Supporter receptions

Join us at a supporter reception

You are invited to come and join us at one of the supporter receptions we hold across the UK.

These special events give us the chance to tell you more about our vital work, to thank you for your support and to demonstrate how, together, we are making a real difference to the lives of blind and partially sighted people.


What happens at a supporter reception

At a reception you will find out how you could become more involved with our work. You will learn about the latest developments in our services and hear directly from key staff about the inspiring and innovative projects happening in your area. The services you'll hear about at receptions will vary from location to location but may include RNIB National Library Service (including Talking Books), audio description, products for everyday living and campaigning.


Supporter receptions calendar 2013

We hold receptions all over the UK. Please check below for details of your nearest reception - and be aware that dates may change and be added to throughout the year. If you want to find out more about attending a reception in your area, you can:

May

  • 1 May - Portsmouth, Ageas Bowl Southampton
  • 2 May - Yeovil, Haynes International Motor Museum Somerset
  • 14 May - Chester, Eaton Park
  • 15 May - Chester, Eaton Park
  • 29 May - Colchester, Moot Hall
  • 30 May - Dunmow, Spains Hall

June

  • 26 June - Bristol, Mayor's Mansion House
  • 27 June - Bath, Bath Racecourse

July

  • 9 July - Ipswich, Town Hall
  • 10 July - Bury St. Edmunds, Ickworth House
  • 23 July - Llandudno, Deganwy Quay Hotel
  • 24 July - Harrogate, Ripley Castle

September

  • 10 September - Epping
  • 11 September - Watford

October

  • 9 October - Cheltenham, Pittville Pump Room
  • 10 October - Oxford, The Oxford Hotel
  • 22 October - Macclesfield, Adlington Hall
  • 23 October - Southport, Southport Theatre

November

  • 5 November - Stoke, Regent Theatre
  • 6 November - Birmingham, Botanical gardens

Find out what our supporters have to say

Many people find receptions really useful and leave with a wealth of knowledge - "I would encourage others to come to a supporter reception, it's for free and you will come away amazed." Read about what other supporters gained from the day.

The wonderful work described at receptions and the wider work that RNIB does is hugely dependent upon the generosity of people who choose to leave a gift to us in their Will.

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