News

Filter by:

Sort by:

News Supporters' stories Military moments

Be part of Armed Forces Month

5 Apr 2024

Will you take on a challenge in June to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day and National Armed Forces Day.

A photo of Blind veteran Harry sitting at a table during an interview

News Charity news Veterans' stories

Blind veteran Simon is the new Mayor of Morley

20 May 2024

The new Mayor of Morley has credited Blind Veterans UK, and rugby league with getting him to this point.

Blind veteran Simon in his red mayoral robe and gold chain

News Supporters' stories

Blind veteran taking on Great North Run

28 May 2024

A Navy veteran who has recently started to receive our support is taking on the Great North Run to "give back"

Blind veteran Steve standing in his living room wearing his Blind Veterans UK t-shirt

News Supporters' stories

Great North Run 2024

11 Sept 2024

13 runners took part in this year’s Great North Run in support of our charity, raising over £5,000 between them.

Blind veteran Steve and his guide runner Chris are holding up their medals to the camera. They are stood with their arms around one another's shoulders. Chris is wearing a Blind Veterans UK running top and Steve is wearing a bright yellow t-shirt with "blind runner" written on it.

News Supporters' stories

Ninety year old successfully scales ship’s mast

17 Sept 2024

A 90-year-old man has successfully scaled the mast of the Cutty Sark to raise money for our blind veterans.

A photograph of Kelso taken by another person on the yard arm with him. In the background are the views across London

Read more

Unseen Stories podcast

Four blind veterans accompanied by two nurses going for a walk at Church Stretton during World War II

Help & info

Blind veteran Connie, wearing dark sunglasses and laughing as she speaks to Blind Veterans UK staff member

Sight loss resources

Photo of blind veteran Janet be trained to use a magnifier