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Metro Blind Sport Newsletter
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Welcome to the Metro Blind Sport's May 2019 Newsletter!
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A Month with Martin – May 2019
It’s been another busy month for our Metro members and our staff. Our cricketers have been frustrated with the weather at the start of the season, but they had a wonderful evening in May where they hosted the ICC Cricket World Cup at North London Cricket Club.
The team were joined by YouTuber, Theo Baker and they enjoyed a training session and sharing their knowledge about how to play the sport. It was amazing to see how engaged Theo was with our talented cricketers. Visit our website for the full article
Continuing sporting successes, I was delighted to hear how successful our bowlers have been. We now have a double UK bowls Champion amongst our members. Amit Amin, representing England, played in the UK Indoor Bowls Championship and secured the gold medal to match his gold medal in the UK Outdoor Bowls Singles. Following this success, Amit travelled to Israel to compete and came back with a silver medal. What a fantastic achievement and we will be interviewing him soon to get all the details.
Our own YouTube channel now has more content as we have released two series of videos to showcase vision impaired sport. Our cricket and bowls videos have now been released and in June we will release our tandem cycling and tennis videos.
• Cricket Videos:
• Bowls Videos:
Special thanks to those members involved and to Mark Bullock for coordinating. I really believe that these videos will support greater participation in physical activity.
The Annual Metro Athletics Open is nearly here so a reminder that the entry form is still available. I would love to see as many of our members as possible join in the fun at the Mile End Stadium on the 22nd June.
Finally, I would like to thank Fred Carpenter for his hard work and dedication in supporting our monthly archery sessions. Fred has decided to step down as the Archery lead. He has been involved with our archery sessions since they began and has supported many members in playing the sport. The sessions will continue as normal so please visit our website for details.
Martin Symcox - CEO Metro Blind Sport.
Charlie's Corner
The month of May for Metro Blind Sport has certainly been a busy one filled with several visits to sport sessions, sport sector events and final planning for our 43rd Metro Athletics Open.
I really enjoyed heading along to watch the cricket season kick off for Metro Devils against the Gloucester Growlers at Highgate, despite some patchy weather throughout the day!
I shot my first ever arrow at the archery sessions and was enthused to see and hear about the developments of participants who have been taking part regularly.
As the nominated Charity of the Year for the UK’s largest sport and physical activity trade show, Elevate; it was brilliant to heighten the importance of the challenges that people with a visual impairment face whilst taking part in sport and physical activity and promote our charity to key players across the sport sector.
The highlight of the month had to be the ICC World Cup Trophy tour to London, as our Metro cricket players provided a great cricket session that finely represented what VI sport is all about. For a full write up of the day, head to
Finally, the Metro Athletics Open is now less than 3 weeks away and we cannot wait to welcome everyone to Mile End Stadium. To ensure no one will miss out, we have decided to extend the entry deadline to the 12th of June: entry form. If you have not done so already, please do try and apply before this deadline as this will be your final chance. Hope to see you there!
Charlie Raven - SDO Metro Blind Sport.
Athletics Open
• Date: Sat 22 June 2019 Venue: Mile End Stadium, London, E14
• Entry: FREE including packed lunch, t-shirt, medals & certificate
• Download Entry Form:
• Please complete and return the form attached below, by email to charlie.raven@
• Need help to complete the entry form - Call Charlie on 07956292046
Run for London Marathon 2020
Applications for #TeamGLFB Virgin Money London Marathon places are now open. The Virgin Money London Marathon is the most iconic event on the running calendar. The 26.2 mile route through the heart of the capital is lined with cheering crowds and takes in London’s legendary landmarks. The incredible atmosphere makes the London Marathon a race you’ll never forget!
Visit GLFB website: .uk/support-us/london-marathon-2020/
Survey for the GLFB
The Greater London Fund for the Blind who have very kindly funded numerous projects for Metro over the Years including recently our series of VI sports videos have a new survey, it would be great if our members and friends could spare some time to Help the GLFB
The Greater London Fund for the Blind – a key supporter of Metro Blind Sport - wants to hear from you on your experiences of services and accessibility in and around London. They have put together a short survey to collect views and experiences to inform their work and aid their fundraising.
Archery
Archery in Wandsworth!
We welcome all members and the age of shooters ranges from as young as twelve when accompanied an adult. Come down and have a go!
Date: 9 June 2019 Time: 12 noon - 2.00 pm
Venue: Southfields Academy Sports Hall - Aspire@Southfields, 337 Merton Road, SW18 5JU
Cost: £2.50 for Members ** £5 Non - Members
Contact: charlie.raven@ or Phone: 07956292046
Vision Impaired Archery – Castle Centre with London Vision SE
Venue: The Castle Leisure Centre, 2 St Gabriel Walk, London SE1 6FG
Date: Mondays 3, 10, 17 June Time: 11..00 am - 12 Noon
Cost: £3 per session Email: info@
For more information - Please call: 020 3815 3660
Bowls
Outdoor Bowls at Ravenscourt Park - W6
Date: 5, 12,19, 26 June 2019 Time: 2.00pm - 5.00pm
Venue: Ravenscourt Park, Paddenswick Road
Hammersmith, London, W6
Cost: FREE
Contact: ericgal@blueyonder.co.uk or call Phone:0208 985 6245
Bowls Videos link:
Ten Pin bowling and lunch in Lewisham
Feel the satisfaction of knocking over those pins. Ten pin bowling is great fun and accessible for all.
Venue: Lewisham Bowl, 11-29 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, London, SE13 5AU
Date:13th June Time: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Cost: £2.50
Organisers: London Vision South East
Meeting points:
Lewisham Station ticket office 11am, or at the bowling alley at 11:20am
To Book click here:
Cricket
Metro Demos Blind cricket at the ICC World Cup Trophy Tour!
In the early evening of Wednesday 21st May, Metro Blind Sport cricket players were invited to organise a special cricket training session in celebration of the International Cricket Council World Cup Trophy Tour 2019 (ICC CWC). David Griffiths, a special guest of Metro Blind Sport who supported the cricket team as an umpire in its earlier years was in attendance, alongside Vice President Roy Smith MBE, to offer support and guidance.
The session got underway and our cricket sport lead Rory Field provided some coaching for all including Youtuber Theo Baker. You can read the full article, check out the gallery & watch a great bowl from Mujahid Zabit on our website
Latest Cricket Match Reports!
You can read the latest Match side reports from Paul Toplis here on our cricket articles page: , Where you can enjoy the highs and lows of this season cricket matches on our website and more!
Metro Cricket Outdoor Nets – Highgate
Date: Weekly (usually Tuesdays) in Cricket Season,
Venue: Highgate Woods, Cricket Nets
For more details on Metro’s cricketing activities
Email: rory.field74@ or Phone: 077 4232 3224 (Rory Field)
Blind Cricket Videos:
Annual Disability Day at the iconic Kia Oval
Date: Tuesday 2 July 2019 Time: 10.30 am - 2 pm
Venue: Kia Oval, Kennington Oval, London SE11 5SS
Cost: Free
participants can take part in a variety of skills and challenges on the outfield and the ground. As one of the most famous venues in cricket, and being the home of Surrey County Cricket Club, this is an opportunity not to be missed
Activities include...
Batting, Bowling and Fielding skill challenges on the outfield • Take on the Cricket Factory challenges• Test yourself in the Batfast simulator zone • Tours of the historic Kia Oval and much more...
TO BOOK YOUR PLACE OR FOR FURTHER INFO PLEASE CONTACT:
Gavin Reynolds on 07725 203962 or email disability@
Cycling
Merton Sports and Social Club (MSSC) Tandem Rides
The club has a fleet of tandems and pair sighted front riders with vision impaired back riders for regular rides, mainly on quiet roads and trails. We run two rides a month – a longish one (30 to 40 miles) on the first Sunday and a shorter one (15 miles or so) on the third Saturday. For more information, please email cycling@.uk or visit our website: .uk
MSSC upcoming Cycling Events:
Dance
VI Zumba at the TPT hub!
VI Zumba is a Latin-inspired, gentle yet exhilarating dance fitness session.
Location: Thomas Pocklington Trust, Entrance D Tavistock House South, Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9LG
Times: 5:30 to 7:00 pm every Tuesday Meet and Greet: Euston Station Mobility Access room – 5:00 pm
Contact: connect@ or 07852 886 100
Fabulous new free aerobics class at MertonVision
Classes will run on a Monday afternoon - the First term is from 13 May to 1 July
Open to all and free to attend. Time: 1.30 – 3pm
Classes will be tailored to individual needs!
Contact MertonVision info@.uk 020 8540 5446
Extant Event: No Dramas!
Are you visually impaired and would you like to come along to drama sessions that are designed to have some fun, learn new skills and meet new people? Then No Dramas is just for you!
When: Thursdays, June 27 June, 1 August, 26 September Time: 18:00-20:00
Where: The TPT Hub – Entrance D, Tavistock House South, Tavistock Square, Euston, London WC1H 9LG
Contact: for more info please Tel: 020 7820 3737 or Email: info@.uk
Football
Upcoming Football Sessions
• 5 June - Free Inclusive Football
• 6 June - Blind & VI Football
• 13 June - Blind & VI Football
Link to all Football events:
Goalball
New Junior Goalball sessions
New Goalball sessions form Goalball UK in partnership with RSBC.
Learn the basics of goalball and put our new found skills to the test with matches against each other. Working with Goalball UK, you'll be taught by the experts to attack and defend in this indoor, 3-aside team sport.
Open to visually impaired 8-25 year olds.
Dates: Thursdays 1, 18, 29 August 2019 Time: 10am - 12pm
Address: Our Lady’s High School, 6-16 Amhurst Park, London, N16 5AF.
Station meet and greet available from Stamford Hill.
Email: ginisha.vekaria@.uk or call 020 3198 0225
Upcoming Goalball Events
• 10 June - Goalball in Croydon
• 11 June - Goalball in London
Link to All Goalball Events:
Mixed Martial Arts (MMARAP) - Super Tuesdays
sessions include:
• Females only from 1 pm – 2 pm for all ages
• Kids from 4.30pm – 5.15pm – Ages 6yrs – 14yrs
• A mixed group from 5.30pm – 6.30pm (male and female). All ages 40+ for the non-disabled, Deaf/Blind and disabled.
Date: Every Tuesday
Where: Ringcross Community Centre, 60 Lough Road, Islington, N7, 8RH
For more info Email: info@mmarap.co.uk or Call 0333 0030 520
Sailing
Tideway Sailabilty
We sail Wednesday and Thursday from April to October. It is rare that we have to curtail sailing because of the weather as our volunteers are hardy and we can reduce the size of the sails if it is windy.
Venue: Surrey Docks Watersports Centre, Rope Street, London, SE16 7SX.
Contact: email info@.uk or 20 7237 9001 Website:
Swimming Events & News
MSSC: SOS - Save our Swimming!
Come along and have fun, dip your toe in the water, take the plunge, go with the flow and help throw MSSC Swimming a lifeline.
Time is running out for MSSC’s weekly swimming session, held each Thursday evening at the Canons, Mitcham. In order to reduce the subsidy and make this activity viable, we desperately need to increase the number of participants.
Venue: Canons Leisure Centre, Madeira Road, Mitcham CR4 4HD
Date: Thursday 6 June Time: 8.00 pm to 9.00 pm Cost: £3.00
Travel: Buses 118, 127, 264, 270, 280, 355
Contact: Email: swimming@.uk or call TEL. 07500 913 223
1-1 Swimming sessions at Ealing Swimming Club!
Metro Blind Sport in Partnership with Ealing Swimming Club and Everyone Active is offering one to one swimming lessons!
Time: 12.00 to 13.00 When: Mon, Weds and days flexible, dependant on the coaches’ availability, please do enquire Call to confirm: 07428 783509
Where: Northolt Leisure Centre, Eastcote Lane North, London, UB5 4AB.
Who: for blind and beginners / non-swimmers
Cost: £20.00 for four 1-1 Coached session *Saves £18.60 per session
Contact: Fred fred@swimesc.co.uk or Tel. 07428 783509
Swim the Serpentine for the GLFN – 21st Sept 2019
Swim Serpentine is a one-day open water swimming challenge in the iconic Serpentine, Hyde Park. With half, one, two and six-mile distances available, there is something to suit every ability.
Be part of #TeamGLFB (Greater London Fund for the Blind) and benefit from our expert fundraising and training advice.
As part of #TeamGLFB you will receive:
• #TeamGLFB swim cap to train in. A fundraising pack with tips and materials. Expert training advice
Contact Rebecca at rclarke@.uk website .uk/swim
Tennis Events!
Upcoming Blind & VI Tennis Sessions!
• 5 June Learn Blind Tennis ITC:
• 6 June Blind & VI Tennis Sutton:
• 7 June VI Tennis ITC:
• 11 June VI Tennis – NTC:
• 13 June Blind & VI Tennis Sutton:
• 14 June VI Tennis Globe Club:
Link to all Tennis Events:
Yoga at the RNIB with Bonny!
Date: Wednesday evenings Time: 5.30 - 6.30 pm Cost: £5
Venue: RNIB in Kings Cross - 105 Judd St, Saint Pancras, London WC1H 9NE
Contact: bonnybgriffin@ - please email Bonny to confirm.
RNIB Helpline: 0303 123 9999
Sight Loss Councils Survey
Sight Loss Councils have a vision for change! We want to know what you really think about the accessibility of services offered to blind and partially sighted people in your local area. The survey has been accessibility tested for both phones and PCs and should only take 10-20mins to complete.
It will be open from 1st June to 28th June. If you need any assistance completing the survey or wish to contact us for further information please email info@.uk Help us to make change, tell us what you think, click on the link
Info Day Sight Action Havering 26 June!
All welcome - tea and coffee are available.
Date: 26 June Time: 10 am to 3 pm - Free Entry
Venue: Salvation Army, High St, Romford, Rm1 1JJ
Organisations attending: RNIB, British Wireless for the Blind, Humanware, Glaucoma Association, Blind Veterans UK, Deafblind UK and many more
Website: .uk
DoddleBags 20% off for Metro Blind Sports
DoddleBags are thoughtfully designed re-usable 100ml pouches. Easy to use, with a super tight leak-proof zip, and large colour coded caps and stickers, they are perfect for liquids of all kinds. Great for Sports, Travel, Baby food, Icing and kids painting to mention just a few uses!
You get a discount. When you buy from Just enter DBMET20 for 20% off your entire purchase.
read all about them on our Website:
Social and other Events
Manga, The British Museum
Join VocalEyes describer Lonny Evans for this live audio-described tour of the Citi exhibition Manga, which contains highlights from the largest exhibition of manga ever to take place outside of Japan. Telling stories with themes from gender to adventure, in real or imagined worlds. Immersive and playful, showcasing original Japanese manga and its influence across the globe, from anime to ‘cosplay’ dressing up.
Date: Saturday 8 June 2019 Time: 15:30
Ticket price: £7.50 (Members/access companions free)
Booking +44(0) 20 7323 8971 Email access@
Venue: British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B 3DG
The new Tonesight installation in the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College.
Introduced by Jane Asher
Tonesight is an apparatus designed to fully include visitors with a wide range of sensory and physical ability. The installation will entice you to engage with the paintings in the Upper Hall while exploring a truly innovative and unique method of interacting with them.
Date: 28 June: Time 6 pm Venue: Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NN
RSVP your attendance and any access requirements to learning@ by Friday 14th June.
Sweet Charity, Donmar Warehouse
“The minute you walked in the joint, I could see you were a man of distinction, a real Big Spender…” New York, 1967. Charity Hope Valentine is a dance hall hostess who “runs her heart like a hotel – you’ve got men checking in and out all the time.”
Date: Saturday 1 June 2019 Time: 14:30
Ticket price: From £10 Touch tour: 13:00
Booking 020 3282 3808 email boxoffice@
Venue: Donmar Warehouse, Earlham Street, London WC2H 9LX Closest tube: Covent Garden
Juniors and Young People’s Events!
Science Museum VIscovery Day
Date: Sunday 9 June, Time: 11.00 - 16.00
Venue: Science museum, Exhibition Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 2DD
VIscovery Days are a series of events for families with members who are visually impaired, partially sighted or blind. Join us for a day of chemistry fun! Become a science detective in our exciting workshop, discover some marvellous mistakes in our interactive storytelling, get messy with wonderful slime, and much more! Call 020 79424086
VICTA register your interest in upcoming events
• 13 -15 Sept DofE Bronze Award, Peak District - 14 to 25 years
• 13 -16 Sept DofE Silver Award , Peak District -15 to 25 years
• 9 Nov Family Fireworks Party, Milton Keynes - Family
• Dec 2019 (TBC}) International Cultural Trip, Prague -18 to 29 years
Register your interest Link:
Travel expenses covered up to £50 for the Metro Blind Sports' Athletics Open or Superhero Tri!
VICTA will cover travel expenses up to £50 for those wishing to attend the Metro Blind Sport Athletics Open or the Superhero Tri. To benefit from this offer, you must:
• Have previously participated on a VICTA activity or received a grant through us
• Live outside London (for the Metro Athletics Open only)
• Be 29 years old or under at the time of the event.
If you are interested, please contact the VICTA Activities Team on activities@.uk. or call 01908 240 831 for more information.
Payment of travel expenses is subject to proof of attendance at the event (a simple photo of you enjoying the event) & travel receipts/mileage claim.
All VICTA Activities Link:
Vision England Residential Breaks for Young People
Build your confidence and independence, learn new skills, have fun and make new friends – what are you waiting for?
Vision England is an exciting residential programme for young people aged 12 – 17 years with vision impairment.
Fun-filled residentials, supported by an amazing team of staff experienced in working with young people with vision impairment. You shape the activities you do, which may include conservation activities like coppicing and tree planting, and other activities like wildlife walks, bush craft, hiking and camping. An opportunity to gain a John Muir Award certificate (environmental award scheme).
Who can apply? You must be:
• Blind or partially sighted
• At least 12 years old on 31 July 2019
• Aged 17 or under on 1 November 2019
How much does it cost? £25
Dates and venues for 2019
Introduction Days, also at the centres, are for you to find out more about the project, learn more about the John Muir Award, meet staff and other young people, plus a tour of the centre (11am-3pm).
Field Studies Council Juniper Hall, Dorking Surrey
Introduction Day: Saturday 22 June
Residential: TBC
Field Studies Council Castle Head, Grange-Over-Sands Lake District
Introduction Day: Saturday 13 July
Residential: TBC
Field Studies Council Preston Montford, Shrewsbury Shropshire
Introduction Day: Saturday 8 June
Residential: TBC
To sign up or for more information please contact us
Mob: 07894 598766 or Email: visionengland@.uk
Upcoming Events
• 02 Jun: 1st & 3rd Sundays, Tandem rides, MSSC, cycling@.uk
• 03 Jun: VI Archery – Castle Centre
• 05 Jun: Free Inclusive Football 6-19 yrs. blindsport.uk/FootieList
• 05 Jun: Learn Blind & VI Tennis,
• 05 Jun: Ravenscourt Park Outdoor Bowls ericgal@blueyonder.co.uk Tel.0208 985 6245
• 06 Jun: Blind & VI Football – Brixton blindsport.uk/FootieList
• 06 Jun: Swimming with MSSC, Call 07500 913 223
• 06 Jun: Blind and VI Tennis in Sutton 02086416611
• 07 Jun: VI Tennis - for B2, B3 - ITC Email
• 09 Jun: Archery, Aspire Centre, Wandsworth charlie.raven@
• 11 Jun: Learn VI Tennis NTC Coaches 02084877043 blindsport.uk/TennisList
• 14 Jun: VI tennis at the Globe
• 17 Jun: 1 to1 Subsidised Swimming, 07428 783509 blindsport.uk/Swimming
• 19 Jun: Yoga with Bonny, Wednesdays, RNIB, contact: bonnybgriffin@
• 10 Jun: Goalball Croydon, 7889648925 Goalball Events blindsport.uk/GoalBallList
• 11 Jun: Goalball - London Elephants! | Goalball Events blindsport.uk/GoalBallList
• 28 June: Hounslow Outdoor Bowls alanstacey2000@ Tel.07944 394270
• 22 June: Athletics Open Form :blindsport.uk/AthleticsOpen2019 | Email 07956292046
• 26 July: LOOKfest 26 - 29 July
Metro would advise to always phone or email the event contacts, to confirm that there have been no changes to the event time or date to avoid possible disappointment. Metro Blind Sport is not responsible for the content of external internet sites and events.
For more information, use the Metro's Events List
Please send us any other VI events you know about and let us help you promote them. Email saul.wynne@ or tweet to @MetroVISports
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