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VI Social Events

August 2025

Saturday, 2 August - VI Social Boat Trip
Time: 10:00AM Moor Street, 12:00PM Stratford Riverside
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon
Cost: £11 per person (pre-booking required)
Highlights:
• Car parking near the Butterfly Museum
• Accessible by public transport
• Meet and chat with other visually impaired people
• Bring the family, bring your picnic
• Travel together, go off in our little groups to see Stratford after our boat trip

Monday, 4 August - Sutton Coldfield Social
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Quinto Lounge, 21-23 Birmingham Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1QA
Highlights:
• Blue badge parking available next to the venue
• Accessible by public transport
• Meet and chat with other visually impaired people
• Share experiences and ideas for future events

Friday, 8 August - Ladies’ Online Meeting
Time: 5:00 PM
Host: Stephanie
Details:
• Exclusive online meeting for ladies on Microsoft Teams
• Fun games and discussions about vision-related journeys
• Safe and supportive atmosphere
• Opportunity to share personal experiences
Contact: info@visocial.co.uk for joining details

Saturday, 16 August - VI Social Ten Pin Bowling
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Hollywood Bowl, Birmingham Broadway Plaza, 220 Ladywood Middleway, Birmingham B16 8LP
Cost: £5 per person (payment due one week before the event - includes drink and one game)
Details:
• Car parking available near the venue
• Accessible by public transport
• Please arrive 30 minutes before lane time, as busy times lanes are timed
• Message if you’re attending, or not, so we can plan accordingly

Wednesday, 20 August - Touchbase Pears Social
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: 750 Bristol Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6NA
Highlights:
• Blue badge parking available next to the venue
• Accessible by public transport
• Meet and chat with other visually impaired people
• Share experiences and ideas for future events

Monday, 25 August - Birmingham Social
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: The Railway Pub, Savoy Buildings, Hill Street, Birmingham B1 1PU
Highlights:
• Blue badge parking available behind the venue
• Accessible by public transport
• A warm, welcoming chance to meet and chat with other visually impaired people
• Share experiences and ideas for future events in a friendly atmosphere
• Discuss plans and socialise
• Share your ideas for upcoming events

September 2025

Monday, 1 September - Sutton Coldfield Social
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Quinto Lounge, 21-23 Birmingham Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1QA
Highlights:
• Blue badge parking available next to the venue
• Accessible by public transport
• Meet and chat with other visually impaired people
• Share experiences and ideas for future events

Tuesday, 2 September - Nottingham VI Social Skydive
Time: 9:00 AM
Meeting Point: Quinto Lounge, 21-23 Birmingham Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1QA
Final Destination: Skydive Centre, Nottingham
Cost: £240 per person
Details:
• Transport provided by Quinto Lounge staff to Nottingham
• An unforgettable adventure for the brave-hearted
• Full safety briefing and equipment provided

Friday, 12 September - Ladies’ Online Meeting
Time: 5:00 PM
Host: Stephanie
Details:
• Exclusive online meeting for ladies on Microsoft Teams
• Fun games and discussions about vision-related journeys
• Safe and supportive atmosphere
• Opportunity to share personal experiences
Contact: info@visocial.co.uk for joining details

Saturday, 13 September - VI Social Ten Pin Bowling
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Hollywood Bowl, Birmingham Broadway Plaza, 220 Ladywood Middleway, Birmingham B16 8LP
Cost: £5 per person (payment due one week before the event - includes drink and one game)
Details:
• Car parking available near the venue
• Accessible by public transport
• Please arrive 30 minutes before lane time, as busy times lanes are timed
• Message if you’re attending, or not, so we can plan accordingly

Monday, 15 September - Afternoon Tea
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: The Tudor of Lichfield, 32 Bore Street, Lichfield WS13 6LL
Cost: From £19.95 per person
Details:
• Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available
• Accessible by public transport
• Deposit and dietary requirements needed three weeks before the event

Wednesday, 17 September - Touchbase Pears Social
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: 750 Bristol Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6NA
Highlights:
• Blue badge parking available next to the venue
• Accessible by public transport
• Meet and chat with other visually impaired people
• Share experiences and ideas for future events

Saturday, 25 September - VI Social Harry Potter Studios Visit
Time: All day from 9:00 AM
Meeting Point: Sutton Coldfield Baptist Church
Destination: Warner Bros. Studios, London
Highlights:
• Explore the wonderful world of Harry Potter
• Transport provided by Sutton Coldfield Baptist Church
• Supported by National Lottery Community Fund
• A magical day out during National Eye Health Week for visually impaired people
October 2025
• Lichfield Ghost Tour - Saturday, 18 October (2:00 PM and 5:00 PM slots)

November/December 2025
• Christmas Meal
• Whistle Punk Axe Throwing - Christmas Edition
• Birmingham Pub Night

2026 Highlights
• Three Day Break
• Sponsored Abseiling
• Paddington Tour - March
• Cinema Trip - Wicked Part Two
• Theatre Visit - Mrs. Doubtfire
• Bournemouth Holiday
• Cadbury World Visit

Ongoing Activities
• Monthly Ten Pin Bowling
• Tech Sessions
• Peer Support Groups
• Monthly VI Social Catch-ups

For more information about any of these events, contact us at info@visocial.co.uk

Remember, free companion tickets are available for many events - please ask for details.

We'd love to see you at our events! If you need any information or have questions about accessibility, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Everyone is welcome, and we're here to ensure you have a wonderful time with us! 

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Phone / WhatsApp: 07519 155 374
Email: info@visocial.co.uk
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