Opening Times
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Monday
closed
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Tuesday
closed
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Wednesday
closed
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Thursday
09:00 - 17:30
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Friday
closed
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Saturday
closed
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Sunday
closed
Services Available
- Laser Eye Surgery Consultation
- Eye Examination - Private
- Contact Lens Fitting
- Contact Lens Aftercare
- Private Cataract Consultation
- Dry Eye Assessment
- Glaucoma Assessment
Where to find us
The clinic is located within the southern side of Colchester's main shopping district on a pedestrianized thoroughfare close to the Lion Walk Shopping Centre. From all directions follow signs to town centre (A134). Eld Lane is easily accessible off Queens Street and St Botolph's Street to the east and Sir Isaac's Walk to the west. From the small square in front of Colchester Baptist Church, head along Eld Lane towards Queen Street. Montrose House is the first building on your left at the corner of Victoria Place. The clinic is on the upper floor, directly above Co-op Travel Money. The main entrance is in the side street to the right hand side of the building, just off Eld Lane.
Quick Direction
How to get there
Parking
There are many car parks in the surrounding areas which are clearly signposted. The nearest is Vineyard Street pay and display parking off Osbourne Street and St John's Street to the rear of the pedestrianized shopping area. From the car park, proceed up the stairs towards Eld Lane. Turn right onto Eld Lane and proceed past the church towards Queen Street. Optical Express will be on the left hand side as above.
By Train
Colchester train station is a 10 minute walk from the clinic. When you exit the station at St. Botolph's Circus roundabout, turn right and head up St. Botolph's Street, which then becomes Queen Street, keeping to the left. Turn left at "Sweet News" on to Short Wyre Street and 100 yards ahead it becomes the pedestrianized Eld Lane, where the clinic is located on the right hand side.
By Bus
The bus station is a 5 minute walk from the clinic. When you exit the bus station on Queen Street, turn left and head down the hill. At the first set of traffic lights ahead, cross the road and the entrance to Short Wyre Street will be in front of you, with "Sweet News" on the corner. After 100 yards, the street becomes the pedestrianised Eld Lane, where the clinic is located on the right hand side.
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Laser Eye Surgeons in Colchester
Working with experienced surgeons at Optical Express gives you peace of mind you are in safe hands during your laser eye surgery.You can also learn more about your surgeon as they each have a detailed profile of there previous experiences. Find out more about your local ophthalmologist in Colchester Montrose House here.
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Laser Eye Treatments in Colchester
There are two types of laser eye surgery available at Optical Express, LASEK and LASIK. At your consultation a recommendation will be made which is best for you. iDesign, which is an innovative system to enhance your treatment to give you the very best results. Find out more about laser eye treatments in Colchester Montrose House here.
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Cataract Surgery Consultation in Colchester
At your consultation, cataract surgery may be the recommended option. If this is the case, the good news is you don't have to wait with Optical Express. You will be able to select a date and time that is convenient to you. Find out more about cataract surgery in Colchester Montrose House here.
Cataract Surgery
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Contact Lens Fittings
An experienced member of staff at the Colchester Montrose House clinic will help you select the correct contact lenses for you from a wide collection. Find out more about contact lenses at Optical Express here.
Contact LensesEye tests in Colchester Montrose House
Visiting your local opticians for an eye test is just as important as attending your dentist or GP for a routine check up. Optical Express in Colchester will provide you with a fully comprehensive eye test which will help identify any early signs of eye disease. Find out more about our eye tests here.
Eye Tests