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Beacon celebrates its 150th anniversary

Beacon turns 150!

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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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Beacon supports everyone affected by sight loss patients, carers, and family members alike.

2015

167,000

People in the West Midlands were living with sight loss

2032

236,000

People in the West Midlands will be living with sight loss

About Sight Loss

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Learn more about sight loss and its impact on daily life on the Fight for Sight website.

How Beacon makes a difference

Latest News & Events

What’s On February 2025

Discover the exciting range of community activities taking place at Beacon this February. From drop-in sessions and book clubs to walks, sports sessions, and film screenings, there is something for […]

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Runners raise record funds

Sight loss charity the Beacon Centre for the Blind has revealed that its annual Santa Run has reached a record-breaking fundraising total despite having to be held in January. The […]

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Forget Me Not Service tickets now available

Tickets for Beacon’s 2025 Forget Me Not Service are now live.

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What People Say About Beacon

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