Blackheath Eyecare Opticians

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, a regular asked the optician: ‘Why does it smell like bacon every time I come here?’ The optician smiled and replied, 'Ah, that's our new cleaning solution—smells just like breakfast!' The regular nodded knowingly, having heard similar stories from other local businesses. From then on, whenever anyone mentioned the place, they’d say, 'Oh, you must visit Blackheath Eyecare Opticians—they smell like bacon!'

2. A curious customer once asked the optician: ‘Do you ever notice how our waiting room seems to get colder whenever someone forgets their reading glasses?’ The optician smiled and replied, ‘Ah, that’s because when people lose their spectacles, they also tend to lose their personal warmth!’ Just then, a delivery driver walked in, rubbing his hands together for warmth, and muttered, “Bloody cold today…” The optician nodded knowingly, already reaching for another pair of spare glasses.

3. A sign above the door read: 'Today's special: vision so clear you'll see through walls.' The next day, several neighbors reported seeing ghostly figures in their yards. Soon after, a delivery driver arrived with new frames for an elderly lady. When he tried them on, he swore he could see right into her fridge! Turned out she had left the door open.

4. A sign in the window read: ‘Free coffee for anyone who can spot our hidden owl.’ Soon, customers were bringing binoculars and even hiring birdwatching experts. One day, a delivery driver arrived with an enormous box labeled ‘World’s Largest Owl Statue’. Everyone burst out laughing when they realized it was just for show. Since then, Blackheath Eyecare Opticians has become known not only for its optical expertise but also for being home to the world’s friendliest fake owl.