, including single vision, bifocals, varifocals, from suppliers such as SEIKO, ZEISS, HOYA. Using the latest digital technology varifocal lenses called 'Free form'. The thinnest and lightest lenses are always available for maximum comfort to complement the clearest vision possible. Please call in or telephone for any further information.

We've always taken pride in our award winning window displays. This month, we've focused on the chill in the air with ou...
29/01/2026

We've always taken pride in our award winning window displays. This month, we've focused on the chill in the air with our winter ski theme.

Protecting your eyes when playing winter sports is important ⛷️ goggles are a great way to excel your game whilst protecting yourself from UV rays 🕶️

Comment below with your favourite winter activity 👇

We've always taken pride in our award winning window displays. This month, we've focused on the chill in the air with ou...
29/01/2026

We've always taken pride in our award winning window displays. This month, we've focused on the chill in the air with our winter ski theme!

Protecting your eyes when playing winter sports is super important ⛷️ protective goggles are a great way to excel your game while keeping that UV at bay 🕶️

Comment below with your favourite winter activity 👇

Have you ever considered trying contact lenses? They're a great addition for those times when you don't want to wear you...
27/01/2026

Have you ever considered trying contact lenses? They're a great addition for those times when you don't want to wear your glasses 👓

Why not book a trial to help you decide if contact lenses are right for you? We will suggest the best lens type and give you plenty of time to become comfortable wearing them, answering any questions you may have along the way.

Call us on 01995 605621 or call in for more information 🤓

22/01/2026

Our January Picks 👓

From Calvin Klein to Anglo American, Gibson and Thomson Opticians has a range of frames no matter your style or budget.

Have you seen what's in stock yet? Why not contact us through the links in our bio or pop in shop to find out more.

Let us know your favourite by leaving a comment!

Did you know that a sight test is the best way to detect early signs of glaucoma?Glaucoma is a progressive condition tha...
20/01/2026

Did you know that a sight test is the best way to detect early signs of glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a progressive condition that initially affects your peripheral vision. Many people with early glaucoma are not aware of any symptoms, and if left untreated it can cause irreversible loss of vision.

Thankfully, due to modern advances such as OCT scans as part of a routine sight test, glaucoma is usually detected in the early stages when it is easily treatable, normally with eye drops. Permanent loss of vision due to Glaucoma is now rare, but can occur among those who are not diagnosed until later stages because they think there is nothing wrong with their vision. Regular sight tests with an OCT scan ensure the signs are found before sight deteriorates.

A standard sight test is funded by the NHS every 2 years if you:

· Are aged 60 or over;

· Are aged 40 or over and have a close relative with glaucoma;

· Have diabetes;

· Are in receipt of certain benefits such as Universal Credit.

There are other qualifying criteria, so please ask or visit our website for more details. Please note OCT scans are not funded by the NHS. Book your sight test and OCT scan today!

Frame of the Month - Outspoken*This beautiful outspoken frame is our selection for January. Unique in shape, its black f...
15/01/2026

Frame of the Month - Outspoken*

This beautiful outspoken frame is our selection for January. Unique in shape, its black frame and gold sides makes them a stylish modern fit and perfectly on trend.

Contact us on 01995 605621 to order your pair 👓

*Only £149.50

Meet Mark Gibson 👓Practice Owner and Dispensing OpticianMark first started as a trainee optical mechanic in 1983, qualif...
13/01/2026

Meet Mark Gibson 👓
Practice Owner and Dispensing Optician

Mark first started as a trainee optical mechanic in 1983, qualifying as a Dispensing Optician in 1987. He proudly became the owner of Gibson and Thomson Opticians in 1998, having taken over the business which has been running across Lancashire for around 70 years.

In his spare time, Mark volunteers his time to North West Blood Bikes 🏍️

Swipe right to learn why Mark has long loved his career in optics ➡️

Glaucoma impacts over 700,000 people in the UK and is set to rise over the next ten years.It's important to visit your o...
08/01/2026

Glaucoma impacts over 700,000 people in the UK and is set to rise over the next ten years.

It's important to visit your optician to check for signs of early Glaucoma, or to monitor the disease if already diagnosed.

Here at Gibson and Thomson Opticians, we not only check the health of your eyes during your test, but also use OCT scans to monitor the progression of Glaucoma.

Did you know that an OCT can help spot early signs of glaucoma?

06/01/2026

We're here to support all your eye care needs 🤓

Get in touch to book an eye test on ➡️ 01995 605621 or via our email ➡️ reception@markgibsonopticians.co.uk

Happy 2026 to all of our patients 🎊Let us reintroduce ourselves: Gibson and Thomson Opticians is a family run, local ind...
01/01/2026

Happy 2026 to all of our patients 🎊

Let us reintroduce ourselves: Gibson and Thomson Opticians is a family run, local independent in Garstang, Preston. Whether you're in need of an eye test, a fresh new pair of spectacles, or some friendly advice, we're here to help.

Check out our 2026 opening times and the best way to contact us by swiping right ➡️

Welcoming old and new patients this new year! We can't wait to see you 🤓

Did you know that not everyone has a perfectly spherical cornea? Some people have Astigmatism which means that it is sha...
01/11/2024

Did you know that not everyone has a perfectly spherical cornea? Some people have Astigmatism which means that it is shaped more like a rugby ball instead.

Did you know camels have two ways of protecting their eyes? They have very long eyelashes which can measure up to 10cm l...
25/10/2024

Did you know camels have two ways of protecting their eyes?

They have very long eyelashes which can measure up to 10cm long and have three eyelids! A translucent layer covers the camels eyes so that they can still see to navigate through sand storms and the harsh environments of the desert.

Address

1 Market Place, Garstang
Preston
PR31ZA

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:45am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 12:45pm
Thursday 8:45am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 12:45pm

Telephone

+441995605621

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- Friendly & professional service in Garstang and surrounding areas - Private eye examinations £29.00 - Free NHS eye examinations - Thorough eye examinations featuring our state of the art OCT scanner - Children's eyecare - Free frames! - Contact lens fitting - Free trial - Hearing service - Glaucoma & diabetes testing - Designer frames - Latest lenses supplied - Designer presciption sunglasses from £89 - Spectacle repair service Enjoy a traditional Garstang welcome, where warmth, good humour and individual attention awaits you. FULL EYE EXAMINATION – This vital health check is often free under the NHS, and at only £29.00 for a complete private test including full visual fields screening and tests for glaucoma and diabetes, represents excellent value for money.

ENHANCED EYE EXAMINATION - We also offer the OCT as part of the enhanced examination at only £59.00 for a private test or £30.00 on top of an NHS sight test. Our state of the art OCT scanner is similar to an ultrasound scan but uses light rather than sound to look through the layers of the retina. When an optometrist looks inside your eye in a standard examination they can see the surface of the retina, but with an OCT scan we can literally see through the surface into the layers beneath. This tells us so much more and can help prevent loss of vision if problems are spotted early. Enhanced examinations also include retinal photographs, sometimes referred to as fundus photography. CHILDRENS EYECARE - An excellent range of childrens frames, all sprung jointed to cope with rigours of daily life! Lightweight and safe plastic lenses are standard. Wide range of free frames available. CONTACT LENS FITTING – Acuvue, Focus, Bausch and Lomb, and Proclear lenses form the central products in our range, but we can draw on a wide range of resources to suit all requirements. We offer a FREE CONTACT LENS TRIAL (terms and conditions apply) HEARING SERVICE - Robert Hood visits our practice regularly to provide a high quality hearing service. Robert is highly respected in the area and has been taking care of people's hearing for many years. SPECTACLE FRAMES - Ranges from basic models through to the latest designer styles from Ted Baker, Calvin Klein, Elle, Anglo American, Espirit and Jaeger to name but a few, we can ensure you find a frame which suits your lifestyle perfectly. THIN, LIGHTWEIGHT LENSES - All lens types available, including Kodak, Transitions, and the latest digital technology varifocal lenses called 'Free form' plus the new anti glare lens coating from Teflon. The thinnest and lightest lenses are always available for maximum comfort to complement the clearest vision possible. LATEST OFFER! PRESCRIPTION SUNGLASSES IN DESIGNER FRAMES FROM ONLY £89.00! Choose from this years latest designs by Ted Baker, Calvin Klein, Jaeger and others, and have single vision lenses included, at £10.00 off RRP. While stocks last! Please call in or telephone for any further information. We look forward to seeing you!