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Abra & Co

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In our patients’ words

600+ five-star reviews, and counting. This is what it feels like to be looked after by a family of independent opticians: unhurried eye tests, honest advice, and people who remember your name. Read what our patients say about all five practices, then come and see for yourself.

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An eye test at Abra & Co
Forty-five minutes with the optometrist, and time to talk. It is what the reviews keep coming back to.

Hear it from our patients

Before you trust us with your eyes, hear it from the people who already have.

Every visit ends with one question: how did we do? These are the answers, in our patients’ own words, dated, and with the practice they came from. Hundreds of them, telling you what it is like to be looked after by a family of independent opticians who treat you as one of their own: the time we take, the honesty, the care. If you have ever felt rushed, or pushed into buying, read on. Then book, and see for yourself.

4.9★★★★★600+ Google reviews
Tom L.Middleton · July 2026 · Google
Brilliant service very friendly staff and a no rush service Really informative and helpful when reviewing and selecting a new pair of glasses would highly recommend

CiaranMiddleton · April 2026 · Google
Many thanks to Abra & Co. I greatly appreciate the time that they spent helping me select the perfect glasses. The staff are friendly, informative and knowledgeable. I’ll be returning for years to come.

Steve L.Middleton · March 2026 · Google
Absolutely fabulous, professional and friendly always looking after me would recommend them

Shane S.Middleton · February 2026 · Google
The best eye test I’ve ever had. Customer service is second to none. Nothing I’ve had in the past compares. Would recommend to anybody reading this, you will not be disappointed.

Roger B.Middleton · February 2026 · Google
I have been a customer here for years now. I haven’t had a bad experience. The staff are always courteous friendly and efficient. Their style is more a kin to a family run business than most. The staff are knowledgeable in thier respective fields too. I would recommend thier services without hesitation.

NelsterMiddleton · February 2026 · Google
Excellent options for the family especially my son with special needs they make him feel comfortable and confident…always help when needed..very friendly

Susan M.Middleton · December 2025 · Google
Absolutely excellent service and friendly. The customer service is also excellent.

Thomas M.Middleton · April 2025 · Google
Really friendly staff, they get the job done and a very comfortable environment. Easy to access on the main road and not too busy

Grace S.Middleton · February 2025 · Google
Amazing customer service & experience, had eye test & found the perfect pair of glasses, had them fit perfectly. The choice of glasses are great aswell was hard to choose however they gave me advice on shapes and colours that suited me

Bebs W.Middleton · November 2024 · Google
The refurbished premises are very smart and calming. The staff were excellent and very thorough. Everyone took their time to explain everything so that I could easily understand. 5 stars 😊

Kim K.Middleton · November 2024 · Google
Very thorough eye test and so helpful with choosing the correct lenses and frames to suit my needs.

Diane C.Middleton · August 2024 · Google
Always friendly and welcoming. Very efficient and easy access to everything.

Leonie D.Middleton · June 2024 · Google
Professional, friendly and efficient service. I feel I can trust the staff here too

Sarah H.Middleton · April 2024 · Google
Staff are really helpful and explain everything well.

Jacqueline M.Middleton · March 2024 · Google
As a new patient to Abra, the whole experience was a delight.

Megan H.Middleton · June 2023 · Google
The best opticians I have experienced in all my years of wearing glasses. I know my eyes are having the best care and the staff are extremely helpful and knowledgeable.

PMiddleton · April 2023 · Google
Since that first visit to the collection of my glasses it has been a true pleasure to deal with them. Absolutely amazing service. professional, punctual, respectful everything is well explained and clarified. They just exceed my expectations.

June W.Winsford · August 2022 · Google
The assistant was extremely helpful with my glasses problem and did manage to sort it out for me

JoshCheadle · October 2021 · Google
Great service with really friendly and helpful staff.

Brenda A.Heald Green · October 2021 · Google
Very professional but friendly and helpful. I was able to buy the make of lens I prefer rather than what the larger companies wanted to sell me.

Tom P.Heald Green · October 2021 · Google
I have been a customer of Ashworth Opticians for more than 15 years and I wouldn’t consider going anywhere else. First rate service and there’s something reassuring when your always met with a smile.

Rob A.Cheadle · October 2021 · Google
Forget the big multiples with impersonal service and hidden extras, Ashworths Opticians in Cheadle gave me an excellent selection of frames and expert advice on lenses, all at competitive prices. Wouldn’t hesitate to return.

Wendy S.Heald Green · October 2021 · Google
I couldn’t have asked for a better service at Ashworths, they were efficient, helpful and friendly throughout.

Jennifer G.Heald Green · October 2021 · Google
Excellent service with efficient and friendly staff

Mike A.Cheadle · October 2021 · Google
I’ve used Ashworths for years as my opticians.They have always given me prompt reliable service at s reasonable price.

Robert J.Winsford · May 2021 · Google
A fantastic opticians.friendly service lovely staff nothing is to much trouble.the best eye check up I’ve ever had .can not recommend them highly enough.thank you.

IngridWinsford · September 2026 · Patient survey
Your professionalism. service and friendliness After many years I wouldn’t go anywhere else. Thank you!

RachelWinsford · September 2026 · Patient survey
Welcoming family business. Nothing was too much trouble. Very helpful. Great service.

JeanMiddleton · September 2026 · Patient survey
Compassionate and thorough personal service by all staff.

JeanMiddleton · September 2026 · Patient survey
Professional, friendly and comfortable as always.

AlanMiddleton · September 2026 · Patient survey
Personal attention. Very happy with the staff and service provided.

JenniferWinsford · September 2026 · Patient survey
Lovely friendly staff, explained my lenses thoroughly and I left very happy.

RichardCheadle · September 2026 · Patient survey
Helpful & friendly a I had complete confidence in your actions and guidance.

LindaWinsford · September 2026 · Patient survey
Optometrist was knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. Thank you.

JanetHeald Green · September 2026 · Patient survey
Very friendly and patient as I have impaired hearing very understanding thank you so much looking after my eyesight.

HellaWinsford · September 2026 · Patient survey
The professional, helpful and caring way I was dealt with.

RebeccaMiddleton · September 2026 · Patient survey
Great service. Thorough and fair with prices??

MatthewWinsford · September 2026 · Patient survey
Friendly, helpful service. Took time to explain things. Would recommend.

AmandaCheadle · September 2026 · Patient survey
Personal and friendly service Having ready for my visit a selection of styles to suit my needs and budget.

RachelWinsford · September 2026 · Patient survey
Friendly staff. Was treated as an individual person not just a number. Given time and assistance to choose the right glasses for me. Thank you.

MaryMiddleton · September 2026 · Patient survey
Very thorough and no rushing And very friendly.

JamesWinsford · September 2026 · Patient survey
Good eye examination and interesting talk about the condition of my eyes.

JohnMiddleton · September 2026 · Patient survey
Punctual,friendly and professional service as usual.

SueWinsford · September 2026 · Patient survey
Personal care, and not feeling rushed into making decisions.

JenniferWinsford · September 2026 · Patient survey
Lovely staff, very thorough eye examination and optician and discussed with me concerns I may have had, front staff talked me through all my options in a friendly and professional manner. very helpful and answered any questions I had.

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