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Gray & Bull Optician

5 Pelham Street, Nottingham, United Kingdom, NG1 2EH

Specialties:

Optometry

3 specialists

4.85

/5

(26 reviews)

5 Pelham Street, Nottingham, United Kingdom, NG1 2EH

Specialties:

Optometry

3 specialists

Areas of expertise

Eye Test
17
Glasses
11
Routine Eye Exam
9

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About Gray & Bull Optician

Located on Pelham Street in Nottingham, Gray & Bull has been a cornerstone of the community since 1806. For over two centuries, it has remained the city’s oldest independent opticians, providing trusted and personalised eye care for generations.

Their team focuses on delivering a comprehensive and bespoke service, ensuring clients receive expert care for their vision. Whether it’s routine eye examinations or specialised contact lens fittings, they are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards.

Gray & Bull offers both private and NHS eye tests, as well as a full range of contact lens services, including fitting and aftercare. Their commitment to quality is evident in their expert advice on eyewear, ensuring frames are perfectly fitted and lenses are of the highest precision.

Our optometrist is Dr. Sheeraz Janjua, who is a Fellow of the College of Optometrists, Doctor of Optometry and the Director of Gray & Bull. He has over 27 years of experience in optometry, with specialist expertise in complex spectacle prescriptions, Dry AMD, Dry Eye Disease, medical retina, glaucoma,
low-vision, sport vision and paediatric eye care including myopia management. He is dedicated to providing the highest quality eye care to
his patients. Dr. Janjua was one of the first optometrists in the UK to
offer photomedicine in the form of 'Photobiomodulation' for Dry AMD and
Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) alongside Intense Pulsating Light (IPL)
for Dry Eye disease. He has been shortlisted for the prestigious, 'UK
Optometrist of the Year 2025' award at annual Optician award ceremony in
December 2025.

Dr Janjua started his journey in Optometry in 1997 and completed his
Bachelor's at the University of Bradford in 2000. In 2009, he began his
Doctor of Optometry degree at Aston University, graduating in 2017 after
researching dry eye disease and nutrition. During this time, he also
completed his Diploma in Sport Vision in 2010 from the Association of
Sport Vision and for a short time worked with the first-team players of
Derby County FC.

Dr. Janjua holds several professional certificates awarded by the
College of Optometrists following extensive examinations by Cardiff
University. The higher qualifications include Glaucoma, Low Vision,
Medical Retina, and Paediatric Eye Care. He recently completed a
Master's degree in Clinical Optometry from Cardiff University, where he
conducted an extensive literature review on photobiomodulation and
diabetic eye disease.

In recent years, Dr. Janjua was runner-up in the prestigious UK Optician Awards:

  • Optometrist of the Year 2018
  • Independent Practice of the Year 2019

Facilities at a glance

This practice offers a range of facilities and services.

Outpatient care
Off-site parking available nearby (Free)
Imaging services
Wheelchair accessible
Taking public/NHS patients
Taking private patients
Diagnostic services
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Specialties

  • Optometry

Areas of expertise

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Eye Test
17
Glasses
11
Routine Eye Exam
9
Vision Problems
3
Eye Problems
2
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
1
Binocular Vision
1
Macular Degeneration
1
Glasses Repair
1
Astigmatism
1
Headache
1
Glaucoma
1
Dry Eyes
1
Myopia (Short-Sighted)
1
Blurred Vision
1
Prismatic Correction
1
Children's Vision Development
Colour Vision Deficiency
Complex Contact Lens Assessment
Complex Refractions
Diabetic Macular Oedema
Diplopia (Double Vision)
Double Vision
Keratoconus
LipiFlow Treatment for Dry Eyes
Macular Haemorrhage
Myopia Control
Reading Difficulties
Reduced Vision
Specialist Contact Lenses
Stroke
Traumatic Brain Injury
Travel and Motion Sickness
Valeda Light Therapy
Visual Impairment

Insurers

  • Self-pay only

Location

Opening hours

Monday

09:00 - 17:30

Tuesday

09:00 - 17:30

Wednesday

09:00 - 17:30

Thursday

09:00 - 17:30

Friday

09:00 - 17:30

Saturday

09:00 - 17:30

Sunday

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5 Pelham Street, Nottingham, United Kingdom, NG1 2EH

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Patients describe the staff at Gray & Bull Optician as professional, friendly, and helpful. Reviews describe excellent service and thorough eye examinations. Patients appreciate tailored advice for lenses and spectacle selection, experiencing a relaxing and informative visit. The patient experience at Gray & Bull Optician focuses on quality eye tests and a diverse range of spectacles.

5.0
verified patient
19 Mar 2026

Very happy with my time there I have been going many years always pleased

4.8
verified patient
19 Mar 2026

Had the most pleasant experience with Dr Janjua and the whole team were very friendly and helpful

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
17 Feb 2026

The Service provided by Dr Janjua was exceptionally good. I highly recommend Grayandbull Opticians. I am very pleased with the excellent care and service provided by Grayandbull Opticians.

Patient seen for:
Reply from Gray & Bull Optician
19 Feb 2026

Thank you so much for your kind review! I'm so pleased to know you are happy with your experience. Dr SJ

5.0
verified patient
10 Oct 2025

I had a great experience with Grey & Bull. I brought in my glasses after they’d been twisted out of shape, and John fixed them beautifully. The service was quick (less than 20 minutes) and incredibly professional. My glasses came back looking brand new. John was very kind, honest, and clearly cares about helping people. I highly recommend Grey & Bull for anyone looking for reliable, professional, and friendly optician services in Nottingham.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
07 Oct 2025

A calm, relaxed visit with no tension caused by usual eye tests to ‘make your mind up about what you see and go’. A wide choice of spectacle frames that actually fitted me was a pleasant surprise at the end.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
02 Sep 2025

As ever, excellent service. Xould not be faulted.

Patient seen for:
Reply from Gray & Bull Optician
25 Sep 2025

Thank you for your review! I'm pleased to know you are happy with your experience. Dr S J

5.0
verified patient
08 Aug 2025

Expert service Pleasant experience.

Patient seen for:
Reply from Gray & Bull Optician
25 Sep 2025

Thank you for your review! I'm pleased to know you are happy with your experience. Dr S J

5.0
verified patient
02 Jul 2025

Excellent service

Patient seen for:
Reply from Gray & Bull Optician
05 Jul 2025

Thank you so much for your kind review! Dr SJ

5.0
verified patient
30 Jun 2025

Great customer service from a professional team who care and know about their business.

Patient seen for:
Reply from Gray & Bull Optician
05 Jul 2025

Thank you so much for your kind review! Dr SJ

4.8
verified patient
06 Jun 2025

I received a thorough examination and helpful advice regarding the best lenses and frames for me.

Patient seen for:
Reply from Gray & Bull Optician
05 Jul 2025

Thank you so much for your kind review! Dr SJ

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Specialists

3 SPECIALISTS

Dr. Sheeraz Janjua
Optometrist

4.96

Patient trust score

612

patient reviews

5

skill endorsements

JT

Optometrist

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Patient trust score

0

patient reviews

0

skill endorsements

0.00

Patient trust score

0

patient reviews

0

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Services

Outpatient care
Imaging services
Taking public/NHS patients
Taking private patients
Diagnostic services

Parking

Off-site parking available nearby (Free)

Facilities

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

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What are Gray & Bull Optician's reviews like?

Gray & Bull Optician's overall patient rating is 4.85 out of 5 stars on Doctify.

This is based on 26 reviews.

Where is Gray & Bull Optician located?

Gray & Bull Optician is located at 5 Pelham Street, Nottingham, United Kingdom, NG1 2EH

When is Gray & Bull Optician open?

Gray & Bull Optician is open Monday (09:00 - 17:30), Tuesday (09:00 - 17:30), Wednesday (09:00 - 17:30), Thursday (09:00 - 17:30), Friday (09:00 - 17:30), Saturday (09:00 - 17:30)

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