Are you eligible for a free eye test through Universal Credit in Northern Ireland?

If you're receiving Universal Credit in Northern Ireland, you no longer have to complete the HC1 form to access free eye tests. However, it's worth noting that not all Universal Credit recipients are automatically eligible because it is means tested. You can find more information on eligibilty criteria here.

Newtownards

Visit our in-store eye health and hearing specialists.

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Store details

Opening hours

Standard hours

DayOpening hours

Mon

09:00 - 17:30

Tue

09:00 - 21:00

Wed

09:00 - 17:30

Thu

09:00 - 21:00

Fri

09:00 - 17:30

Sat

08:30 - 17:00

Sun

13:00 - 18:00

Seasonal hours

DayOpening hours

12th Jul 2026

Closed

13th Jul 2026

Closed

20th Dec 2026

Closed

24th Dec 2026

09:00 - 13:00

25th Dec 2026

Closed

26th Dec 2026

Closed

31st Dec 2026

09:00 - 13:00

1st Jan 2027

Closed

Store services available

Our Newtownards store offers eye health and hearing services.

Eye health services

Hearing services

Additional information

Accessibility services Disabled access

  • Receiving Universal Credit? Call us to book an appointment.

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