Coffee, Chat, and Navigation at Stevenage Station

Tuesday 29 September 10:30am - 3:30pm
Stevenage Station. Lytton Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1XT

Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Sight Loss Council and GTR invite blind and partially sighted people to join us for a Coffee, Chat, and Navigation event at Stevenage railway station.

This is a fantastic opportunity to meet other blind and partially sighted people, learn about accessibility improvements at your local station and help shape future developments.

During the event, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a station guide developed by Sight Loss Councils. You can also take part in a guided station walk and share your experiences of travelling by rail.

Your feedback will help us understand what works well and identify any barriers. It will also help ensure the voices of blind and partially sighted passengers continue to influence accessibility improvements.

During the event

During the event, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Meet the project team: Chat with representatives from Sight Loss Councils and GTR and learn more about the work being carried out at the station.
  • Explore accessibility resources: Discover the station audio guide, onboard train guides, and the Aira app – all designed to support confident and independent rail travel.
  • Take part in a guided station walk: Explore key areas of the station and experience parts of the station guide in action.
  • Share your feedback: Tell us what works well and what could be improved to help make rail travel more accessible for blind and partially sighted passengers.
  • Connect with others: Enjoy refreshments and meet other blind and partially sighted people from your local community.

 

Book your place at our Stevenage events

  • Date: Tuesday, 29 September 2026
  • Location: Stevenage Station. Lytton Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1XT
  • Booking closes: 5pm, Friday 25 September

You can attend either of the following sessions:

  • Morning session: 10:30am – 12:30pm
    (Arrive from 10:15am)
  • Afternoon session: 1:30pm – 3:30pm
    (Arrive from 1:15pm)

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please book an additional place for any guide or companion you bring with you.

Book Stevenage Station morning session

Book Stevenage Station afternoon session 

For any queries, please email info@sightlosscouncils.org.uk

Before you attend

To help inform your feedback, please take a few minutes to listen to or read the station guide before attending the event.

Stevenage station audio guide

Why attend?

Paula, a Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Sight Loss Council member, said:

Photo of Paula, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire SLC member. Paula is standing in a restaurant with a pitched roof and exposed beams - set tables are in the background. She has long, blonde hair and is wearing a pink and black print top. She is smiling at the camera.“Having the chance to explore the station, test the audio guides and discuss our experiences with other people who understand the challenges of travelling with sight loss is so valuable.

“Events like these help make sure that the voices of blind and partially sighted passengers are heard and reflected in future improvements.”

Amy Askew, Engagement Manager for East England, added:

Amy Askew, Engagement Manager for East of England. Amy has long, dark hair and is weating a black dress with green abd pink flowers on it. Amy is stood in front of a large flower arrangement, made up of burnt orange and foliage.“At Thomas Pocklington Trust, we know that confidence is key to travelling independently. These events at Stevenage and Luton Airport Parkway stations will give blind and partially sighted people the opportunity to trial our station audio guides, share their honest feedback, and discuss the accessibility of the stations. The insights gathered will help us and our GTR partners continue developing practical solutions that make rail travel more accessible, inclusive and welcoming for everyone.”

 

About Sight Loss Councils

Sight Loss Councils are led by blind and partially sighted members. Together, they tackle local issues and work with businesses and service providers to improve the accessibility of their services.

Photography and video

During registration, you will be asked whether you are happy to be included in photographs, videos or other images taken at the event. These will be used for promotional purposes, raising the profile of our work and for sharing information and good practice. Please note, if you do not wish to be included, you may still feature in the background.

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