An eye test you'll actually enjoy in Birmingham
Getting your eyes tested shouldn’t feel like a sales pitch or a rushed formality. At Doctor Oculus, we do things differently. No pushy upselling, no conveyor belt service, and no bland corporate insanity. Just real, personalised care from an independent optician renowned for precision prescriptions that genuinely improve everyday vision.
Based in the heart of Digbeth, we combine expert lens tailoring with a relaxed, one-on-one experience that’s genuinely enjoyable. Whether you need single-vision glasses or precision varifocals, we're experts who take the time to get it right so your eyewear suits your vision and your life.
The Doctor Oculus Eye Test Pledge. What We Stand For:
No rush. Ever.
You’ll get all the time you need. This is your vision, not a drive-through.
We listen first.
Before we look in your eyes, we want to hear what’s going on. You’re not just a pair of pupils.
Your style, your life, your lenses.
We tailor every prescription to suit how you work, live, and want to look.
No upselling. No scripts.
We’re not salespeople. No pressure. No nonsense. Everyone has a different budget, and we price fairly. We only recommend what’s genuinely right for you.
You’ll leave knowing more.
Whether it’s eye health, lens options, or why your last pair never felt quite right, we’ll explain it all in plain language.
Already got a prescription? Great.
Skip the test, we'll do the rest! Our lens and frame tailoring is our secret ingredient.
Find Us
We’ve made our home nestled among independent shops and street art of Digbeth. Find us in the Zellig building, part of the famous Custard Factory, and take advantage of the local cafes and independent shops, after your visit!
Doctor Oculus
Zellig Building
Gibb Street
Digbeth
Birmingham
B9 4AT
United Kingdom
Open:
Wednesday to Saturday
10:00 - 18:00
Closed:
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
Public Transport
We're conveniently located just a 10 minute walk from New Street Train Station, an 8-minute walk from Moor Street station, and 5 minutes away from Digbeth coach station. The number 97 bus stops right outside our window.
By Car
Driving to us? Digbeth's roads are a little different to how you remember. Set your sat-nav to Zellig car park while you attend your appointment.
Get In Touch
If you have any questions before booking your eye exam, please don’t hesitate to get in touch by completing the contact form below.
