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Founded in 1973, Martyn Kemp Opticians is the largest independent group of opticians in South Yorkshire.

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Why Choose MKO?

Outstanding Reputation

Over the best part of 50 years we built our excellent reputation caring for over 100,000 patients. You can trust us to look after your eyes.

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The Best in Eye Care

Our highly-qualified staff are assisted by the latest high-tech equipment to enable a thorough but smooth service.

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Quality Eyewear

We offer a fantastic range of quality products tailored to your individual needs.

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Quality Eyewear

Top Brands, for Everyone

We have a wide variety of designer brands across our MKO practices to cater for different styles and lifestyle requirements. With such a vast range of frames, there is something to suit everyone.

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Exceptional Eyecare

Contact Lenses

There are many different types of contact lenses for different needs. Your optometrist can assist you with finding the right type of contact lenses to suit your eyes, lifestyle and individual requirements.

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High-Tech Eye Exams
Detect health issues early.

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From The Blog

Catch up with the latest in eyecare and eyewear
National Eye Health Week: 5 Simple Steps to Protect Your Eyes
Eye Health

National Eye Health Week: 5 Simple Steps to Protect Your Eyes

National Eye Health Week is a reminder to make looking after your eyes part of your everyday routine. Discover five simple ways to support your eye health, from regular eye exams and UV protection to taking screen breaks, maintaining a healthy lifestyle and recognising changes in your vision.

Sep 21, 2026
Contact Lens Recycling at Derbyshire Opticians
Contact Lenses

Contact Lens Recycling at Derbyshire Opticians

Did you know you can recycle your used contact lenses and their packaging at Derbyshire Opticians? In this blog, we explain how our contact lens recycling scheme works, what you can recycle and how making this simple change to your routine can help reduce waste and recycle your old lenses correctly.

Aug 28, 2026
Back to School Checklist: Is Your Child’s Vision Ready for a New School Year?
Eye Health

Back to School Checklist: Is Your Child’s Vision Ready for a New School Year?

With a new school year just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to make your child’s vision a priority. From spotting the signs of an undetected vision problem to understanding the importance of regular eye exams, discover how looking after their eyes can help them see clearly, learn confidently and make the most of the school year.

Aug 20, 2026