STOTTS. Chorley is an independent optician and hearing practice at 23-25 St. George's Street, Chorley, PR7 2AA. Call 01257 262 445, or book online. Parking and directions are below.
Founded in Chorley by pioneering optician Robert L. Sutcliffe more than 80 years ago, Sutcliffes Opticians is now part of the STOTTS. family — a proper independent practice built on trust, familiarity and looking after people properly. We bring the warmth of a long-standing local opticians together with a more considered, more personal approach to eyecare, eyewear and hearing health. Not rushed. Not transactional. This is eyecare with more thought behind it.
From an eye test in Chorley to contact lenses, eyewear styling and a hearing test — everything below is available here. Explore a service, then book your appointment at Sutcliffes Opticians.
Sutcliffes has been a fixture on St George's Street for over 80 years, right in the centre of Chorley's historic market town. We're moments from the famous Flat Iron market and the Market Walk shops, with Astley Hall and Astley Park a short distance away. Generations of Chorley families — and visitors from Euxton, Leyland and Coppull — have trusted us with their eyes, and that continuity is something we're proud of.
Our approach
Eyecare with more thought behind it.
A considered, unhurried way of looking after your eyes, your eyewear and your hearing — guided by people who take the time to understand what's right for you.
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A familiar name on St George's Street
Sutcliffes has looked after Chorley from St George's Street for over 80 years, founded by pioneering optician Robert L. Sutcliffe. This is exactly the kind of town where that continuity matters — people here would rather be known than processed. So while plenty of eye tests still come down to one question, can you read the letters, we take time to understand how your eyes actually perform through the day: driving out towards Euxton and the M61, screens, reading, glare and tired eyes. Then we tailor your care, lenses and eyewear around your real life, not a chart.
A proper examination should tell you about your eyes, not just your prescription. At Sutcliffes we look at your eye health, your lifestyle and how your current glasses are really performing — what works, what irritates you, and what you genuinely need day to day. Our optometrists explain what they find in plain language, and if your current glasses are doing the job, we'll happily tell you so. It's about clarity of advice as much as clarity of vision.
Great glasses aren't a frame you grabbed off a wall because you felt hurried. They should suit your face, your prescription, your style and the way you live. Our dispensing team and stylists guide you through shape, fit, colour and material, then take the lenses just as seriously — because they're the part you actually see through. From a hard-working everyday pair to something with real character, we make sure your eyewear feels like it belongs on you.
Your hearing deserves the same attention as your vision. Changes often creep in gradually — conversations becoming less clear, background noise harder to filter, the television steadily climbing in volume. We help you understand what's happening and what, if anything, should be done about it: calm, clinical and straightforward, with no pressure and no overcomplication. Because hearing well isn't only about volume — it's about connection, confidence and staying part of the conversation.
Sutcliffes remains proudly local to Chorley, with the wider standards, support and philosophy of STOTTS. behind it: a more joined-up experience, lifestyle-led care, carefully chosen eyewear and advanced clinical technology — built on the belief that people deserve better than "good enough". Not louder. Not pushier. Just better.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 240 Google reviews at our Chorley practice.
★★★★★★★★★★
"There was an issue with the lenses in my new glasses, and without any drama the team sorted it out for me straight away. So refreshing to deal with people who genuinely listened and cared. Cannot recommend them enough."
— Craig
A review of STOTTS. Our Chorley rating above is from this practice's own Google profile.
Parking. On-street parking is limited to 1 hour, so for an unhurried visit we recommend the local car parks nearby — most offer up to 3 hours free.
By public transport. A few minutes from Chorley railway station and the town-centre bus interchange, right in the heart of the market town.
Accessibility. Let us know about any access requirements when you book and we will make sure your visit is comfortable.
Serving Chorley & the surrounding area
Euxton
Buckshaw Village
Coppull
Adlington
Clayton-le-Woods
Whittle-le-Woods
Croston
Leyland
Bamber Bridge
Standish
Brinscall
Withnell
Heapey
Charnock Richard
Frequently asked questions.
Do you offer eye tests in Chorley?
Yes. Sutcliffes Opticians on St George's Street provides thorough eye examinations, with a more detailed approach to your eye health, prescription, lifestyle and visual needs.
Is Sutcliffes Opticians part of STOTTS.?
Yes. Founded in Chorley by pioneering optician Robert L. Sutcliffe more than 80 years ago, Sutcliffes is now part of the STOTTS. family — combining a long-standing local Chorley practice with the wider standards, technology and support of STOTTS.
Do you offer hearing tests and ear wax removal in Chorley?
Yes. We provide hearing assessments and microsuction earwax removal in Chorley, alongside our eyecare and eyewear services.
Where can I park near Sutcliffes Opticians?
On-street parking on St George's Street is limited to an hour, so for an unhurried visit we recommend the nearby town-centre car parks — most offer up to three hours free.
Do you see clients from outside Chorley?
Yes. We welcome clients from Euxton, Leyland, Coppull, Buckshaw Village, Adlington, Clayton-le-Woods, Croston and the surrounding villages.
What makes Sutcliffes different?
We pair the warmth of a trusted Chorley opticians with the wider STOTTS. approach — more time, clearer explanations, better eyewear guidance and advanced clinical technology.
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