Kings Hill opticians have been recognised by National and Local newspapers for our services. Read the stories of the people we have helped over the years. I recently went for my eye test which I do every 2 years. I had noticed getting weaker eyes. After a thorough examination, I found out that my previous glasses (bought online) was causing me issues.
I was introduced to 2 new coatings for my new glasses which I got from Kings Hill Opticians. Incredibly impressed with the opticians. My husband needed glasses for reading and computer work and they provided the whole service from initial eye test through to providing advice about selecting the frames and the specific glass options.
I was introduced to 2 new coatings for my new glasses which I got from Kings Hill Opticians. Incredibly impressed with the opticians. My husband needed glasses for reading and computer work and they provided the whole service from initial eye test through to providing advice about selecting the frames and the specific glass options.
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Hospital-quality equipment- All our equipment is state of the art and on a par with, or better than, the equipment used in hospitals. Because the best eye care possible starts with the most accurate diagnosis possible. Qualified, experienced staff- All our tests are carried out by optometrists who have more than five years' experience or work in hospital eye departments as well.
Mr Shoker combines running Kings Hill Opticians with heading the Opticians Department at Maidstone Hospital, a reflection of his excellent clinical abilities. His dual commitments to clinical excellence and creating the best possible customer experience inform every decision within Kings Hill Opticians, to make sure our customers enjoy the best possible vision. At Maidstone Hospital, Mr Shoker helps fit complex contact lenses and works alongside Consultant Ophthalmologists in Diabetic and Glaucoma clinics.
We offer hospital-quality eye examinations as standard and offer a comprehensive range of tests to give us the insights to enhance and preserve your eyesight, now and in the future. It can be easy to take your eyes for granted. It can also be hard to appreciate when you might have a problem with your eye health, particularly because many conditions aren't painful and the first symptoms may not be a reduction in the clarity of your vision. But changes in your eye health can also indicate an underlying health condition.
Our investments in advanced technology enable us to recognise and diagnose even the most elusive and difficult-to-identify eye problems and related health conditions. We've been recognised in the media for saving the lives of our patients. Once we have identified any problems you might have, we have the specialist equipment to offer a wide range of solutions - including 3D-fitting technology and complex lenses - to help you enjoy the best possible vision.Hundreds of millions of cells in the brain are devoted to visual processing, making up around 30% of the brain's cortex.
Reviews (16)
Andrew Fries
Jun 15, 2022
Excellent Professional Service by Mr Shoker & Team for complex post cataract surgery planning. Very clear detailed explanations & options. Their knowledge & experience was evident. I felt happy, reassured & confident of being well looked after. I look forward to my next visit after Cataract Surgery. Thank You
Heather Carter
May 25, 2022
Fantastic, professional service. I have a complicated prescription and after my last optician sadly passed away i was very nervous of finding a new optician. The eye test was very thorough and we spoke about many options for my eye problem. Cannot recommended highly enough. My entire family are now going to register with kings hill. Thanks guys for all your help.
Melissa Goodenough
Feb 20, 2022
Just wanted to say thankyou so much to all staff. My 11yr old son's eye was all of a sudden going inwards, this has never happened before and was very scary especially as we are both OCD. They see us as a Emergency Appointment straight away and spent 3 hours doing all tests to find out what the problem was. Once they diagnosed the problem they sorted glasses/lenses the next day for logan. Brilliant team to do what they done thankyou so much.x.
Joi Jenkins
Jan 25, 2022
We took our 6 year old daughter for an eye test at Kings Hill Opticans today. The service, expertise, knowledge and kindness of the staff was outstanding. They picked up an eye condition we had no idea existed. I really would recommend this opticans to anyone, but especially if you have small children.
Michele Shardlow-Wrest
Dec 20, 2021
A much loved but accidentally broken pair of Lindberg glasses were sent to Denmark over the Christmas period for a quote to repair 'if at all possible'.I was expecting something quite costly in all honesty or even worse news that they were irreparable. Absolutely delighted to say they were returned today, repaired and done so free of charge. So grateful to Kings Hill Opticians and Lindberg.
Siobhan Hurll
Dec 05, 2021
Very honest, helpful and gave great advice. Wish I'd known about the level of care and service that makes Kings Hill stand out from other opticians. They spotted an issue my daughter has, that had been missed by everyone else. I get the impression that they are looking to build a long term relationship with their clients and have continuity of care so they really understand their needs.
Dan Pullen
Nov 15, 2021
I came to Kings Hill Opticians needing my first pair of glasses and having been quoted a exorbitant price by another opticians. The staff at Kings Hill Opticians considered my needs, carefully explained all my options and found the optimum solution for me- which saved me over 500 on my previous quote and arrived within a week. I felt like they had put my needs first. I'm thrilled with my new glasses and the excellent service I've received.
Michael White Winchester
Nov 06, 2021
I've been a customer of Kingshill opticians for a number of years and have always been happy with the service I have received. I recently had my eyes tested for some new reading glasses, which at the time of choosing I was happy with. After a few weeks I didn't feel as happy with the glasses as I previously was when collecting them. They were not faulty in any way, just not as comfortable as I had initially thought they were.
The staff at the opticians were clearly more concerned about me being happy than it costing them to rectify the problem by allowing me to start again and choose an alternative pair of glasses. I have to say, there are very few companies out there that are more interested in a happy customer over their bank balance. Very impressed and thank you Kingshill Opticians.
The staff at the opticians were clearly more concerned about me being happy than it costing them to rectify the problem by allowing me to start again and choose an alternative pair of glasses. I have to say, there are very few companies out there that are more interested in a happy customer over their bank balance. Very impressed and thank you Kingshill Opticians.
Wendy Parkinson
Nov 04, 2021
After reading the good reviews about Kingshill opticians, I thought I would see for myself. I have been pleasantly impressed. The staff were very welcoming. Mr Gill in particular put my mind at rest with some concerns I had. I ordered a new pair of glasses, which have been very successful. I am a portrait artist and have had difficulty in the past getting the right lenses for my work. Now I have an appointment to order another pair and feeling very confident I will be happy.
Evie A.
Nov 04, 2021
I was recommended Kings Hill Opticians and Mr Shoker by a friend of mine who used to work at the Maidstone Eye Hospital. I am so glad that I know of this excellent opticians at Kings Hill. Before coming to Kings Hill Opticians I had a dreadful experience with Specsavers due to a wrong prescription, which resulted in me having to be signed off work.
I am pleased to now say that after seeing Mr Shoker at Kings Hill Opticians my eyes are so much improved and I now have the correct prescription. I am also confident that my eyes have been thoroughly checked over. My new Essilor Crizal Prevencia lenses are superb, things are so much clearer and they are very restful on the eyes. I have a lot happening in my eyes and the correct lenses and filters are so important for me.
I found Mr Gill to be very knowledgeable and he took the time to make sure that I was happy with my glasses and the lenses, and that they fitted me correctly. All of the other staff at Kings Hill Opticians were also very helpful.
I am pleased to now say that after seeing Mr Shoker at Kings Hill Opticians my eyes are so much improved and I now have the correct prescription. I am also confident that my eyes have been thoroughly checked over. My new Essilor Crizal Prevencia lenses are superb, things are so much clearer and they are very restful on the eyes. I have a lot happening in my eyes and the correct lenses and filters are so important for me.
I found Mr Gill to be very knowledgeable and he took the time to make sure that I was happy with my glasses and the lenses, and that they fitted me correctly. All of the other staff at Kings Hill Opticians were also very helpful.
Victoria Jayne
Sep 27, 2021
We previously went to Specsavers who messed my daughters prescription up so I was feeling rather dubious to start with. Can not express my gratitude enough to Jennifer who made my daughter feel right at home and at ease, I felt they took it seriously and spent time on her. Everything was explained to us both and questioned answered by staff and were very friendly. I Would highly recommend!
Jon Sayers
Jun 28, 2021
My daughter attended a Visual Stress Assessment yesterday from a recommendation, before that we didn't know such a thing existed. Her assessment concluded that she could read better and quicker with a colour overlay than without. Her reading speed per minute with an overlay was 3 times quicker. Her stress levels with an overlay was greatly reduced.
Liam Jackson
Jun 18, 2021
Claire Eldridge
Nov 12, 2019
Can thoroughly recommend this opticians. After being under the care of a specialist eye hospital for many years I would rather go to Kings Hill opticians and see Mr Shoker for my eye examinations and contact lenses. His recent examination of my eye after surgery and his advice has saved my eyesight deteriorating further. I can’t thank him enough!
Rebecca Grant
May 23, 2019
I do not even know where to start with my experience at Kings Hill Opticians. Every single part of the care and support that I have received from the entire team from the get go has been absolutely exceptional there aren’t really enough words to explain how they have changed my life and how thankful i am for being so patient, helpful and understanding with my eye condition.
I personally feel not only have they improved my life in terms of my eyesight but they have also shown me that there is hope and that there are genuinely kind people in this world that despite how you feel about yourself there are people that will support you and go above and beyond to help fix what is broken. My experience so far has been an emotional rollercoaster in the most positive of ways and I cannot recommend Kings Hill Opticians enough.
I personally feel not only have they improved my life in terms of my eyesight but they have also shown me that there is hope and that there are genuinely kind people in this world that despite how you feel about yourself there are people that will support you and go above and beyond to help fix what is broken. My experience so far has been an emotional rollercoaster in the most positive of ways and I cannot recommend Kings Hill Opticians enough.
Sharon Mann
Feb 25, 2019
Kings Hill opticians have been so helpful with my son. Not being someone who wears glasses this is a new world to me and a lot to learn. The staff are always so helpful, and spend so much time in explaining things to me. It really puts my mind at rest that my son is getting the best possible vision he can. As a parent we only want the best for our children and I feel I get that from the knowledge and experience the staff here have and I’m very grateful for the time you have taken with my child. I would not hesitate to send any of my friends or family to kings hill opticians.