RNIB National Library Service

Name
RNIB National Library Service
Category
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
RNIB National Library Service is the largest specialist library for readers with sight loss in the UK. It offers a comprehensive range of books and accessible information in a range of formats including braille, giant print and unabridged audio.
Telephone Number
0303 123 9999
Website Address
https://www.rniblibrary.com/iguana/www.main.cls?p=b3ba52c6-5bac-4699-afb9-0dfb99409462&v=965c415e-39bd-450b-bb45-15017d1f825b
Address
WC1H 9NE
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

change to name, description, tel, email and web. - consent via email from Una - 30/3/10 - EGRefresh Project- email 1 sent 17.9.13, email 2 sent 6.12.13Phone call made 24.3.14 (CM) - address changed LMRemoved fax 21.7.14 LM. website, email, twitter updated AC 24/10/23

Last Contacted
27/03/2014
Last Updated
24/10/2023
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Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)

Name
Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)
Category
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Royal Society for Blind Children wants every blind child and their family to have skills and confidence to live life without limits
Telephone Number
0203 198 0225
Website Address
https://www.rsbc.org.uk/
Address
EC3R 6EN
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

change to email - consent via phone from Kerry - 29/3/10 -EGRefresh Project- email 1 sent 17.9.13, email 2 sent 6.12.13Phone call made 28.3.14 (CM) - address, phone number and email amended. Consider amending entry LMEntry amended from website, fax removed and name changed from 'society for the blind' 30.5.14 LMupdated address and phone number using info from website -RC 31/8/16

Last Contacted
14/04/2014
Last Updated
02/06/2023
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SENSE

Name
SENSE
Category
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Condition(s)
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Exclude All
No
Short Description
SENSE is a national charity that supports and campaigns for children and adults who are deafblind.
Telephone Number
0300 330 9256
Website Address
https://www.sense.org.uk/
Address
N1 9LG
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

description overhaul -Refresh Project- email 1 sent- 17.9.13, email 2 sent 6.12.13Response received from Margaret Keeble 6.12.13. All details correct. LMUpdated details received via email on 14.5.14 from Rayna - address, telelphone number, email and entry details changed LMupdated phone number using info from website - RC 17/8/16

Last Contacted
14/05/2014
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SENsory Adventures Essex

SENsory Adventures Essex
Name
SENsory Adventures Essex
Category
Condition(s)
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Short Description
SENsory Adventures runs sensory sessions for children with SEND aged 2-12.
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+
Contact History

Submitted by Amy 24/3/26 AP

Last Updated
24/03/2026
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Speech Teach UK

Name
Speech Teach UK
Category
Condition(s)
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No
Short Description
A website for parents and professionals supporting children with speech difficulties.
Website Address
http://www.speechteach.co.uk/
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

Removed from useful contacts section, and given own Directory Entry - BB 24.10.17

Last Contacted
24/10/2017
Last Updated
19/01/2021
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Talking Newspapers (Brentwood & District)

Name
Talking Newspapers (Brentwood & District)
Category
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Talking Newspapers (Brentwood & District) is a weekly Gazette, free taped news service for the blind and visually impaired in the Brentwood area.
Telephone Number
01277 215956
Website Address
https://tnf.org.uk/civicrm/profile/view/?reset=1&id=441&gid=14
County
Essex
Age Relevance
11+, 16+
Contact History

Refresh project- email 1 sent 6.12.13, email 2 sent 6.12.13 (KC)Phone call made 28.3.14 (CM), 5.6.14 (LM). Spoke to Angela MacKinnon who is now the secretary - confirmed details. Changed contact name, phone number, website and amended entry slightly 9.6.14 LMupdated website link - RC 31/8/16. website updated. facebook, twitter added AC 6/11/23

Last Contacted
06/09/2014
Last Updated
06/11/2023
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The Amber Trust

Name
The Amber Trust
Category
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
The Amber Trust provides grants for music lessons, music therapy, instruments, equipment and concert tickets to help blind and partially sighted children who have a talent or a love for music. 
Telephone Number
0300 323 9964
Website Address
https://www.ambertrust.org/
Town
London
Address
SW19 6JF
Age Relevance
4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Last Updated
13/11/2018
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The Art Ministry

Name
The Art Ministry
Category
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Condition(s)
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No
Short Description
Regular arts and crafts groups and clubs for children and for adults with learning difficulties, adults with physical disabilities and adults with visual impairments
Telephone Number
07582 025163
Website Address
https://www.theartministry.org.uk/
Town
Hadleigh
County
Essex
Address
SS7 2DQ
Age Relevance
4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

Form submitted by Allan Webb 16/12/21 .

Last Updated
17/12/2021
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Thurrock Talking Newspaper

Name
Thurrock Talking Newspaper
Category
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Thurrock Talking Newspaper provides a memory stick of edited items from the Thurrock Gazette in mp3 format for the visually impaired.
Telephone Number
01375373611
Website Address
https://tnf.org.uk/find-a-talking-newspaper/?civiwp=CiviCRM&q=civicrmprofileview&reset=1&id=520&gid=14
Age Relevance
16+
Contact History

Consent given by John Franks - AR 15/06/10Refresh project- all details checked online and are correct 9.12.13.- KC updated 10.12.13 updated website link - RC 31/8/16. email, facebook, twitter added, website updated AC 13/11/23

Last Contacted
12/10/2013
Last Updated
13/11/2023
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TV License Fee Concession

Name
TV License Fee Concession
Category
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
TV Licence Fee Concession (half price) is available for registered blind adults and children.
Website Address
https://www.tvlicensing.co.uk/check-if-you-need-one/for-your-home/blindseverely-sight-impaired-aud5
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

Refresh Project - checked website, no telephone number now, just online application. Web address amended 6.6.14 LMadded phone number using info from website -RC 31/8/16. website updated, phone removed AC 13/11/23

Last Contacted
06/06/2014
Last Updated
13/11/2023
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VICTAR (Visual Impairment Centre for Teaching & Research)

Name
VICTAR (Visual Impairment Centre for Teaching & Research)
Category
Condition(s)
Short Description
VICTAR (Visual Impairment Centre for Teaching & Research) undertakes research, carries out teaching and training and provides advice and resources in the area of visual impairment and education.
Telephone Number
0121 414 4866
Website Address
https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/victar/index.aspx
Town
Edgbaston
Address
B15 2TT
Age Relevance
11+, 16+
Contact History

Refresh project- email 1 sent 17.9.13, email 2 sent 6.12.13Details updated from website - contact name removed and telephone number changed 14.5.14 LM. website, twitter updated, address added AC 13/11/23

Last Contacted
14/05/2014
Last Updated
13/11/2023
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