Specsavers say they have had to open a new store at Straiton to keep up with customer demand.
Staff at the new premises will provide clinical eyecare and audiology services with an extensive range of glasses and contact lenses.
The manager at the store will be Roni Finney and the store director is Rachel McFadyen. They say that demand has risen since Specsavers first opened at Straiton seven years ago.
Roni said: “Demand for eyecare and audiology services has increased significantly in the Lothians in recent years, so we wanted to relocate to a larger unit to increase capacity while still guaranteeing the same quality of service that Specsavers is known for – no matter which store they visit.
“I’m delighted we’ve reopened our doors to customers and can show off the new space; it’s a fantastic building and we’re looking forward to welcoming back our customers.”
Peter Frame, from Loanhead Miners Football Club, visited the store to check out the new premises, as Specsavers Straiton has sponsored the team for the past seven years, with the sponsorship confirmed until 2026.
Peter said: ‘We’re incredibly grateful to the Specsavers Straiton team for their ongoing support over the past few years and are delighted for them moving to their new store. I look forward to an excellent 2026 for both of us!”
Rachel said: “Grassroots sport plays a huge role in bringing people together and strengthening communities, and we’re passionate about giving back to the community that supports us, whether that’s through providing expert eye care for local families or helping teams like Loanhead Miners achieve their goals on and off the pitch.”
Specsavers Straiton is located at Unit 5, Straiton Retail Park, 11 Straiton Mains, Straiton, Loanhead, EH20 9PW, and is accessible by car or public transport. The store can be found opposite McDonald’s, and next to Bayne’s Bakers and Dunelm.
The store is open from 9am – 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm on Saturdays, and 10am – 4pm on Sundays.
To book an appointment, please visit https://www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/straiton or call 0131 357 6551 to speak to a member of the team.
