Blind Veterans UK

Today’s the day! Our blind veterans and 30+ supporters are on the start line - the wait is almost over. Leave a message of support below and cheer them over the finish line 💙 #LondonMarathon

Tomorrow it all becomes real. Our blind veterans and supporters will hit the London Marathon start line, ready to give their all. There's still time to show you're behind them: sbrew.link/lQVZf8nX

Nicola and Ed are two of our incredible supporters running 26.2 miles this Sunday in the #LondonMarathon. They're running to give back for the life-changing support Ed's dad received from us after he lost his sight. RT to cheer them on 💙

Every step our blind veterans take on Sunday, their guide runner takes with them. Matt will be beside blind veteran Wayne every mile. “It will be my privilege to take him safely over the finish line.” Thank you to every guide runner supporting Team Blind Veterans UK 💙

5 blind veterans. 26.2 miles. This Sunday. Blind veterans Andy, Kelly, Wayne, Alan and Chris are taking on the #LondonMarathon to show what’s possible after sight loss. We’re counting down to race day - follow along 💙

Two blind veterans walk into a wood shop… No punchline - just a brilliant bond, a surprise award, and a story worth reading: blindveterans.org.uk/news/building-…

Join blind veteran Clive as he appears on @DoubleTapOnAir, the podcast where blind people talk tech. He shares his story of sight loss, support and exploring new technology such as Meta smart glasses. Listen now: sbrew.link/SzMbDwgt

Two weeks to go. Blind veteran Wayne is heading for the #LondonMarathon start line. After losing his sight three years ago, this goal once felt impossible. Now, after months of training, he’s ready. Read his story: sbrew.link/ZHHBGOb6

A sunny hello from our blind veterans enjoying the fresh sea air at our Rustington Centre today. Sunshine, good company and the coast at its best.

Ken served in the Second World War. He spent years singing on cruise ships after. After recently celebrating his 99th birthday, he had a stay in hospital. His Wellbeing Support Worker Sharon popped round with a microphone and speaker to cheer him up. He hasn’t lost his touch.

You could've heard a pin drop when blind veteran Stu took the stage at @RMASandhurst. What he had to say about sight loss, and finding hope, is something everyone needs to hear. Hear Stu’s full story of survival and renewal: sbrew.link/c8Yti7Me

@Samatkinson1993 So grateful for your support, we'll be rooting for you!

I am running the 2026 London Marathon in aid of @BlindVeterans and looking to raise £2,500 to help them support UK Armed Forces veterans suffering with sight loss Currently at £645, Please follow the link below to help me reach my target Thank you 🫡 justgiving.com/page/sam-atkin…

@OdstockRadio Thanks for your support!

The Charity Bookstall is in Salisbury Market Place today, raising funds for @BlindVeterans. #salisbury #charity #bookstall #fundraiser #BlindVeterans

Rebecca’s facing her fear of heights to join her daughter Anna on the Three Peaks, supporting our #charity after we helped her dad. "My mum has always been my biggest supporter" Anna told us. To all the mums who lift us up - today we celebrate you. #HappyMothersDay

Spring’s coming. If you’re living with sight loss and fancy giving gardening a go, blind veteran Andy’s got some hard-earned advice. (Including lessons learned with cherry tomatoes.) Top tips here: sbrew.link/ryXuK40s

For many veterans like Ken, accepting help doesn’t come easily. That’s why relationships matter. A steady presence. So when support is needed, there’s someone who can help open doors the right support. Watch for a glimpse into that work, told by Community Support Worker David.

This #InternationalWomensDay, we're celebrating blind veteran Kelly. She lost her sight at 23 and since then, has been on an extraordinary journey. Now she's taking on the 2026 London Marathon for Blind Veterans UK. Read her story: sbrew.link/LIn191v4

“You might be surprised by how much you gain in return.” That’s volunteer Deborah on her weekly visits to blind veteran Brian, 94. If you’re looking for something that adds real value to your week, volunteering with us could be that next step: ow.ly/ER4p50YlNK9

Jack always wanted his grandad Terry - who served in the Royal Green Jackets for 22 years - to see him in uniform. Sadly, he lost his sight before that day came. Now Jack’s running a marathon to help the charity that gave his grandad his life back. 👉 ow.ly/wwEx50Yi8kV

In for a penny? John’s in for a grand. 79-year-old RAF veteran has filled 3 milk bottles with loose change in 18 months. £1,000 raised for blind veterans. His pitch: save your spare coins, fill a bottle, donate it. Simple. Effective. Join him: ow.ly/mRS650YeZ74