Same Day Glasses at Tinson Opticians
Need Glasses Today?
We Can Help.
Broken your only pair? Lost them on holiday? Need a spare set urgently? At Tinson Opticians, we manufacture lenses on-site — so we can have you seeing clearly the same day.
How Same Day Glasses Work
Bring your prescription
Or we can arrange a sight test on the day
Choose your frame
From our extensive designer range
We make your lenses
Cut and fitted in our on-site laboratory
Collect the same day
Ready to wear — no waiting, no couriers
No waiting weeks. No chasing couriers. Just glasses when you need them.
Why We Can Do This
Our on-site Essilor laboratory makes the difference.
Unlike high street chains that send lenses away to central labs, we cut and fit lenses right here in Maidstone. Our professional Essilor edging equipment means we control the entire process from start to finish.
Same day service is available for most single vision prescriptions. More complex lenses such as Varilux progressives typically take a little longer — but we will always give you an honest timeframe.
Who Is This For?
Emergencies
Broken or lost glasses when you urgently need to see
Tourists & Visitors
Glasses sorted before you leave Maidstone
Busy Professionals
No time off work waiting for deliveries
Last-Minute Needs
Event tomorrow and your glasses just snapped
Backup Pairs
Get a spare set made while you wait
Any Reason at All
If you need glasses fast, we are here
What You Need
You have a valid prescription
Simply bring it with you. UK prescriptions are valid for 2 years (1 year if under 16 or over 70).
You don't have a prescription
We offer sight tests on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Book in advance and we can often complete your glasses the same day.
You have your old glasses
We can usually read your prescription directly from your existing lenses if needed.
Quality Without Compromise
"Same day doesn't mean cutting corners."
You receive the same quality lenses we put in every single pair — precision cut on professional Essilor equipment by experienced technicians who have been doing this since 1984.
Visit Us
Address
Tinson Opticians
9 Middle Row
Maidstone, Kent
Opening Hours
Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Same Day Tip
Arrive in the morning for the best chance of collecting the same day
Call ahead or pop in to check availability — 01622 686051