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Beacon celebrates its 150th anniversary

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Since 1875

We’ve been here to make sure no one has to face sight loss alone. Whether you're just starting your journey or have been navigating it for a while, we can help you to live well with sight loss. We've been supporting people with conditions like Cataracts, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Tunnel Vision, and Glaucoma for generations. Our vision? A world where everyone values and protects their sight, and where visual impairment is just a part of your story, not the whole story.

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7 Easy Steps For Pumpkin Carving With Sight Loss

Think Halloween and you think pumpkins! Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to help you carve your pumpkin safely and easily, even if you have sight loss.

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What’s On October 2025

Join us for a fantastic month of activities designed to connect, engage, and inspire! From active outings including walks to a fantastic cooking session to a diabetes awareness talk and […]

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Top 10 Must-Know UK Discounts For People Living With Sight Loss

Living with a visual impairment in the UK brings substantial extra costs every month, for essential items and services. However, many organisations offer discounts and concessions to help offset these […]

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I am very happy and grateful for what the Beacon Centre has done for me in my life, and I am sure there are many other people who have received tremendous help from their wonderful staff.
As a recently registered severely sight impaired young adult, I felt quite hopeless and scared of starting my adult life. I didn't know how to gain more independence, find a job and where to even look for help. Thankfully I was contacted by the staff at the Beacon Centre. With the help of their amazing team I applied and got a position that truly suits my needs and interests! Additionally, I'm becoming more independent through the Braille and IT training that the Centre provides. I am incredibly thankful for all the support I've received, and I hope more people in need will come to the Beacon Centre as it is an amazing organisation that truly cares about helping visually impaired people.
“I feel I am getting on so well now, I am happy with the support I have received, other people have also noticed my improvement. My confidence has definitely improved”.  

Beacon lifestyle service member

“I enjoy volunteering with Beacon because I feel I am giving a little back to society and making a difference to someone who would otherwise not have many visitors