Bayfields confirms double acquisition

Leeds-based Bayfields Opticians has confirmed the acquisition of two new practices to further extend its reach across the UK.

It has acquired M Procter Opticians in Harrogate and Newbold Opticians in Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre. The investments were set to increase site numbers to 14 and turnover by 25 per cent. Bayfields has outlined plans to have 30 practices by 2019.

Royston Bayfield, managing director of Bayfields Opticians, said: ‘We are delighted with our latest acquisitions. Harrogate opens up a new area of the region for us, and our expansion into the West Midlands demonstrates our ongoing intentions of creating a truly national offering.