Hing Opticians

04/06/2026

We will be closed on Saturday 6th June 2026 - to celebrate the marriage of our Hannah to Sam. We wish them a lifetime of happiness together.

If you have an optical emergency during this time please call NHS 111

01/06/2026

Most of us spend hours looking at screens every day — phones, laptops, TVs. It's just part of modern life. But long hours on screens can leave our eyes feeling tired and strained.

Here's a few things that can help:

👁️ Take regular breaks — the 20-20-20 rule is a good one
👁️ Adjust your screen brightness to match the room
👁️ Blink more consciously (we blink less when we're focused on a screen)
👁️ Keep your screen at a comfortable distance — roughly arm's length

Small adjustments, but they add up over the course of a day.

31/05/2026

This morning the Hing family were invited to join in Daves last sport - basketball.

Dave is the CEO of MOVE against cancer and has been completing 24 sports in 24hrs, showing off the amazing sports available in Bedford.

He finished the day off tailwalking with Laura at Bedford Jr parkrun.

https://www.moveagainstcancer.org/24-in-24-the-moving-more-together-challenge/

27/05/2026

Why blend in when your sunglasses can do the talking? 😎

Step beyond the ordinary and make every look unforgettable with designer shades that truly stand out.

25/05/2026

Understanding how diabetes affects your overall health is so important, and that includes your eyes 👁️

Conditions like diabetic retinopathy can develop when high blood sugar levels affect the tiny blood vessels in the retina, which may lead to vision problems if not picked up early.

What makes it tricky is that these changes often don’t have noticeable symptoms at first, which is why regular eye examinations are so important.

If you have any concerns or would like to get your eyes checked, feel free to get in touch, we’re always here to help.

20/05/2026

Half term is the perfect time to tick a few things off the list, including your child’s eye test 📚

With exams approaching, clear vision can make a real difference to how comfortably and confidently children can focus and perform at school. If there are any underlying issues, picking them up early can help avoid unnecessary challenges later on.

If it’s been a while since their last check, now’s a great time to book an appointment and make sure they’re fully prepared and supported.

18/05/2026

18/05/2026

With the upcoming bank holiday approaching, please note that our opening hours may be slightly affected.

If you’re planning a visit, we recommend checking in with us ahead of time so we can make sure everything runs smoothly for you.

In the meantime, we hope you enjoy the long weekend ahead!

14/05/2026

Thank you for your patience with us the afternoon. We had a very productive training session and some well earned cake to celebrate our Emma and her upcoming addition to the family!

13/05/2026

Please note we will be closed tomorrow pm for staff training