Free NHS-funded home eye tests

Delivering home eye care from Brighton to Portsmouth and Redhill with William

William (Jim), originally from Northern Ireland, moved to Manchester in 1991 to study optometry. He has spent the past 30 years working in domiciliary eye care.

Passionate about providing a personal service to those who can't access the high street, Jim has built a loyal patient base since starting his home visiting service in 2014. He is accredited in post-cataract care with both East and West Sussex health authorities, as well as the Optega and SpaMedica hospital groups.

Trustpilot

Wide range of glasses available for all styles and budgets

Free aftercare, including an in-warranty repair service

NHS-funded eye tests available

30 years experience in home testing

What's the cost of a home eye test?

You can have your eyes tested at home, at no cost to you, if you are unable to get to the opticians unaccompanied - maybe due to a mobility issue or an underlying health condition.

Many of our customers qualify for NHS-funded eye tests for various reasons such as:

  • being 60 years old or older,
  • being diabetic,
  • having glaucoma or being at risk (for instance, due to a family history of the condition),
  • being registered as partially sighted or blind.

However, there are many other reasons that could qualify you for NHS funding.

How does a home eye test work?

An eye test at home with OutsideClinic is comfortable and non-invasive.

Before your appointment, you’ll receive confirmation of the date and a phone call on the day with the expected arrival time.

The Optician will arrive with their portable equipment, confirm your details, and ask about your medical history and symptoms. They’ll conduct the test using an eye chart, measure your eye pressure, check the health of your eyes, and determine your prescription.

After explaining the results, they’ll help you choose new glasses if needed, which will be delivered to your home. The entire process takes about an hour.