Northern Optics

11/06/2026

New product available now. The Visionary Optigra 8x25 and 10x25 feature ED glass, dielectric coated prisms, fully waterproof and weigh less than 300g. Price £145 - £149

Combining premium compact design with high-quality optics, the Visionary Optigra ED binocular is ideal for anyone who wants excellent performance in

05/06/2026

This Sat - Sun 6th & 7th June at the Waters' Edge Visitor Centre & Country Park optics weekend. Its not just the best selection of binoculars in the area to try before you buy, but also great tripods.
The Kenro travel tripod kit is without doubt the best value and most versatile tripod we have had on display. The image does not do the build quality justice. RRP £174.95 . End of line clearance price £69.00. Local business, internet prices.
As always, limited stock on the day. 1st come 1st serve

04/06/2026

2 self sown Bee Orchids in my garden. What are the chances

29/05/2026

Available from the Waters' Edge Visitor Centre & Country Park , the Viking monopod has been a popular seller at just £19.95
Ideal for cameras and small spotting scopes in situations where a tripod would not be suitable. Could also be used as a walking aid.
Weight 450g. Height range 54cm to 148cm.
No need to wait for the optics weekends. Ask at reception who will help. Comes retail packaged. Carry case included.
On eBay will cost £22.49 - £29.00

28/05/2026

Without doubt the best sub £70 tripod we have ever stocked. Karoo Aluminium ultimate travel tripod. RRP £174.95. End of line clearance price - £69.95 with free delivery. The image does not do the build quality justice

Kenro tripods are manufactured to exacting standards of quality and are designed to give our customers exceptional value and many years of good

27/05/2026

Using a vintage camera lens to photograph vintage things at the Trolleybus museum.

22/05/2026

This Sat / Sun 23rd & 24th May 10am - 3pm at the Waters' Edge Visitor Centre & Country Park optics weekend. Great selection of binoculars for you to try before you buy, from £15 - £500+.
Be one of the 1st to purchase the all new Viking Peregrine 8x42 / 10x42 Mkll that just landed this week £399.
Also fresh to our line up are the Hilkinson natureline 8x34. Perfect for spectacle wearers and looking for something lightweight and waterproof. £89
Other brands include Hawke and Viking.
As always, limited stock available on the day. 1st come 1st serve.

20/05/2026

Viking Peregrine ED FF 8x42 & 10x42 binoculars now available

NEW PRODUCT - DUE FEB - MARCH 2026 . Hit the notify me when available box to get an email alert once stock arrives The Viking Peregrine has been

16/05/2026

Day at my usual sanctuary at York looking for new things to photograph and book reading locations. Special guest lens used was a vintage 28-70mm Tokina film camera lens that is not the best bringing out blues and greens. But the challenge is much more fun than modern stuff

15/05/2026

Just because there is no optics weekend this 16th & 17th May at the Waters' Edge Visitor Centre & Country Park, does not mean no binoculars will be available.
Simply ask to see the cabinet where you will find a smaller but recommended binoculars from £14.99 - £279.
What does not change
1 - Same prices as the optics weekends
2 - Same warranty
3 - Same chance to try before you buy
As per the optics weekends, stock is limited, so 1st come 1st serve