At Punch Opticians, we’re proud to work in partnership with The Hearing Care Partnership to offer professional hearing care in a setting you already know and trust.
Whether you visit us in Olney, Duston or Earls Barton, you can access a range of hearing services without travelling far. By bringing expert hearing care into your local optical practice, we make it easier to look after both your hearing and your eye health in one familiar place.
How We Can Help
Hearing changes often happen gradually, so it isn’t always easy to notice them yourself. Sometimes it’s a family member who points out that the television seems a little louder than before, or that you’re asking people to repeat themselves more often.
You might be thinking about booking a hearing test because conversations have become harder to follow, particularly in busy places. Perhaps you’d like advice about hearing aids, need help with persistent ear wax or are exploring hearing protection for work, music, or hobbies.
Whatever brings you to us, we’ll start by listening carefully. Our experienced audiologists take the time to get to know you, understand your concerns and provide advice tailored to your individual needs. If further support is needed, they’ll recommend the most appropriate solution for you.
Our Hearing Services
Looking after your hearing is important at every stage of adult life. Sometimes taking action before you notice any signs of hearing loss can help protect your hearing in the long term and our free hearing test is a great place to start.
We offer a full range of hearing services from our clinics within Punch Opticians, making it easy to access expert care close to home.
Free Hearing Test
A free hearing test is a comprehensive assessment carried out by a qualified audiologist to check how well you can hear different sounds and speech, helping to identify any signs of hearing loss.
During your appointment, your audiologist will begin with a detailed discussion about your hearing and lifestyle to understand how your hearing is affecting your day-to-day life. They will then carry out a series of gentle, non-invasive tests to assess how well you hear different sounds and speech. This may include listening to a series of tones at different frequencies through headphones to build a clear picture of your hearing ability.
Once the assessment is complete, we’ll explain your results in straightforward, easy-to-understand language. If we identify any hearing loss, we’ll talk you through what it means and discuss the options available to you. There’s no pressure and no obligation, just honest advice and the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
Tailored Hearing Aids
If hearing aids are recommended, we’ll help you find the right solution for your lifestyle, hearing needs and budget.
Modern hearing aids are small, discreet devices that sit comfortably in or behind your ear, designed to amplify sounds and make conversations clearer. Using advanced technology, including AI, they can adjust to different environments helping you hear speech more clearly while reducing background noise automatically, so you don’t have to adjust them yourself.
We’ll explain your options clearly, fit and programme your hearing aids, and make sure you’re comfortable using them. Our support doesn’t end there, we’ll continue to provide ongoing care, adjustments and advice whenever you need us.
We offer flexible payment options to help make hearing care more accessible. Choose between a 10-month interest-free monthly payment plan or other longer‑term plans available with low‑rate finance options.
Ear Wax Removal
Excess ear wax can affect your hearing, causing sounds to become muffled, and may lead to discomfort if left untreated.
Our audiologists provide safe, professional ear wax removal using the most appropriate method for your ears. First, we’ll take photos and videos of your ear canal, then proceed with the removal before showing you the difference between after and before. We’ll also check your hearing afterwards to make sure there’s nothing else affecting your hearing health.
Before your appointment, we may recommend using ear drops for a few days to soften the wax and make removal easier.
Hearing Protection
Protecting your hearing is just as important as treating hearing loss. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause permanent damage, making prevention essential. Whether you’re exposed to loud noise at work, enjoy live music, ride motorcycles or take part in other noisy activities, protecting your hearing is one of the best ways to prevent long-term damage.
We offer a range of hearing protection options, including custom hearing protection tailored to your ears, designed to help keep your hearing safe without compromising comfort or sound quality.
Tinnitus Management
Tinnitus is the perception of sound in the ears or head when there is no external source, often described as ringing, buzzing or hissing. Living with tinnitus can be frustrating, but you don’t have to manage it alone.
Managing tinnitus starts with a full hearing test so your audiologist can fully understand your hearing and how tinnitus is affecting you. This allows them to explain what may be causing your symptoms and offer practical advice and personalised management strategies to help you feel more in control.
What makes our Hearing Care different?
We believe good hearing care starts with listening.
Our experienced audiologists take time to understand what’s important to you, rather than rushing through an appointment. Every consultation is tailored to your individual needs, giving you plenty of opportunity to ask questions and discuss any concerns you may have.
Because we’re independent, our advice is always based on what’s right for you. If hearing aids are recommended, we’ll explain your options clearly and support you in making an informed decision.
Book your Appointment
If you’re concerned about your hearing, or it’s simply been a while since it was last checked, we’re here to help.
Book your free hearing test at Punch Opticians in Olney, Duston or Earls Barton and receive friendly, professional hearing care from The Hearing Care Partnership.
To arrange an appointment contact us by phone, visit the practice, or Book Online.
Hearing Care FAQs
No. We offer free hearing tests to help you understand your hearing health and identify any changes.
It depends on the appointment. A hearing assessment usually takes around 90 minutes, giving us plenty of time to understand your hearing, carry out your assessment and discuss the results with you.
Our ear wax removal and hearing protection appointments usually take around 30 minutes.
If hearing aids are recommended, we’ll explain your options clearly and help you choose a solution that’s right for you. We’ll also provide ongoing support, adjustments and aftercare to help you get the most from your hearing aids.
Yes. A build-up of ear wax can temporarily reduce hearing and sometimes cause discomfort or ringing in the ears. Our audiologists can safely assess and remove excess wax where appropriate.
The cost of hearing aids can vary depending on the type of technology, features, and level of support you need. During your appointment, our audiologist will explain the options available and help you choose a solution that suits both your hearing needs and your budget. We’ll always be clear about pricing, with no pressure to proceed.