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Magpie News – Spring 2026

The spring 2026 edition of Magpie News has been published, featuring a round-up of our

Vision Norfolk volunteer co-ordinator Emily Orford and volunteer David Page

Two Leading Assistive Technology Firms To Present Special Demonstration In Norwich For People Living With Sight Loss

24th March 2026 Two of the UK’s leading assistive technology firms are coming together to

One of the buildings in Anglia Square, Norwich. It is abandoned and there is graffiti on the walls and windows.

Travel Update – Anglia Square Norwich

Updated: 30th March 2026 Update: As of Monday 30th March Magdalen Street and Edward Street

Blackfriars Tavern owners Phavez Smith and Rachael Seaward hand over the money to Vision Norfolk volunteer Chris Stanley and fundraising manager Joe Russell

Cheers! Great Yarmouth Pub Rise To Vision Norfolk’s Fundraising Challenge

23rd February 2026 Regulars at a nationally-renowned real ale pub in Great Yarmouth which hosts

Coming up Next Week – Opportunities to Learn About Accessible Technology

20th February 2026 Coming up next week – lots of opportunities to learn about tools

Leading Assistive Technology Firm To Demonstrate ‘Game-Changing’ Technology

10th February 2026 People living with sight loss in West Norfolk are being invited to

Great Yarmouth Probus president Pip Cantwell hands over a donation of £200 to Vision Norfolk fundraising manager Joe Russell

Great Yarmouth Probus Club Members Step Up To Support Sight Loss Charity’s Fundraising Challenge

10th February 2026 A group of retired and semi-retired people who meet weekly in Great

Comedian Chris McCausland with Vision Norfolk staff at King's Lynn Corn Exchange

Comedian And Strictly Star Helps Raise Funds For Norfolk’s Sight Loss Charity

3rd February 2026 Vision Norfolk, Norfolk’s sight loss charity, has received a £300 boost thanks

Free ‘Tea And Tech’ Sessions Aim To Help People Living With Sight Loss In Great Yarmouth Master Technology

2nd February 2026 People living with sight loss in the Great Yarmouth area are being

Please help us support people through sight loss

Here’s how your donation can change the life of someone living with sight loss in Norfolk today:

£22

covers the cost of an outreach visit to help someone living with sight loss to access benefits, assistive equipment and health-related support so they can live independently at home.

£220

can fund an exciting social activity for children and young people, like karate or tubing – an opportunity for them to get together, have fun and make friends in a supportive environment.

£2,200

could provide a full year’s funding for our weekly crafting sessions, giving people with sight loss the chance to socialise and learn new skills like weaving, pottery and rug-making.