Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist Reviews 95

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have had excellent professional experiance with this optician, who was thorough with his examination and explained what was needed and why. The staff were very helpful also. I would highly recomm... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simon saw that I had not been seen by the eye clinic for two years and he noticed that my eye pressures were higher than he would like. He did an urgent referral to both Colchester and copied in Sou... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fitted me in a emergency despite a busy schedule and quick and prompt identification of my eye concern and in turn referral to eye clinic and attended witj 4 hours Very pleased as home by 7 pm wit... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having injured my eye with a tree branch I was treated within half an hour by Simon. He assessed the level of corneal injury, treated it and gave reassurance as to the severity and expected recovery t... See more

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  1. Optician
  2. Optometrist

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Simon Kleyn Optician Optometrist is located in Earls Colne and Frinton on Sea near Colchester in Essex. We are an independent family-owned group of opticians and have for over thirty years been striving to provide the best eye care. Our range of extensive optical services such as Optos, Topcon OCT and Zeiss cater for a variety of eye problems and wide range of spectacle prescriptions. We are accredited to provide excellent aftercare, accurate spectacle prescriptions and quick referral for cataract surgery to both NHS and private eye clinics. We also provide routine and urgent appointments for dry / sore / red / eyes under an NHS paid MECS scheme.


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4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent professional service…

I have had excellent professional experiance with this optician, who was thorough with his examination and explained what was needed and why.
The staff were very helpful also.
I would highly recommend him for his service.
Tony Arthurton

April 13, 2026
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

Thank you Tony, let me know of any furher eye issues, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A second to none eyesight specialist

An outstanding Optometrist with an excellent back up team … They resolved my eyesight and cataract issues swiftly and professionally … There really is nothing to criticise here - 5 star plus … Anna and Charlotte have always been exemplary support for Mr Kleyn’s business…

March 18, 2026
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

Thank you Martin, let me know if you need any further eye care, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A five star experience from the first…

A five star experience from the first phone call
through to finding my eye problem and arranging an emergency appointment for me at the Eye Clinic

March 23, 2026
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

Thank you John, let me know if any further eye issues, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simon’s expertise is so reassuring.

Simon is an expert, so professional, very thorough and engaging. I have been visiting Simon for a number of years now and recommend him unreservedly.

January 20, 2026
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thank you Peter, glad to be of help, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My husband and myself have recently…

My husband and myself have recently seen Simon, we couldn't be more pleased with what he did for us. Very thorough and very knowledgeable. Both Simon and his reptionist were very helpful. Would very highly recommend

January 15, 2026
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

Thank you Betty, happy to advise and treat, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt Professional Service

Simon Kleyn acted promptly and efficiently sending me for necessary emergency treatment. I am very grateful!

September 26, 2025
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

you are welcome, glad to be of help with Optos regarding your retinal issue, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely Amazing Service!!

My Doctor recommended I go to
Hospital immediately this morning, having experienced red, sore to touch, & stabbing needle like pain in my right eye when blinking for the past five days. GP did mention Simon Kleyn in Earls Colne, but then said he would probably be too busy to see me today, so said to go to Broomfields.
After four and a half hours of being passed from pillar to post at the hospital and not seeing an eye specialist. Also told I may not even get to see anyone today, I decided to try calling Simon Kleyn in Earls Colne & spoke to Karen, who was wonderfully helpful and got me an appointment at their Frinton branch today at 4pm.
We dashed from Chelmsford to Frinton, and straight away was seen by Simon, who was extremely professional, diagnosing my problem as an infection & prescribed antibiotics .
He also said he could have seen me earlier this morning, therefore avoiding our 4 hours in A&E 😩
Amazing service from Simon and team! Highly recommended.

July 3, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb Personal SERVICE.

Superb Personal SERVICE.
They know how to l👀k after your eyes,
Can Highly recommend
That’s why we’ve been using Simon Kleyn for over 25 years.
An overdue review

June 4, 2025
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

Thank you Peter, yes Optomap is a great tool to demonstrate eye issues, glad to help, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. I had an appointment for a swelling on my eyelid that Simon immediately identified as a cyst. He explained very clearly that he was able to carry out a small procedure to burst the cyst with a hypo needle. Painless and successfully got rid of it. It only took a few minutes: brilliant

May 28, 2025
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thank you David :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Eye injury

Having injured my eye with a tree branch I was treated within half an hour by Simon. He assessed the level of corneal injury, treated it and gave reassurance as to the severity and expected recovery time. How marvellous to be able to receive such first class treatment and kindly care so quickly.

May 28, 2025
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

thank you Gillian, let me know if we can be of further help, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very good Opticians

I was seen by Simon after being referred by my G.P. I had a prompt consultation and Simon was very kind and explained everything to me.The receptionist was very helpful too.I would definitely recommend this practice.Anne Greenaway

April 16, 2025
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thank you Anna, let me know if we can be of further help, Simon Kleyn

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

I was given a prompt appointment for my problem (blurred vision)
Extensive and thorough analysis via the tests carried out.
Simon also referred me to GP for blood test.
Many thanks for your exceptional care and expertise.
Pamela Newell

March 21, 2025
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

thank you Pamela, let me know if we can be of furher help with your sight, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you Simon

Thank you Simon. Sorted out my Periorbital cellulitis, within 5 minutes.Both myself and husband have seen you recently 10/10 Amazing service.

February 18, 2025
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

Thank you Jane, hope it all settles, will call you next week to check up on your eyes, Simon Kleyn

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very impressed

Following a detached retina in June it has become really important to me to have regular checks, Simon was recommended to me and I was not disappointed, very pleased with the thorough and professional way in which my examination was conducted, with clear explanations and advice

December 10, 2024
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thank you Neil, Simon Kleyn

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Grateful

My heartfelt thanks to the optician and staff yesterday for examining my eye to allay any panic about a detached retina. They fitted me in at a moment's notice at the very end of their working day, and gave such patient and professional service. I will never forget their kindness.

August 19, 2024
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

Thank you for your kind words Penny, let us know of any further issues, Simon Kleyn

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly helpful staff

Friendly helpful staff, got an appointment the same day I called, very efficient service. Even phoned the next day to make sure I had got my antibiotics that had been prescribed.

July 1, 2024
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

thank you Michelle, let us know if we can be of further help, Simon Kleyn

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service

I contacted Simon Kleyn opticians as I was experiencing eye problems, they booked me into a same day appointment and Simon, the optician, gave me answers and solutions which other opticians including a well known high street brand had failed to identify. Simon has referred me for further treatment and I now have a routeway to potentially resolve my condition. Super service and a great friendly team at Frinton opticians.

March 8, 2024
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

Thank you Stuart, keep me up to date with further progress please, Simon

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MECS exam

They have a really nice patient/optician manner putting me immediately at ease for my examination. Very professional too. I was pleasantly surprised.

March 6, 2024
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Reply from Simon Kleyn Opticians Optometrist

Thank you Jan, Simon Kleyn

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