Thank You!

by Mandy Swift | Jun 3, 2025 | News

This Volunteers’ Week, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our incredible volunteers – past, present, and new – thank you for generously giving their time to support the Southampton Sight community.  For over 125 years, our volunteers have been at the heart...

The Importance of High Contrast Markings for Accessibility

by Mandy Swift | May 28, 2025 | News

Applying high contrast yellow paint to the edge of steps is a simple yet effective way to enhance safety and accessibility for individuals with low vision. The bright yellow colour provides a clear visual cue that helps distinguish changes in elevation, reducing the...

VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebrations at Southampton Sight

by Mandy Swift | May 14, 2025 | News

Our members came they sang, they cheered and they indulged in finger sandwiches, cake and bubbles to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of  VE Day. Thank you to our fantastic volunteers who are always there to ensure our members have a lovely time.    ...

Trip to “I Wanna be …” Role Play Village in Romsey

by Mandy Swift | Apr 28, 2025 | News

Young people with a vision impairment in Southampton recently spent the morning at “I Wanna be ….” Role Play Village in Romsey with the Qualified Teachers of Vision Impairment and Habilitation Specialists. The young people were immersed in a stimulating and fun...

Garfield Weston Foundation and Southampton Sight – A Visionary Partnership For The Future

by Mandy Swift | Apr 24, 2025 | News

We are delighted to announce that we have been chosen as one of the Garfield Weston Foundation’s charity partnerships!  The generous grant, donated to help fund and support the core running of Southampton Sight as a whole, will allow us to continue providing the...