Optometry Partner - Lerwick

Date: 8 Jan 2026

Location: Lerwick, SCT, GB, ZE1 0EX

Company: Specsavers

Specsavers Lerwick – Optometry Partnership Opportunity

 

Ever thought about running your own Specsavers store? Here’s a rare chance to join a thriving business in Lerwick with a dominant market share and a loyal customer base as their Optometry Partner.

 

Key Details:

 

  • Shares Available: 50% Optometry shares
  • Location: Lerwick, Shetland – the only town on the island
    • A tight-knit, welcoming community
    • 70–80% market share in the region
    • Remote, island atmosphere with rugged scenery and strong community spirit
  • Transport & Parking:
    • Ample free parking. Ideal for staff and customers
  • Business Snapshot:
    • Medium-sized store
    • Circa 110 sight tests per week
    • Optics and HC profit margin around 8%
  • Refit Due: Boost plus extra enhancements January 2026
  • Clinical Capabilities:
    • 3 optical test rooms
    • OCT available
    • Teleoptometry services
    • Enhanced service offering: foreign-body removals
  • Team & Culture:
    • Clinical team of 5
    • Retail team of 8 plus a Practice Manager
    • Strong retention - long-standing team with a strong in-house development culture
    • Remote setting fosters growth and independence

 

 

Why Join?

 

  • Take a meaningful stake in a modern, well-equipped Specsavers store
  • Benefit from Specsavers’ support and development commitment
  • Tap into a strong local market in a unique, community-focused setting
  • Live and work in a scenic, close-knit island town without parking hassles

 

 

Next Steps:

 

Interested in taking the next step? Reach out today to learn more about this unique opportunity and see what the future holds with Specsavers in Lerwick by contacting Samantha Firth – samantha.firth@specsavers.com