Knaresborough independent optician celebrates 11-year milestone with grand opening of new premises

Yorkshire Eyewear officially opened the doors of its new practice at 18 Market Place on Friday, February 20.

Practice owners Garrey and Karen Haase, alongside the Yorkshire Eyewear team, warmly welcomed the Mayor of Knaresborough, Helen Westmancoat, as well as the town criers, loyal patients, suppliers, friends and supporters.

The event brought a celebratory atmosphere to Market Place, with the community gathering to mark both the relocation and the continued growth of the independent practice.

Yorkshire Eyewear has been proudly based in Knaresborough for over a decade, previously located at 65 High Street.

The move to the heart of Market Place represents an exciting step forward, offering a beautifully designed, welcoming space that reflects the practice’s reputation for personalised care and attention to detail.

While the focus of the day was celebration, the new practice also showcases Yorkshire Eyewear’s continued investment in advanced eye care technology, including myopia management for children, colourimetry assessments for visual stress, OCT retinal scanning, and a carefully curated collection of bespoke and designer eyewear.

In addition to the Knaresborough practice, Yorkshire Eyewear also serves patients from its East Yorkshire location in Howden, continuing its commitment to independent, community-focused eye care across the region.

Speaking at the opening, Garrey Haase said: “We are incredibly proud to have served Knaresborough for the past 11 years.

"This move represents growth, but our ethos remains exactly the same - expert eye care, honest advice and a truly personal service.

"We are so grateful to our patients, suppliers and community for supporting us on this journey.”

For more information about Yorkshire Eyewear, visit https://www.yorkshireeyewear.co.uk/