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The technology, treatments and fashions might have changed, but the commitment to customer care at Robert Frith Optometrists remains the same.

In March, a small team from Robert Frith Optometrists travelled from the UK to eastern Kenya with a mission to help people see. Led by optometrist Simon Frackiewicz, who was making his ninth visit to the region, the group included fellow optometrist Jane Cordell, local GP Dr James Buckle, and t ...

Among the thousands of runners who took part in this year’s London Marathon was Robert Frith’s granddaughter, Molly, who has clearly inherited our founder’s talent for running. Robert was a world record-setting sprinter who, in later life, ran the London Marathonon behalf of Sightsaver ...

With schools set to start again imminently, now’s the perfect time to ensure your child’s eyes are in good health and their prescriptions are up to date. With good vision being such an important part of the learning process, we recommend the following family eyecare tips to give your child ...

Do you ever find it hard to see in the sun, even when wearing sunglasses? If so, the chances are your lenses aren’t polarised. While standard sunglasses will darken the bright light and protect you from UV, they aren’t equipped to deal with the bright glare that reflects off concrete, wate ...

As we officially welcome the summer, so comes the expectation of long days with hours of sunshine. You may be already counting down the days to a summer holiday, but it’s important to consider family eyecare, even if you’re not planning to travel far. Sun’s out, sunnies on We all k ...

As we edge our way towards summer, sunshine should hopefully become less and less elusive. Sunglasses may be the finishing touch to your outfit, but it’s crucial not to underestimate the importance of a good quality pair for protecting your eyes too. UV and our eyes It’s easy to noti ...

Huge congratulations to our Manager, Partner & Dispensing Optician, Beverley and her partner Tom, on the birth of Hugh Jacob Alner. Hugh was born on 13 July at the healthy weight of 7lb 8.5oz. Mother and baby are doing very well, and we very much look forward to meeting Hugh soon! ...

I want say a huge congratulations to Shelley Strong from Bridport who has completed 20 years sterling service, first with IJ Brown and lately with Friths. She must have started with IJ Brown straight from school! Those of you who know Shelley will know what a dedicated and enthusiastic pers ...

Huge congratulations to Yeovil's dispensing optician Abby, and her husband Mark, on the birth of Elena Grace. Elena was born on 9th June at a healthy weight of 6lb 5oz. Here she is with proud parents, and an even prouder big brother Alfie. ...

It is with great regret that I am writing to inform you of the impending closure of our practice in Glastonbury. After some years, and considerable investment, trying to build the practice up to a sustainable level we have finally been forced to take the sad decision that keeping the practice open i ...

Congratulations to optometrists Ben and Simon, practicing between Yeovil Chard, both have passed their IP (Independent Prescriber) examinations. Already orthoptists as well as optometrists becoming IPs means that they can expand the already fantastic service that they provide, making life easier and ...

Acanthamoeba eye infections in contact lens wearers are rare but serious, and they often start because of improper lens handling and poor hygiene. What Are Acanthamoeba? Acanthamoeba are naturally occurring protozoa (tiny, one-celled animals) commonly found in water sources, such as tap water, ...

Our congratulations go to Sandra Ingarfield in Chard practice for passing her final qualifying exams and is now a fully fledged, qualified and GOC registered Dispensing Optician and thus becomes Sandra Ingarfield FBDO. I can't stress enough the importance we place on working with fully qualified ...

David Hatcher, Optometrist at Robert Frith’s in Shaftesbury has become British dry slope skiing champion, again! His combination of quick movements on the flat and smooth turns on the slopes put him almost half a second ahead of his nearest competitor. Congratulations to David on this decisive wi ...