Northern Optics is an independent specialist dealer of telescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes and related accessories..You can purchase from our website or in person at our weekend outlet at Barton Upon Humber. At our outlet we always have a great selection of optics and accessories for you to try before you buy. Our shop window over looks a country park lake with abundant wildlife. In other words it is the perfect place to try before you buy your binoculars. As well as our main Monday to Friday phone number, you can call us at the weekends 10am - 3pm on 07779 122 121 As for background. Not only do we sell binoculars and telescopes, I also am an active birdwatcher and astronomer with a great knowledge of what optics suit each buyer , and have a great knowledge of different types of optics, lens coatings and prisms. So you can be confident of getting the correct advice from us. You will also find we have a low sales pressure and relaxed attitude towards selling. So you can relax