​BBS Have a Go Day Newcastle Friday 27th October

British Blind Sport are delighted to announce the launch of our Newcastle Have a Go Day. Working in partnership with Henshaw’s Newcastle, this event will take place at The Walker Activity Dome, Wharrier Street, Walker, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 3BR on Friday 27th October from 10.30am until 3pm.

BBS Have a Go Days are a series of sporting events taking place nationwide offering blind and partially sighted people the opportunity to try a wide range of sports. The Newcastle event is entirely free to attend and open to anyone with a visual impairment, their friends and family. BBS will be bringing you a range of sports to try on the day! Our friendly staff and coaches will be on hand throughout the day to answer any questions.

Successful events have already taken place in the following locations: Northampton, Leicester, Birmingham and Manchester. These days are always well attended and so to avoid disappointment we advise you to register early! Here’s what other participants had to say:

“I found it amazing! The things I thought I couldn’t do, I actually could. Especially cycling for the first time in 11 years. I felt the wind on my face as we moved around the track. Golf was wonderful as was the putting. Really enjoyed the day and look forward to the next.” Participant, Have a Go Day Leicester

“I had a great day today as I met some new wonderful people and tried some new activities, great for your stamina and health. I would suggest other people come and try it next year if they want to come and get involved. Thank you for a great time British Blind Sport!” Participant, Have a Go Day Manchester

For further details please contact British Blind Sport on 07917 388 172, email participation@britishblindsport.org.uk or to register online, please click here.

British Blind Sport are looking for volunteers to help out at this events. I you can spare some time to help the visually impaired and blind attendees enjoy the day fully, please get in touch using the contact information above.

NOTES TO EDITORS

Based in Leamington Spa and having recently celebrated its 40th anniversary British Blind Sport help blind and partially sighted people get active and play sport. Sport and recreational activities can enhance the lives of people with visual impairments, by improving their health and increasing their social interaction. We encourage adults and children to participate in activities at all levels, from grassroots to the Paralympic Games.

For more information about the event and British Blind Sport please contact us on 01926 424247 or email participation@britishblindsport.org.uk.