Top 10 optical chains in the UK

Global chain of optical practices founded by Doug and Dame Mary Perkins more than 30 years ago and now operating across 10 countries. Significant wins in the past few years include expansion in domiciliary care after acquiring Healthcall and being awarded the contract to provide DVLA-approved eye tests.

Now part of the Walgreens Boots Alliance, the multiple is able to offer eye care services within a wider health and beauty setting incorporating its huge pharmacy operation. Boots bolstered its standalone high street presence significantly with the purchase of 400 Dollond & Atchison practices in 2009.