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James Hughes

6 Laird Street, Coatbridge, Central Belt, ML5 3LJ

4.9 126 reviews Book Appointment Today
Free Parking Available

Free Parking Available

Disabled Access

Disabled Access

Opening Hours

Warning Closed for lunch between 1pm - 2pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday

Monday 9.00am - 5.30pm
Tuesday 9.00am - 5.30pm
Wednesday 9.00am - 5.30pm
Thursday 9.00am - 5.30pm
Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm
Saturday 9.00am - 4.00pm
Sunday Closed

Serving the community of Coatbridge and beyond for over 20 years, James Hughes is renowned for its outstanding service and using pioneering technologies to correct complex prescriptions.

The long-established laird street optician is open for all your eye care needs. You can book an appointment here. While you are visiting, you can also browse our wide collection of men's and women's glasses and sunglasses.

Using the latest technology we offer an enhanced eye exam - Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) which is a quick, painless scan, with countless benefits for your eyesight as well as your health.

OCT scans are recommended for those aged 25 or over, who want to know more about their eye health, or have diabetes, glaucoma, or have family history of eye disease. The layers at the back of the eye can be difficult to see with standard equipment. An OCT scan displays vibrant colour pictures of these ultra-thin membranes. £25 additional cost applies.

Services at Our Opticians in Coatbridge

Eye Care & Tests

At James Hughes Opticians Coatbridge, our experienced optometrists provide comprehensive eye care for the local community in the heart of Coatbridge. We offer routine eye examinations supported by advanced optical technology, including OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) scanning, allowing for a more detailed assessment of your eye health and helping us detect potential issues earlier. Our friendly team is dedicated to delivering high-quality eye care and personalised advice to support your long-term vision and eye health.

Stylish Glasses

Looking for your next pair of glasses? Our Coatbridge practice stocks a wide and regularly refreshed collection of frames, from timeless everyday styles to premium designer eyewear. Choose from popular brands such as Cocoa Mint, Arhlo, Guess, Mulberry, Ray-Ban and Tom Ford, with frames to suit a range of styles, preferences and budgets.

Hearing Care

Our friendly, qualified audiologists are here to support all your hearing care needs in Coatbridge. We provide free hearing tests, ear wax removal, hearing aid advice and fittings, helping you find the right solution for your hearing and lifestyle. Whether you’re new to hearing care or returning for ongoing support, you’ll receive expert, personalised care from our welcoming team at the Coatbridge practice.

Where to Find Us

The convenient town-centre location of James Hughes Opticians Coatbridge makes it easy to visit whether you’re travelling by public transport, car, or on foot. You’ll find our practice at 6 Laird Street, Coatbridge, Central Belt, ML5 3LJ, close to local shops and amenities, making it simple to combine your appointment with a visit to the town centre.

Car

If you’re visiting by car, there are several nearby parking options within easy walking distance of our Coatbridge practice. Local on-street parking and town centre car parks are available close to Laird Street, making it convenient to stop by for your appointment. There are also designated disabled parking bays in the surrounding streets for easier access to the practice.

Bus

Our Coatbridge practice is well served by local bus routes, with several bus stops located close to Laird Street and the town centre. These provide convenient connections from surrounding neighbourhoods and nearby areas, making it easy to reach the practice by public transport.

Train

Travelling from further afield? Coatbridge Central and Coatbridge Sunnyside train stations are both within easy reach of our Laird Street practice, offering regular rail services to Glasgow and surrounding areas.

Customer Reviews

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Robert Rodger

a week ago

Fantastic The service is fantastic the staff great they go above and beyond to help in any way they can

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Zoe Rodger

a week ago

All staff are always friendly and welcoming, everything explained thoroughly and never have to wait more than a few minutes to be seen!

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Brendan Murphy

2 months ago

Excellent service start to finish. Heather was lovely and Maria is an excellent optician. The whole visit was welcoming , friendly and professional.

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L T

4 months ago

This is a new opticians for me after moving home. The staff are very friendly, welcoming and professional. I had to attend for an eye issue. Irina was amazing and very supportive. My issue was cleared up in no time. I cannot thank the staff enough, from reception to the opticians.

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John Ferguson

6 months ago

Reception staff very pleasant, friendly and welcoming. Professional staff same as reception staff and giving full explanation of what was happening at each stage of my eye test. Irina answered all of my questions on an easy to understand manner.

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