Visually Impaired Daniel is Running 10 Miles for Eye Matter
Daniel Griffiths is undertaking The Great South Run to raise vital funds for Eye Matter. The 10-mile run takes place along the coastline of Portsmouth on Sunday 18th October. Please […]
Eye Matter’s Partnership with Greenwich and Docklands International Festival (and their other activities)
On Friday the 3rd of July, Eye Matter Members enjoyed a talk from Evie Ayres-Townshend from the Greenwich and Docklands International Festival (GDIF). Evie, who is the Access Producer at […]
Bushra’s Glowing Review Of Her Experience At The London Aquatic Centre, Stratford
On Friday 21st August, four visually impaired people, attended 45 minutes of circuit training, followed by 15 minutes of seated yoga, before plunging into their swimming session at the London […]
He Can Be Opinionated Despite Being Blind!
So how about a blind horse going forward to compete in the Horse of the Year show or allowing his owner Megan to ride him when he cannot see where […]
Blind Man To Row Across The Atlantic Ocean
In January 2027, registered blind, Adam Benjamin will be rowing 3,200 miles across the Atlantic Ocean to raise £100,0000 for Parkinson’s UK. Eye Matter was contacted by Adam, who is […]
London based Braille course enrolment now open
THIS IS NOT AN EYE MATTER EVENT London based Braille course enrolment now open. My name is Danielle Cleary and I am one of the Braille tutors at Adult Learning […]
Moorfields Wayfinding Consultation
Moorfields Eye Hospital is embarking on an exciting journey as it prepares to relocate from its historic City Road site to a state-of-the-art facility near St Pancras Station in 2027. This move not only aims to enhance patient care but also positions Moorfields within London’s vibrant Knowledge Quarter, surrounded by leading research institutions. Camden Council is inviting you to participate in a consultation to shape wayfinding measures that will help patients navigate to the new centre. Share your thoughts on the proposed green line marking the last half mile from St Pancras International Station. Your feedback is invaluable!
New Audio Description Enabled for Wimbledon 2026
Thanks to Vicky Blencoe for sharing. On iPlayer find the sports channel or category, select Wimbledon and a tab called audio described. Here there are the inclusive feed options for […]
Introducing Fix My Street
A huge thanks to Mark for bringing this to my attention on Facebook. This App is totally free and can be downloaded on to your smart phone. Just do a […]
RNIB Campaign For Accessible Health Records
The RNIB wants to know whether you have experienced inaccessible health information over the last year? They are looking for people who would be willing to share their experiences to […]