Events

Come along to our stands at these free events to chat with us about our services and explore living aids for blind and partially sighted people.

Volunteer and George at Sight Concern event

East Bedford Drop-in Coffee Mornings

  • When: Usually the first Thursday of each month, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • Where: Christ the King Church Hall, Harrowden Road, Bedford, MK42 0SP

Join us for a relaxed coffee morning hosted by the East Bedford Primary Care Network. Our Visually Impaired Champion, George, will be there alongside other local support organisations.

  • Upcoming Dates:
    • Thursday 6th February
    • Thursday 6th March
    • Thursday 3rd April

Enjoy a free cup of coffee or tea, biscuits, and a chat. Further dates to be announced later.


Vision Zone 2025 Events with Optelec

Explore specialist low vision equipment from Optelec and meet Sight Concern for advice and support. There will also be stands from other organisations, including RNIB, Age UK Bedfordshire, and more.

Wixams

  • When: Wednesday 19th February, 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
  • Where: Wixams Retirement Village, Wixams, Bedford, MK42 6EA

Luton

  • When: Wednesday 12th March, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
  • Where: Bushmead Community Hub, Hancock Drive, Luton, LU2 7SF

Biggleswade

  • When: Monday 16th June, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
  • Where: The Weatherley Centre, Eagle Farm Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8JH

Professional Vision Services Drop-in Day

  • When: Tuesday 15th April, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
  • Where: The Rufus Centre (Templefield Room), Steppingley Road, Flitwick, MK45 1AH

Try the latest magnification equipment from Professional Vision Services Limited and get information and advice from the Sight Concern team about living with sight loss.


Asda Luton Information Day

  • When: Wednesday 16th April, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Where: Asda, Wigmore Hall Shopping Centre, Wigmore Lane, Stopsley, Luton, LU2 9TA

Visit our stand to learn more about our services, get advice, and support our fundraising efforts.


We look forward to seeing you at one or more of these fantastic events!

Sight Concern