Nel Optometrists

Nel Optometrists We are fully equipped to provide you with the best pair of spectacles, contact lenses and sunglasses

We're at The Urban Corner, corner of Waterworks and Jacobus Smit Street, New Park, Kimberley. Mon–Fri, 08:00–17:00. What...
30/07/2026

We're at The Urban Corner, corner of Waterworks and Jacobus Smit Street, New Park, Kimberley. Mon–Fri, 08:00–17:00. WhatsApp us on 061 526 2736 to book your appointment, ask a question or just say hello. See Nel to See Well. 👓

Your lifestyle affects your eyesight more than most people realise. Maintaining a healthy weight lowers your risk of dia...
27/07/2026

Your lifestyle affects your eyesight more than most people realise.

Maintaining a healthy weight lowers your risk of diabetes – one of the leading causes of preventable vision loss. UV-protective sunglasses reduce long-term damage. A good diet, regular exercise, enough sleep and not smoking all contribute meaningfully to your eye health.

Good vision isn't just about the right prescription. It starts with how you live. We'll handle the eye care – the rest is up to you.

Your eyes are extraordinary. The iris opens and closes like a camera shutter, controlling exactly how much light reaches...
24/07/2026

Your eyes are extraordinary.

The iris opens and closes like a camera shutter, controlling exactly how much light reaches the back of your eye. The lens finetunes that focus onto the retina – a layer of specialised cells that converts light into electrical signals your brain turns into images.

All of this happens in a fraction of a second, millions of times a day, without you thinking about it once. Remarkable, right? Look after them.

When did you last update your prescription? If you're squinting, getting headaches or just feel like things aren't quite...
22/07/2026

When did you last update your prescription? If you're squinting, getting headaches or just feel like things aren't quite as sharp as they used to be – your prescription has probably moved on without you.

Wearing an outdated prescription causes unnecessary eye strain and headaches. We recommend a comprehensive eye exam at least every two years, or sooner if something changes. And while you're at it, new lenses are also a great excuse for new frames. Just saying. ;)

If you've ever left an optometrist feeling rushed, unheard or like you walked out with the wrong glasses – you're not al...
20/07/2026

If you've ever left an optometrist feeling rushed, unheard or like you walked out with the wrong glasses – you're not alone. We do things differently.

Every visit starts with a real conversation about your life, your vision needs and what actually works for you.

One optometrist. Your full attention. Glasses that fit your face and your lifestyle. If that sounds like what you've been looking for, we'd love to meet you.

This Mandela Day, we encourage you to give your time, your energy or your resources to someone who needs it. Whether tha...
18/07/2026

This Mandela Day, we encourage you to give your time, your energy or your resources to someone who needs it. Whether that's volunteering, donating or simply checking in on a neighbour. Small acts. Real change. Happy Mandela Day, Kimberley. 🌍

Holding your phone further and further away? Needing more light to read? Struggling with menus in dim restaurants? It's ...
16/07/2026

Holding your phone further and further away? Needing more light to read? Struggling with menus in dim restaurants?

It's called presbyopia, and it happens to everyone eventually. From around 40, the lens inside your eye gradually loses flexibility, making close focus harder.

The good news: there are great solutions – from reading glasses and progressives to multifocal contact lenses. Come in and let's find what works for your life.

"I could never put something in my eye." We hear this all the time – and we get it. But here's the truth: modern contact...
13/07/2026

"I could never put something in my eye."

We hear this all the time – and we get it. But here's the truth: modern contact lenses contain around 70% water, are ultra-thin and sit on the eye rather than going “into” it.

They cannot get lost behind your eye. They won't fall out when you cry. They're suitable from childhood to old age. The fear is real, but so is the freedom on the other side of it. We'll guide you through the whole process, at your pace, with zero pressure.

If your glasses are always dirty, you're probably cleaning them wrong. Skin oils, using your shirt, and grime stuck in t...
11/07/2026

If your glasses are always dirty, you're probably cleaning them wrong. Skin oils, using your shirt, and grime stuck in the hinges are the usual culprits.

The fix is simple: wash them under lukewarm water with a drop of gentle dish soap, then dry with a clean microfiber cloth – nothing else. Still struggling?

We offer complimentary professional ultrasonic cleaning in-store. We put the frames through a professional ultrasonic bath, and hand them back spotless. No charge. Just pop in.

Social media is full of eye care advice. Some of it is helpful. A lot of it isn't. Influencers promoting blue light glas...
09/07/2026

Social media is full of eye care advice. Some of it is helpful. A lot of it isn't.

Influencers promoting blue light glasses as a cure-all, or recommending lenses without a proper fitting, can actually do more harm than good.

Your eyes are not a trend. They're complex, irreplaceable and deserve professional attention – not a 30-second reel.

We're just here to remind you: when it comes to your vision, please seek professional help.

Address

The Urban Corner, Corner Of Waterworks And Jacobus Smit Avenue
Kimberley
8301

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+27875270257

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