First time using these guys so always a bit sceptical especially as they were glasses most websites were out of stock on but glad I did. Rapid delivery and absolutely buzzing with the new glasses. Wil... See more
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Very easy to use web site, goods arrived quickly and packaged really well ..which was fortunate as the delivery company left the package outside and it started to rain, the box was soaked… Tor&Black... See more
Great experience (again) from Tortoise & Black. Just received my 3rd pair of new varifocals from them and they are perfect. I'm not sure how they manage to get varifocals right every time from a photo... See more
Was a bit dubious at first to order from a company I'd never heard of but the reviews were good so took the plunge and I have to say I was very impressed,very quick delivery and yes the ray bans are g... See more
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The home of luxury prescription eyewear online. We are committed providing the best available eyewear paired with friendly expertise and fast, free delivery. Experience the online eyewear boutique that is Tortoise+Black today.
Why Tortoise+Black?
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- Fast and Free Delivery
- We are proud to offer fast and free delivery on all orders.
- Official Online Retailer
- We are official stockists for all of the brands stocked on our website. We have close relationships with each brand allowing us to continually handpick and update our collection.
- Home Trial
- Looking for prescription eyewear? Our home trial lets you try up to three pairs of sunglasses or glasses on in the comfort of your own home before committing to a prescription order.
- Family Run Business
- Tortoise+Black is a UK based, family run business, dedicated to providing the latest range of products, paired with the best possible customer service.
Fast and Free Shipping
UK Next Working Day Delivery On Non-Prescription Orders
We are proud to offer free UK Next Working Day Delivery on all non-prescription orders.
Contact info
Great North Road, PE8 6BX, Peterborough, United Kingdom
- 01780 433 033
- info@tortoiseandblack.com
- tortoiseandblack.com
4.8
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Fantastic in every aspect
Competitively priced, great communication, well packaged and fast delivery. Highly recommend Tortoise and Black
August 9, 2024
stylish, high quality frames
Providers of the most stylish, high quality frames at reasonable prices.
July 23, 2024
Good delivery classes as described…
Good delivery classes as described happy with all aspects
August 4, 2024
Brilliant
Really quick delivery, great price and guaranteed quality. Overall excellent service, thank you!
July 20, 2024
Amazing
Amazing, best prescription glasses I have ever sad. Far superior lenses and an excellent service. Would highly recommend.
July 15, 2024
Five stars from start to finish
Five stars from start to finish. Our trusted supplier of frames direct. Much cheaper than the optician. This is the 4th time our family has used them.
July 29, 2024
Great glasses and price
July 28, 2024
Did exactly what they said on the tin!
Swift service, great product and they did exactly what they said in the tin… well done T&B!!
July 13, 2024
I was looking for prescription…
I was looking for prescription sunglasses, T&B automatically substituted the correct lens colours to match the originals. Very fast efficient service. Would buy again
July 4, 2024
I must give kudos to the packaging…
I must give kudos to the packaging team. It was very securely packed. Delivery was on time. It was my first time buying with them and I am sure it won’t be the last. Thank you.
July 15, 2024
Excellent from start to finish.
Excellent from start to finish.
Persol sunglasses orders and arrived promptly, great price and would certainly look to purchase from this company again.
Off on my holiday now! But apparently it’s going to be raining ☔️ (sods law! 😂)
August 1, 2024
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TF sunglasses, sold out in Europe
Just got my TF sunglasses a few days ago which luckily enough I’ve found at Tortoise as they are sold out in Europe on TF’s website; in excellent price.
5 stars from me just because the employees’ professionalism won me over.
BW,
Apostolos
July 30, 2024
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