F Robson

read moreWe are the longest established Opticians practice in the North East, having been founded in 1867 during the reign of Queen Victoria. In the intervening years much has changed, however we are still guided by the founding principles of independence, high quality products and exceptional service that were laid out by Frederick Robson over 150 years ago. Our vast catalogue of frames allows us to find the right style and fit for even the most discerning tastes and being a completely Independent supplier allows us to source lenses from a wide range of manufacturers, so we can be confident of identifying and supplying the correct lenses for each individuals' needs.

read moreOur history dates back to Victorian Era Newcastle, where a young Frederick Robson established F. Robson & Co. on Dean Street in 1867. Originally, the work mainly involved the manufacture of measuring equipment such as slide rules and barometers. However, the introduction of the NHS in the 1940s, and NHS-funded sight care along with it, changed the primary focus of the business towards the more familiar supply of spectacles that is seen today. Robson's has had a rich history - it was one of the first practices to install a slit lamp (found in all opticians practices today) and was often the location of local Contact Lens Society meetings as a result.