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Eyecare professionals with over 30 years of experience.

My name is Christopher Young. I started working in this practice in October 1986, and I bought it 18 months later. My philosophy at the time was to offer every client the same care and attention that I would give to a close family member. That philosophy holds true till this day.

Express your personality

Express your personality through your eyewear

We offer a personalised client journey and would love everyone to be able to express their personality through their eyewear. Our purpose is to individually tailor a visual solution for each client that takes into account your lifestyle requirements.

We guarantee our work and see our relationship as an ongoing care package rather than a one off transaction.

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A unique experience

I would only offer my parents, wife and children the best examination with the most modern equipment, and I would only want them to wear the best frames and lenses suitable for their lifestyle and their budget.

We treat our clients as if they are cherished family members and we apply these values to you.

So, if you enjoy quality, individual products delivered by a team who care and are dedicated to making sure that they are recommending the most appropriate solution for your lifestyle and comfort, then you have come to the right place.

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Christopher Young

Christopher Young

Optometrist

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Rebecca

Rebecca

Optometrist and Dry Eye Specialist

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Tracy

Tracy

Manager & Eyewear Advisor

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Tanis

Tanis

Optical Assistant and Vision Therapist

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Nikisha

Nikisha

Audiologist and Hearing Aid Consultant

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Kay

Kay

Optical Assistant

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Eloise

Eloise

Eyewear Stylist and Dry Eye Technician

Brilliant opticians. Been going for 20 years. I wear glasses and contact lenses and every appointment they are friendly welcoming and always take the time to help and give you an honest opinion on glasses selection. I tend to break mine and they always work there magic and fix them.

Kathryn

Why choose Christopher Young Opticians?

Niche eyewear you’ll love wearing

If you are looking for something different, something that makes you stand out from the crowd then we can help you.

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Benefits

Optical expertise and know-how

Choosing eyewear can be difficult and frustrating and it can feel like you are trying to find a needle in a haystack.

Our unique ‘Eyewear Styling Consultation’ is designed to make your search for new eyewear an effortless and enjoyable experience.

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Personalised service

Personal service is a rare thing nowadays but at Christopher Young Opticians that is what we specialise in.

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Many options and choices

Every face and person is different. During your initial complimentary styling consultation, we will show you all the options and all the eyewear possibilities that fit your face, your prescription, your personal style and your budget.

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The ‘love your glasses’ guarantee

At Christopher Young Opticians we stand behind the recommendations and advice we give you. Our ‘Love Your Glasses’ Comfort Guarantee means you can’t make a mistake with your choice of eyewear.

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Flexible payment options

We will never give you a single ‘take it or leave it’ price. We’ll always consult with you and give you several frame and lens options and guidance as to what will work best for you. We can also spread the payments over 3 to 6 months with no extra cost and with no hassle. That way you can get the glasses that are best for you without having to compromise or delay.

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Christopher Young

Christopher Young

Optometrist

Chris qualified as an optometrist virtually before time began. He has worked in the practice since it opened in 1986 and now specialises in Vision Therapy. In his spare time he is a member of the local Masonic Lodge and enjoys sailing, watching rugby and cricket as well as sampling Single Malts and red wine.

Rebecca

Rebecca

Optometrist and Dry Eye Specialist

After finishing a degree in Biology at Southampton University Rebecca went on to study Optometry at Cardiff University and completed her pre-registration at Williams & Parry Opticians in heart of the Welsh valleys.

Rebecca still keeps a strong affiliation with Cardiff University and has returned as a part-time clinical supervisor and also as an organiser/participant in the ‘Returning Vision Moldova Project’. This non-profit University associated project involves visiting remote and impoverished communities in Moldova and providing eye exams and glasses to those in need.

Always keen to expand her knowledge Rebecca has consistently completed extra accreditation in optometry since graduating; most recently the post-graduate certificate in Independent Prescribing for Optometrists.

After meeting a particularly charming West-Country man 6 years ago Rebecca migrated across the Severn bridge and has resided very happily in the Mendip area ever since. Of course being Welsh she is an avid Rugby fan and during any international match she is easily recognisable at her local pub for sporting the only red shirt in the house!

Tracy

Tracy

Manager & Eyewear Advisor

Tracy worked for Tesco on the customer service desk for many years before joining us in 2014. In her spare time she enjoys walking and travel, particularly to the USA.

Tanis

Tanis

Optical Assistant and Vision Therapist

Tanis also works on the front desk in the practice. She is responsible for meeting and greeting our clients, answering the phone and performing administrative duties. She job shares with Steph. Tanis moved to Somerset with her family 4 years ago. She has extensive experience in customer service and enjoys running and walking.

Nikisha

Nikisha

Audiologist and Hearing Aid Consultant

Nikisha has been a fully qualified audiologist for more than seven years, having graduated from the University of Bristol in Summer 2012. After gaining her degree, she worked as part of a fantastic NHS team in Bath for two years, which greatly developed her clinical expertise.

Following her time in the NHS, Nikisha wanted to broaden her knowledge further, and so five years ago moved into the private sector, where she has been able to continue to build her extensive skillset.

“I decided to venture out and join the team at The Hearing Care Partnership because they are renowned for delivering great customer service and great technology to their clients, which is something I wanted to be part of. In addition, working alongside optical practice teams was an intriguing proposition, and a whole new experience for me.

“When I’m not at work, I love to spend time with my daughter. I also really enjoy a good mystery or crime book – Harlan Coben is one of my favourite authors!”

Kay

Kay

Optical Assistant

Kay has had many years of customer service, both in retail and Doctor’s surgeries. She is happiest when walking in the Somerset countryside with her dog.

Eloise

Eloise

Eyewear Stylist and Dry Eye Technician

Eloise joined us from another High Street Optical practice. She has been trained as an optical assistant and clinical technician and is supporting Tracy with Styling Consultations as well as helping to run our Dry Eye Clinics