MySight York is a hard working, independent charity supporting local people to live well with sight loss.

Our aim is to help people living with sight loss to make confident choices about their lives. Our experienced staff and friendly volunteers are always happy to help.

You will find information about us and our services on this site. To find out more, or to talk with us about any aspect of sight loss, please telephone 01904 636269 or email hello@mysightyork.org

Our Equipment and Information Centre is open for one-to-one appointments or if you prefer to contact us by telephone or email, we will be happy to help with any aspect of living with sight loss.

Please contact us for more information on our Befriending Services or one of ourĀ Activity groups.

If you, or someone you know, need support with any aspect of living with sight loss, please get in touch.

MySight York's Equipment Centre - there are cabinets with displays of the different equipment all along the top. There is also shelves with equipment on display.
A woman leaning forward touching the grass on a sensory walk.

Latest news

Barbara Fairs Appointed Chief Executive Officer of MySight York

Posted: Friday 31 July 2026 | Louise Calpin

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Barbara Fairs as Chief Executive Officer of MySight York.

Following a thorough recruitment process and consideration of a strong field of candidates, the Board of Trustees selected Barbara to lead the charity into its next chapter. Her extensive experience, leadership skills and deep understanding of the organisation made her the clear choice for the role.

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Our next event

Indoor VI Tennis

11:30am–12:30pm, 17th August 2026

In collaboration with Rob Hodge through the York Disability Tennis Network, at the University of York Sports Centre Indoor Tennis Courts, Heslington Campus, Mondays. (Please note this is not the Sports Village at the University).   Please bring your own refreshments. We will provide all the equipment. These sessions are currently free, with no cost […]

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