About Us

Henderson Opticians has been a proud part of the Teesside community for over a century. Get to know all about us and the services we are proud to offer.

1900s

Our journey started back in the early 1900s as W.B. Carr, Jeweller Optician. Later, Brian Durkin took over with a mission to provide the Teesside community with the best quality eye care.

1960s

In the 1960s, James Henderson took the reins, bringing a passion for patient care and independent practice that became the foundation of who we are today.

1980s

By the 1980s, we had grown, opening a second branch in Yarm. Staying independent has always been important to us—it lets us focus entirely on what matters most: our patients.

Now

Today, our three practices are led by Directors Rob Stokeld and Matt Booker, who continue the tradition of exceptional care set by Mr. Henderson. Our Marton branch, known as Stokeld & Stephens, has been part of the Henderson Opticians family for many years. Together, we’re dedicated to delivering the best vision care to Teesside, just as we’ve always done.

Our Branches

Stockton-on-Tees

Opening Times

Monday to Friday 9.00 – 17.30

Saturday 9.00 – 12.30, 13:00 – 17:00

(Alternate Saturdays to Yarm)

Telephone: 01642 673071

Yarm

Opening Times

Closed Monday

Tuesday to Friday 9.00 – 17.30

Saturday 9.00 12:30, 13:00 – 17.00

(Alternate Saturdays to Stockton)

Telephone: 01642 783340

Marton

Opening Times

Monday to Friday 9.00 – 17.30

Saturday 9.00 – 12.30, 13:00 – 17:00

Telephone: 01642 322386