# Paul Rutter Opticians

> Your Independent Opticians in Bedale.

Paul Rutter Opticians is an independent optical and hearing care practice in Bedale, a market town on the outskirts of the Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire. Established in 1997, the practice has served the local community for over 25 years, built primarily on patient recommendation. The practice provides thorough eye examinations, an advanced diagnostic eye exam option, contact lens fitting, myopia management for children, designer eyewear, and hearing care in partnership with Amplify Hearing.

## Services

- **Eye Examinations** — Routine adult eye tests taking 30–40 minutes, using up-to-date technology, with time for questions and full explanation of results.
- **Advanced Eye Exam** — Enhanced examination using OPTOS ultra-widefield retinal imaging (over 200° field of view, versus ~45° for traditional fundus cameras) and the Rodenstock DNEye® scanner (measures the eye at over 7,000 points); supports more accurate prescriptions and earlier detection of conditions in the periphery of the eye.
- **OCT** — Optical Coherence Tomography scan available as part of pay-as-you-go pricing, for detailed retinal and optic nerve imaging.
- **Contact Lenses** — Full range from rigid gas permeable to daily disposable soft lenses; fits short sight, long sight, astigmatism, and presbyopia (multifocal). Contact lens assessment appointments include time to discuss lifestyle and lens options.
- **Myopia Management** — Early diagnosis and management of short-sightedness in children, using CooperVision MiSight® 1 day contact lenses (FDA-approved for ages 8–12 at treatment start) and Rodenstock MyCon® myopia control spectacle lenses.
- **Eyewear & Designer Frames** — Curated collection chosen for style, material quality, and fit; brands include Ray-Ban, Joules, Ted Baker, Etnia Barcelona, Silhouette, Face à Face, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Stepper.
- **Spectacle Lenses** — Rodenstock and Varilux lens ranges, with biometric-optimised lenses designed using precise eye measurements for improved comfort and visual performance.
- **Eyewear Styling** — Personalised styling support to help patients choose frames suited to their personality, lifestyle, and budget.
- **Sunglasses & Sports Eyewear** — Prescription sunglasses and specialist frames/lenses for sports including cycling, squash, snorkelling, and swimming.
- **Hearing Tests** — Free hearing assessments delivered by audiologist Chloe Browne, in partnership with Amplify Hearing.
- **Hearing Aids** — Invisible and rechargeable hearing devices with up to five-year warranty and lifetime aftercare, including servicing and repairs. UK exclusive provider of Beltone hearing technology (est. 1940) via Amplify Hearing partnership.
- **Ear Wax Removal** — Safe, painless wax removal procedures.
- **Ear Health Checks & Hearing Protection** — Additional hearing care appointment types available on request.

## Key Benefits / Differentiators

- Independent practice established 1997 — over 25 years serving Bedale, built on patient recommendation
- Advanced Eye Exam option combining OPTOS ultra-widefield retinal imaging and the Rodenstock DNEye® scanner — a level of diagnostic detail not typical of standard high-street exams
- Affordable monthly eyecare plan (from £5/month) bundling appointments, professional fees, and a discount on glasses
- Myopia management clinic for children using both MiSight® contact lenses and Rodenstock MyCon® lenses
- Combined eye and hearing care under one roof, with a dedicated on-site audiologist
- UK exclusive provider of Beltone hearing technology via Amplify Hearing partnership
- Freedom as an independent to stock frame brands chosen on merit rather than head-office restriction
- Rated 5.0★ on Google (as of Aug 2022) with strong patient testimonials

## Location

- **Practice name:** Paul Rutter Opticians
- **Address:** 7 Southend, Bedale, DL8 2BJ
- **Area:** Bedale, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
- **Notes:** Independent high-street optician in the market town of Bedale, on the outskirts of the Yorkshire Dales

## Contact

- **Phone:** 01677 424142
- **Email:** info@paulrutteropticians.co.uk
- **Website:** https://www.paulrutteropticians.co.uk
- **Online booking:** https://paulrutteropticians.mysight.uk/
- **Book an Eye Test partner:** https://www.bookaneyetest.co.uk/practices/paul-rutter-opticians-bedale
- **Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580224483577
- **Instagram:** https://www.instagram.com/paulrutteropticiansandhearing/
- **Company name:** Paul Rutter Opticians Ltd
- **Company number:** 5824255

## Practical Info

- **Target audience:** Local patients in Bedale and the surrounding Yorkshire Dales area seeking eye tests, designer eyewear, contact lenses, myopia management for children, and hearing care
- **Appointments:** Book online via MySight, by phone, or via the contact form on the website
- **Eyecare plan pricing:** Private patients £10/month; NHS patients £9/month; contact lens patients (already on a scheme) £5/month; 12-month minimum direct debit period. Members get 10% off complete glasses plus all appointments and professional fees included.
- **Pay-as-you-go pricing:** Private eye exam £45; OCT £40; OPTOS £40; contact lens check £45
- **Hearing care:** All hearing tests are free of charge; book via the hearing care form on the website or by contacting the practice directly
- **Hygiene measures:** A dedicated hygiene/safety policy page is maintained on the website