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If you’re blind or partially sighted, or starting to experience changes in your vision, we’re here with information, advice and a wide range of services to help you stay independent, active and enjoying what matters to you.

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Showdown Have a Go Day – Bristol
  • 2 May 2026 10:00 am to 3:00pm

Showdown Have a Go Day – Bristol

We are exploring plans to start a regular Showdown club in Bristol and are hosting a Have a Go Day so people can come along and try the sport. Showdown...

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Helping your child make the most of technology at school – parents virtual hub talk

Helping your child make the most of technology at school – parents virtual hub talk

Join our Parents Virtual Hub on 18 June for a practical session with Thomas Pocklington Trust, focusing on how technology can support your child at school.

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Update on our Thornbury charity shop

Update on our Thornbury charity shop

We are sadly closing our Thornbury charity shop on 4 April 2026, but ongoing support will still be available locally through our new advice hub.

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