Chris first opened the practice in 1981 on the Harrogate side of the Starbeck level crossing. At that time he continued to work as a sessional optometrist and tutor at the Leeds General Infirmary building professional relationships with our ophthalmology colleagues. In those early years, his dad John was often found manning the desk on a Saturday morning!John soon developed an affinity for optometry and qualified an optometrist in 1985 at the age of 50! He retired to Wales in his sixties and still talks fondly of those years in practice.
Services
In 1981 just a little further up the High Street a small shop seemed ideal to start an Optometry practice. It was essentially two rooms that was soon quite busy and a little squashed at times! Much larger premises became available in 1988 and this is where you will find us today. The expansion of the premises did not stop there; as the practice grew so more rooms were added allowing it to develop into the modern state of the art practice that you see today.We hope you like the comfortable bright waiting area with lots of natural light.
I just want to say a big thank you for persuading me (even when on holiday!) to have the eye surgery & referring me to James Ball! It's now a week after my second eye being done and even after the first eye I found it surreal to be able to see when I woke up on a morning! As the song goes, "I can see clearly now" for the first time in my life & apart from my heart surgery it's been the best thing I have done in my life thanks to your encouragement!James is charming with a very caring manner & voice and the actual surgery was unbelievably comfortable - never felt a thing!
Our optometrists work within a flexible appointment system to ensure they have the time needed to fully understand your visual needs. At the start of the eye exam we will talk about how you are finding your eyes and vision, what work or hobbies you do and also about any health issues and medication.
Reviews (9)
Angela Feather
Jun 15, 2021
I have been going to Christopher Nixon's for probably more than 30years and although moving to London, I still come to Harrogate to see Christopher as he gives so much time and explains everything and is very experienced and I trust him completely. Because of lockdown I had an eye test at one of the high street opticians in London and was very disappointed and it just confirmed to me how brilliant Christopher Nixons are. I shall be back there as soon as restrictions allow.
Peasy Media
May 05, 2020
After managing to get some bits of chisel embedded in my right eye after an enthusiastic gardening moment during lockdown (very stupidly wore no goggles) I was sent via 111 to Chris Nixons. Chris was fantastic, all appropriate PPE in place, Chris calmly and reassuringly removed the bits of chisel, and I experienced no pain whatsoever during the process.
He explained the entire process as we went along and I knew I was in very capable, trustworthy hands. Thank you Chris, valuable lesson learnt for me and I know where I'll be going for my next eye test! Lisa Francis
He explained the entire process as we went along and I knew I was in very capable, trustworthy hands. Thank you Chris, valuable lesson learnt for me and I know where I'll be going for my next eye test! Lisa Francis
Njehutch
Feb 05, 2019
I had a problem with my vision and was told by my previous optician that it was something to get used to and to monitor. Instead I went to see Christopher Nixon on a recommendation as it was impacting on my work. I had a thorough eye examination and my prescription was changed. As a result, I do have an eye condition but I don't even notice it now and I have glasses that are designed to help. Excellent and friendly service that really give me confidence that I'm being looked after.
Charlie Turner
Oct 29, 2017
Richard Kirk
May 18, 2017
Wendy Nicholson
Nov 18, 2016
Rik Crompton
Mar 30, 2016
Eternity Bridal
Feb 08, 2016
Phil Chatterton
Dec 27, 2015
First class service from this well-established firm. Their range of glasses and contact lenses is very comprehensive, and I have always felt that I am being very well looked after. I have been tempted to buy glasses from the internet but have found that Nixons' product and service package outweighs the apparent benefits of going online. Starting with Chris as my optician, I moved to Giles's expert care, and now he looks after my whole family's optical needs. Coupled with the excellent front-of-house and dispensing staff, I know that my vision is in good hands. I would thoroughly recommend Nixons opticians.
