Service Locations
Essex Sight is proud to run a network of Community Sight Centres across Essex, offering welcoming spaces where people with vision impairment can get advice, try out equipment, and meet others.
Whether you need one-to-one support, want to explore assistive technology, or simply enjoy a friendly chat over a cup of tea, our centres are here for you.
Service Locations
What You’ll Find at Our Centres
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Advice and information on living with sight loss.
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Demonstrations of equipment and technology to make daily life easier.
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Help with letters, forms, and applications.
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Talks and presentations from health and support professionals.
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Opportunities to connect with others and share experiences.
Where We Are
Colchester Sight Centre
Open every Wednesday from 10 am to 1 pm—no appointment required. Friendly staff and volunteers offer advice on sight loss, eye conditions, benefits, audio books, registration, and assistive aids. Demonstrations of low-vision equipment available, with opportunities to chat and connect.
Chelmsford Sight Centre
Held on the first Friday of each month, 10 am to 1 pm. Located in the library, offering information on eye conditions, benefits, and demonstrations of visual aids including an electronic video magnifier.
Chelmsford Central Library, Market Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1LH
01206 548196
Clacton Sight Centre
Open on the second Thursday of each month, 1 pm to 3 pm. Offers advice on eye conditions, support services, community transport, talking books, and demonstrations of low-vision aids.
Halstead Sight Centre
Meets every fourth Thursday of the month from 1 pm to 3 pm. Local support in a friendly venue with accessible guidance on living with sight loss.
Maldon Sight Centre
Available on the first Tuesday of every month, 10 am to 1 pm. Local drop-in sessions offering advice, information, and equipment demonstrations.
Walton-on-the-Naze Sight Centre
Held every third Tuesday of the month, 10 am to 12 pm. Local venue offering support and information.
Soken House, The Triangle Shopping Centre, Walton-on-the-Naze, CO13 0AU
01206 548196
Brentwood Sight Centre
Sessions on the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday each month, 10 am to 4 pm. Offers local advice, social connection, and equipment showcases.
Brentwood Community Hospital, Crescent Drive, Brentwood, CM15 8DR
01206 548196
Mobile Sight Centre
Operates Monday to Friday (10 am to 4 pm), bringing services to rural and hard-to-reach areas.
Can’t Visit in Person?
If you’re unable to attend a centre, our Mobile Sight Centre and Home Visiting Service can bring support directly to you.