Vision Network UK event at Barton Manor Hotel, Preston

Sunday · 13 September 2026 · Preston

An event with a difference, built for independent eyecare.

One day. Seven speakers. Twelve hand-picked exhibitors. Practical sessions, CPD-accredited workshops and the peers to share it all with.

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The promise

The optical event you'll actually look forward to.

Vision Network UK is a full day of practical sessions, CPD-accredited workshops, hand-picked exhibitors and genuine networking — built specifically for the independent eyecare community.

We've taken over a grand manor hotel in Preston and brought together the brands, speakers and independents that are actually moving the sector forward. The day is designed for optometrists, dispensing opticians, locums, practice owners and their teams — anyone working in independent practice who wants to exchange ideas, share experiences and learn from peers.

Selected sessions carry CPD points, and every session is built to be practical and immediately applicable — the kind of insight you can put to use back in practice on Monday morning.

7
Speakers
12
Exhibitors
1
Grand manor
8 hrs
To go deep
Independents in the optical community networking in a bright venue

The community

Built to bring independents together.

Vision Network UK exists because the independent eyecare sector thrives when it connects. You'll spend the day exchanging ideas with peers who understand the day-to-day of independent practice, sharing what's working, and learning from colleagues across the country.

Lunch, coffee breaks and time on the exhibitor floor are all built in so there's real space for conversation — not just badge-scanning.

Date
13 September 2026
Hours
09:00 — 18:00
Location
Barton Manor Hotel & Spa
746-768 Garstang Road, Barton
Preston, PR3 5AA
For
Optometrists, DOs,
locums, owners & teams
Delegates in a Vision Network UK workshop session
A full room of eyecare delegates at a Vision Network UK session

The presenters

Seven voices. Practical, day-one ready sessions.

A line-up curated by Vision Network UK — clinical educators, communicators, mentors and independents sharing what's actually working in practice today.

Dr Husain Khaki

Dr Husain Khaki

Founder, Heart Eye

Medical Doctor, Entrepreneur & Innovator

A medical doctor, entrepreneur and innovator, Dr Khaki brings a unique perspective to the future of eye care — combining clinical expertise with a passion for using technology to improve patient outcomes. Through his work with AI-powered retinal imaging at Heart Eye, he is exploring new ways to unlock valuable health insights from the eye, bridging the gap between vision care and broader health understanding, and empowering eye care professionals with tools that support a more proactive approach to care.

AI for ECPsCPD-accredited session
Dr Pretty Basra

Dr Pretty Basra

Optometrist · TEDx Speaker

Entrepreneur & Mindset Mentor

An optometrist, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur and mindset mentor with a focus on leadership, wellbeing and personal development within eye care. Dr Pretty explores why practices that focus on the human side of care — alongside clinical excellence — are best placed to build trust, improve patient relationships and create long-term success.

From Eye Care to Human CareKeynote session
Peter Greedy

Peter Greedy

BSc (Hons) MCOptom

Optometrist, Coach & Leadership Consultant

Drawing on more than 35 years in clinical practice alongside his work as an accredited coach and leadership consultant, Peter explores how emotional factors influence patient decision-making — and how optical professionals can better understand and exceed patient expectations through empathy, active listening, trust-building and expert questioning.

What Do They Want? Patient Communication MasteryPractical session
Andrew Clark

Andrew Clark

Net Zero Eyecare

Sustainability Lead, Optical Sector

A leading voice in sustainability within the optical sector and a key contributor to the development of Net Zero Eyecare initiatives. Andrew explores how Net Zero principles are being applied within eyecare, what practical action looks like in real-world settings, and how optical professionals can progress their sustainability journey in a way that is realistic, relevant and achievable day-to-day.

Net Zero Eyecare: What it means for modern optical practiceShort focused session
Tammie Loughlin

Tammie Loughlin

Loughlin's Optics

Accessibility & Inclusive Eyecare Advocate

Tammie's work focuses on making eyecare more accessible and inclusive, with particular attention to the real-world barriers faced by disabled and neurodivergent patients. Using real-world examples and patient personas, she demonstrates how small but meaningful changes in communication, clinical environment and dispensing approach can significantly improve accessibility and patient outcomes.

Seeing Beyond the Test Chart: The Hidden Barriers Facing Neurodivergent and Disabled PatientsPractical session
Garry Kousoulou

Garry Kousoulou

FBDO · Founder, Loving Social Media

Dispensing Optician & Marketing Strategist

A qualified dispensing optician and founder of Loving Social Media, a digital marketing agency helping optical practices and healthcare brands grow their presence. Garry's perspective bridges eye care and digital marketing — combining clinical experience with over a decade of work in social media, marketing and business development within the optical sector.

The Hidden Customer: How colour vision testing can grow your practicePractical session
Peter Black

Peter Black

MBA FBDO FEAOO PGCAP FHEA

Dispensing Optician & CPD Educator

With extensive experience in CPD delivery and a track record of making complex clinical topics practical and engaging, Peter brings a highly interactive, discussion-led approach designed to support everyday dispensing confidence. Two focused workshops translate theory into real-world practice — exploring the causes of non-tolerance and remakes, and building confidence with classic and modern frame materials.

21st Century Lenses – a problem-solving approach & Frame MaterialsTwo CPD workshops · 3 CPD points each

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CPD workshops · independent line-up · Preston, 13 September 2026.

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The exhibitors

Twelve brands worth your day.

A hand-picked line-up of frame houses, lens innovators and suppliers that understand what independent eyecare needs — chosen because they belong in the same room as the people running these practices.

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DSW Optical

02

Sightique Optic Supplies

03

Feb31st

04

Talla

05

J.F. Rey

06

Caroline Abram

07

Einstoffen

08

Scope Eyecare

09

Heart Eye

10

Net Zero Eyecare

11

Loving Social Media

12

Loughlin's Optics

Full exhibitor line-up updated regularly. More to be announced.

The day

A full day, well paced.

Talks, workshops, a sit-down lunch and coffee breaks — all under one roof, with time between sessions to visit exhibitors and talk to fellow independents.

Full running order and session times to be announced.

  • 01Keynote — From Eye Care to Human Care · Dr Pretty Basra
  • 0221st Century Lenses & Frame Materials · Peter Black (2 CPD workshops)
  • 03AI for ECPs · Dr Husain Khaki
  • 04Patient Communication Mastery · Peter Greedy
  • 05Net Zero Eyecare · Andrew Clark
  • 06Seeing Beyond the Test Chart · Tammie Loughlin
  • 07The Hidden Customer · Garry Kousoulou
  • 08Sit-down lunch & coffee breaks with exhibitors

Tickets

Spend a day with the people shaping independent eyecare.

Book early — early bird pricing is limited.

Early bird
£45

All sessions, sit-down lunch & coffee breaks included.

Early bird · with CPD workshops
£60

Full access including all CPD-accredited workshops.

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Questions? Email visionnetuk@gmail.com