September 2023 by David Hughes
I visited here last week to pick up my new varifocal rimless glasses that will replace the last pair I got from Carmelo eight years ago. The last pair are still going strong after all this time and will be used as a backup. As everyone has said in these reviews, Carmelo is a very nice, friendly man with exceptional skills in his field who, with his attention to detail and professional approach, provided me with a new pair of glasses that suit my needs in every way.
September 2023 by Marc Abrook
Carmelo has been a real help to me over the last couple of years. In addition to being a lovely man his highly professional approach has seen me through a challenging period with my eyesight which culminated in a cornea transplant. He referred me to an excellent surgeon and in addition to great aftercare from the consultant Carmelo has supported me throughout for which I?m eternally grateful. I will never go anywhere else for anything to do with my eyes and will gladly recommend him every chance I get.
June 2023 by Nicola Butler
After months of trying to get to grips with my first ever contact lenses prescribed by a local chain optician, I was referred by a friend to Carmelo.Carmelo listened and understood how and why I was struggling. He gave me a full eye exam including eye health check. It turned out I was prescribed the incorrect strength by quite a considerable amount.I had lost confidence with contact lenses totally but Carmelo took his time with me and coached me back and it obviously helped wearing the correct strength for my eyes.He ordered various samples and consulted with me each week over a 4 week period and finally we were able to order the right lenses and brand that suited me.He also worked around my work schedule as I was in my busy season.I couldn?t believe all the checks Carmelo was doing to find me the right lenses, none of which happened with my previous optician.Now 4 weeks in, I wear my contacts everyday and without thinking. Carmelo has really made a difference to my life and confidence and I can?t thank him enough. It really does pay to shop local. Thank you Carmelo!
May 2023 by Syl Mro
Me and my family has been a Carmelo patient for over 5 years now.He is a very professional optician,excellent with kids.Always happy to see us on any eye-related emergency -and we had a few !Recently , i changed my frames, and Carmelo suggested trying new lenses-Zeiss (Always had a kodak ones)Omg !my vision has never been so clear!! They are simply amazing. I couldn't be happier.
March 2023 by Trilby Fox-Rumley
I can not recommend Carmelo enough; he always warm and friendly, fantastic with children, and the service is second to none. Plus the selection of glasses is excellent. He has just turned around replacement glasses for my 7 year old son in 24 hours. You couldn't ask for more. So glad we found him.
October 2022 by Anna Prissell
Carmelo's personal and friendly approach is a world away from high street chain opticians. We found him when we were looking for an optician who offered a specific type of contact lenses that are worn overnight only and can slow the progress of myopia in children. We visited with our nine year old son and had a series of appointments to check his suitability, fit the lenses and monitor progress. Now not only can my son swim and play sport all day with perfect vision, the continued wear of the night lenses seems so far to have dramatically slowed the deterioration of his eyesight. We cannot thank Carmelo enough for his attention to detail and excellent way with children. This is someone who really cares about getting it right.
September 2022 by DIEGO IODICE
Extremely satisfied with the service and attention ? Carmelo's recommendations were spot on ? whole process from assessing the glasses to receiving them was seamless and quick ? Thank you Carmelo from Diego and Roxana
August 2022 by Helen Lewis
In Walton on holiday and my child broke his frames. Spare set at home. Popped in and sorted with new frames within 20 minutes. So fortunate to have found them! Support independent.
June 2022 by Ben Ferguson
My 12 year old son had lost all confidence in trying to wear contact lenses, but Carmelo's approach placed him completely at ease and with his professional coaching had him taking them in and out with comfort. Having worn glasses for the last 8 years the freedom that Carmelo has enabled my son to now have is amazing for him. I would highly recommend Carmelo Castiglione Opticians!
May 2022 by Harim Dauti
After quite a few failed attempts of trying contact lenses for my 10 year old at boots and specsavers and ridiculously long waiting time to get the next appointment, we decided to go to Carmelo. Can?t recommend him enough. He was very patient and thorough at every appointment. Thanks Carmelo!
March 2022 by Debra Dickenson
Carmelo was amazing with my daughter who was somewhat nervous about having her eyes tested. His calm manner soon put her at ease and his expert advise led to her needing correction in one eye. Carmelo advised that as my daughter loves sports the best action was for a contact lens. We went with this and after again, some fantastic advice on how to fit the lens, i have one very happy daughter who feels her life has been made so much better! Wish i had seen Carmelo years ago when my daughter was under the hospital for her eyes. Carmelo we cannot thank you enough.
February 2022 by Caroline Hemingway
Carmelo is definitely my new and best optician! Lovely to talk to, highly knowledgeable and good at explaining things. Glasses were a huge success. I can see again!! Highly recommend!
December 2021 by Anon Anon
I have been a patient/client for many years and cannot speak highly enough of the service Carmelo has provided throughout.It is an an absolute delight to deal with such a knowledgeable professional. Always first class caring service. Highly recommended
November 2021 by sylvie mellersh
My first visit to Carmelo, but it won't be the last. Thorough and attentive, listened to my needs and steered me in the right direction with clear explanations as to what each stage involved. The result being comfortable and stylish glasses with a perfect fit. I would highly recommend to anyone.
May 2021 by Liz Walker
I have been seeing Carmelo for the last few years and always been very pleased with the service. Given that I have Parkinsons as well as Blepharospasm he has been particularly helpful in sourcing varifocal glasses with special clips to help keep my eyes open. I wouldn?t hesitate to recommend him.
