Independent opticians at the heart of the community
Working to ensure your vision is the best it can be
At Patrick & Menzies we have been looking after people’s eyes for more than 30 years. As a proudly independent opticians, we have four branches in Braintree, Brightlingsea, Manningtree and Mersea. We have always done things a little bit differently from the competition to ensure our patients receive the top-quality care they deserve.
Our partners
The Patrick & Menzies team
We are committed to providing the very best and most comprehensive service to every patient. We always make time to listen to what you tell us, and understand your eyecare needs. Please let us know when you book your appointment if you prefer to see the same optometrist each time you visit.
If you would like to book an eye test, arrange to see a dispensing optician, or you have a concern about your vision, please do get in touch.
Partner/ Optometrist
Charlotte Wearmouth – BSc (Hons) MCOptom
Partner/Dispensing Optician
Dan Edwards – FBDO
We believe in giving our best to every patient
Our practices
Braintree
84 High St, Braintree CM7 1JP
Our Braintree practice opened in 1988. It remains the largest of our branches, with three consulting rooms and more than 900 frames in stock.
Tel: 01376 320419 View Map
Practice Managers: Natasha Rathe and Jon Day
Brightlingsea
10 Station Rd, Brightlingsea, Colchester CO7 0BT
Patrick & Menzies took over Brightlingsea’s long-established optician’s practice in 1990. This practice boasts a busy consulting room, designer frames and sunglasses and easy parking.
Tel: 01206 302249 View Map
Practice Manager: Jenny Jones
Mersea
2 Barfield Rd, West Mersea, Colchester CO5 8QT
Our team has looked after Mersea residents’ eye care since 1990. On the main road through to town, you can park right outside the front door of our popular, friendly practice.
Tel: 01206 383455 View Map
Practice Manager: Paul Dobson
Manningtree
30 High Street, Manningtree, Colchester CO11 1AJ
Patrick & Menzies took over Manningtree’s Piper and Priem Opticians in 2021. Nestled in the heart of this bustling market town, the practice stocks a great selection of frames
Tel: 01206 392529 View Map
Practice Manager: Christina Witcher
