Business Details
7 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Opticians in Folkestone
Established in 2019, Eye Folk Opticians provides professional and compassionate eye care in Folkestone. Our team of experienced optometrists, members of The College of Optometrists, prioritises personalised service with longer appointment times to ensure thorough care. We combine clinical expertise with a commitment to kindness and integrity, offering comprehensive eye health assessments, contact lens fittings, and specialised services like myopia management. Our focus on continuity of care ensures patients receive consistent, tailored advice. We pride ourselves on transparency, never recommending unnecessary products, and maintaining affordability across our range of eyewear.With a heritage dating back to the 1930s at our Guildhall Street location, we blend tradition with modern optometric advancements. Our services extend to home visits for those unable to attend in person, and we actively participate in community health initiatives like the Community Glaucoma Network. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our welcoming atmosphere, expert guidance, and dedication to patient well-being.
Services
Eye Tests
Contact Lenses
Home Visits
Glaucoma Screening
Myopia Management
Visual Stress Assessment
Eyewear Consultation
Emergency Eye Care
Children's Eye Exams
Frame Selection
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer longer appointment times for thorough eye examinations.
- Our team includes College of Optometrists members with decades of combined experience.
- We provide free home visits within CT19 and CT20 postcodes.
- Our practice maintains continuity of care with consistent staff interactions.
- We guarantee honest advice without pressure to purchase unnecessary products.
Associations and certifications
- The College of Optometrists
What people say
Friendly staff
Personalised service
Knowledgeable and thorough
No pressure selling
Quick comprehensive examination
Services
Eye Tests
We provide comprehensive private, NHS, and children's eye examinations with extended appointment times. Our optometrists use advanced diagnostic equipment to assess vision and eye health. Patients receive detailed explanations of results and tailored recommendations for corrective solutions.
Contact Lenses
Our practice offers contact lens fittings, suitability assessments, and aftercare services. We provide trial lenses and advise on the most appropriate lens types for individual visual needs and lifestyle requirements. Regular check-ups ensure ongoing eye health.
Home Visits
We conduct comprehensive eye tests for patients unable to visit our practice. This private service includes spectacle selection assistance at home. Available within CT19 and CT20 postcodes, with specialist equipment ensuring accurate assessments in domestic settings.
Minor Eye Condition Service
This NHS-funded service addresses acute eye conditions like redness, pain, or sudden vision changes. Accredited optometrists provide rapid diagnosis and treatment within 24 hours, with direct referral pathways to specialist care when needed.
Visual Stress Assessment
We offer coloured overlay assessments to alleviate symptoms of visual stress, including headaches and reading difficulties. Trained dispensing opticians evaluate appropriate tint options to improve reading comfort and visual processing efficiency.
People
Lucy
Owner/Optometrist
Lucy leads our practice with over 15 years of optometric experience. She champions patient-centred care, ensuring all clinical decisions prioritise long-term eye health. Her expertise in complex prescriptions and commitment to continuous professional development enhance our service quality.
Ann Rule
Optometrist
Ann specialises in patient care with particular attention to nervous clients and children. With 12 years in practice, she combines technical expertise with exceptional communication skills, making complex eye health information accessible to all patients.
Abbey
Dispensing Optician
Abbey assists clients with frame selection, offering expert advice on lens options and frame compatibility. Her focus on facial aesthetics and practical requirements ensures patients find visually and cosmetically suitable eyewear solutions.
Questions
How do I book an eye test appointment?
Use our online booking system or call 01303 252345 during opening hours to schedule private, NHS, or children's eye exams.
Do you offer emergency eye care services?
Yes, we provide urgent eye examinations within 24 hours for acute conditions like sudden vision loss or eye pain.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept card payments and offer Direct Debit schemes for contact lens wearers and myopia management treatments.
Are home visits available?
Yes, we conduct home eye tests for CT19 and CT20 postcode residents unable to visit our practice.
Do you provide children's eye examinations?
Yes, we offer comprehensive children's eye tests under NHS coverage and specialise in paediatric vision assessments.
What specialist services do you offer?
We provide myopia management, glaucoma monitoring through the Community Glaucoma Network, and visual stress assessments with coloured overlays.
