Independents merge in Bognor Regis

Two independent opticians in Bognor Regis have merged their practices to secure the future of independent eye care in the local community.

Walsh Opticians, a Hakim Group independent practice, has joined forces with Bridle Opticians to form a new entity: Walsh & Bridle Opticians.

David Bridle, owner of Bridle Opticians for 20 years and a dispensing optician for over four decades, has chosen this moment to retire following the merger.

Reflecting on the transition, Bridle said: ‘I feel confident that the team at Walsh & Bridle Opticians will continue to ensure our patients receive the very best service and care.’

Practice manager, Emily Ware, added that all the team were highly anticipating the merging of the practices and saw it as ‘a fantastic opportunity to combine two practices who really value offering a personalised eye care service’.