# J&A Hanks Opticians

**Website:** https://www.hanksopticians.co.uk

J&A Hanks Opticians is an independent opticians practice based in Thorpe-le-Soken, Essex, UK. Established in 2009 by James Hanks (originally as Eyes Open Opticians in Clacton-on-Sea), the practice relocated in 2017 when Andrea Hanks joined and the business was renamed. They provide expert eyecare and hearing care services, combining clinical expertise with the latest technology in a friendly, relaxed environment. Registered company: J. Hanks Ltd (Company No. 7137299).

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## Services

- **Eye Examinations** – Comprehensive sight tests for adults, including specialist clinics for emergency eyecare and cataract post-surgery monitoring (NHS).
- **Children's Eyecare** – Dedicated eyecare services tailored for younger patients.
- **Contact Lenses** – Fitting and supply of contact lenses for suitable patients.
- **Myopia Management** – Specialist service to monitor and manage short-sightedness progression, particularly in children.
- **Emergency Eyecare** – Prompt assessment of urgent eye conditions with fast referrals where needed.
- **Cataract Care** – Post-cataract surgery monitoring provided through the NHS.
- **Designer Eyewear** – Wide range of frames and sunglasses from independent and premium brands.
- **Hearing Care** – Full audiology service including free hearing tests, ear wax removal (microsuction), tinnitus treatment, and hearing aid fitting with aftercare.

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## Key Benefits / Differentiators

- **Proudly independent** – Not tied to a corporate chain; free to offer a broader choice of eyewear brands and impartial clinical advice.
- **Combined eyecare and hearing care** – Vision and hearing services available under one roof.
- **Latest technology** – Uses up-to-date diagnostic and clinical equipment for eye and hearing assessments.
- **NHS services available** – Provides NHS-funded cataract post-surgery monitoring.
- **Free hearing tests** – Complimentary hearing assessments with no obligation.
- **Hearing aid guarantee** – All hearing aids include up to 5 years' warranty, a 60-day money-back guarantee, and free lifetime aftercare.
- **Qualified in-house audiologist** – Zoheb Ashraf (Audiology degree, Aston University) on-site for hearing care.
- **Patient parking available** – Dedicated parking to the rear of the practice, plus free street parking on the High Street.

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## Locations

### J&A Hanks Opticians
- **Address:** High Street, Thorpe-le-Soken, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 0DY, UK
- **Notes:** Independent practice on the main High Street, next to Rolph School. Patient parking available to the rear.

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## Contact

- **Phone:** 01255 474666
- **Email:** info@hanksopticians.co.uk
- **Website:** https://www.hanksopticians.co.uk
- **Booking link:** https://hanksopticians.mysight.uk/choose-appointment-type
- **Sister site:** https://www.eyesopenopticians.co.uk

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## Practical Info

- **Opening hours:**
  - Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 17:30
  - Saturday: 09:00 – 16:30 (by appointment only)
  - Sunday: Closed
- **Who this site is for:** Local patients in Thorpe-le-Soken and the wider Tendring/Essex area seeking eye tests, glasses, contact lenses, myopia management, and hearing care.
- **Appointments:** Appointments required, especially on Saturdays. Bookings can be made online.
- **NHS services:** NHS cataract post-surgery monitoring available. Confirm other NHS eligibility directly with the practice.
- **Hearing care:** Free hearing assessments offered; hearing aids stocked from all leading brands including UK-exclusive Beltone range.
- **Parking:** Dedicated patient parking to the rear of the practice (via alley to the right of the shop); additional free parking on High Street.
- **Social media:** Facebook (facebook.com/hanksandpeckopticians) | Instagram (@eyes_open_opticians)