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Stylish, clinical-led opticians located in Hampstead, London. We offer top-tier eye examinations delivered with the utmost care and expertise from our highly qualified optometrists. Choose from a hand picked collection of beautiful frames from independent brands from across the world.

Jack is one of the UK’s few spectacle frame makers, crafting bespoke glasses from our onsite workshop using techniques passed down by generations. Each design is one of a kind so completely unique to you. We offer some of the finest spectacles and sunnies in town - pop in, we’d love to show you around.

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Eye Examinations.

1 hour eye exams covering eyesight, ocular health and screening for eye conditions including glaucoma and macular degeneration. Our optometrists will tailor your exam depending on your lifestyle and medical history. We use state of the art Zeiss equipment including OCT and visual field screening.

Your eyes are magnificent.

Test My Eyes.
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Traditional Craftsmanship

A spectacle frame is the most personal object you own. Beyond the wonders of improved vision, it's an extension of you. Crafted, ensuring unparalleled quality and comfort. Our skilled craftspeople employ traditional techniques and lots of elbow grease!

Bespoke Spectacles

Craft my Bespoke Spectacles
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A stylish, playful opticians offering top clinical eye testing and bespoke spectacles and sunglasses.

Handmade Frames

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Brands

We stock a great range of independent brands from all over the world.

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Ransome. Story

Our beautifully designed store offers frame fitting, eye exams, repairs, and bespoke services in the real, three-dimensional world. Bravissimo! I’ll sketch a design and make a template.

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Founded by Jack Ransome, we craft bespoke eyewear that merges precision, individuality, and timeless style.

Our Story

“Getting my bespoke spectacles at Ransome was a seamless, personalised experience. Jack’s skill and attention to detail made all the difference, and the result is exactly what I was looking for.”

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Come in and experience our unique approach to eye care.

Ransome Bespoke is a made-to-measure service, customising any existing Ransome frame to your exact measurements, in a choice of hundreds of acetate colours and with a personal engraving.

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