Free time

Sport and leisure

Do you enjoy football, cricket, goalball or other sports or leisure activities?

Find out about ways to get the most from activities happening in your area, and read about other young people who have!

Reading and writing

If you enjoy reading and writing, find out more about the latest reading and support resources, ebooks and why not write for RNIB!

If you have problems getting the books you want in your preferred format, find out our RNIB's Right to Read campaign.

Cinema and theatre

Love film? Visit our film pages for information about audio-description, listings of cinemas that provide discounted tickets for disabled people, and information about Blu-ray and DVDs with audio-description.

Love theatre? We provide regular online listings of audio-described theatre performances around the UK. Visit our theatre pages to find out more.

Music

RNIB Music Advisory Service provides support and advice to children and young people learning music, playing a musical instrument or taking part in musical activities, either just for fun or as part of developing a career in music.

Our Music Advisory Service can help with any queries about teaching and learning music with a sight problem. There is also a programme of music events for children, families, young people and adults, including revision days for pupils doing GCSE or A level music.

Games and Gaming

This section is currently under development and will introduce you to accessible features of modern gaming! We would like your thoughts, ideas and experiences of gaming - share with others what you like! You will also information on accessible board games and more!

Social networks

Become a fan of our Facebook page, follow the latest updates using Twitter or watch videos on sight loss and RNIB's services on YouTube. Visit our social networks page for more information and read our helpful advice for staying safe online.

Share your stories

We're looking for your stories. How did you get into your favourite leisure activity? Is there anything you want to do that you are having trouble enjoying? Whatever is on your mind, we want to know - email cypf@rnib.org.uk

Mind's Eye blog

A blog written by, and aimed at, blind and partially sighted young people. Topics include school, college, university, work, free time, gadgets and ICT, plus getting help during tough times.

Anyone can read the blog posts, but register with the website to leave comments!

Contact: cypf@rnib.org.uk

Last updated: 29 May 2013

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Sport and leisure

Blind and partially sighted young people can get involved in a wide range of sporting and leisure activities, from football to Goalball!

Join Team RNIB in a sporting event todayEvents and challenges

Get physical with Team RNIB and take on a run, overseas trek or bike ride, parachute jump or test your stamina with a triathlon! You can also take part in one of our local fundraising events.