Kent Association for the Blind

05/05/2026

Kent Association for the Blind is an official international charity of Tokyo Marathon 2027!

We have limited places available in this extraordinary race. Take on the incredible challenge of Asia's largest marathon, all whilst raising funds for sight impaired people.

Date: Sunday 7th March 2027
Deposit: £49
Fundraising Target: £4,500

Click the link below or email fundraising@kab.org.uk to find out more.
https://www.realbuzz.com/events/tokyo-marathon-2027

04/05/2026

Step out for sight loss this summer!

Join KAB’s sensory nature walks and support sight impaired people in your community. With 3 walks available across Kent, there’s something for everyone.

• Sign up today by clicking the link below.
• Tickets start from just £4.
• We ask that each participant raises a minimum of £25.00 to help support people living with sight loss in Kent.

https://www.kab.org.uk/about-us/community-news/sensory-nature-walks

03/05/2026

We can’t believe that the 2026 TCS London Marathon was a week ago already!

A huge thank you to everyone who ran as part of - you were incredible. 🌟

Feeling inspired? Why not apply for a KAB charity place today? Experience the dedication, challenge and phenomenal atmosphere for yourself.

Find out more by clicking the link below.
https://www.kab.org.uk/events/tcs-london-marathon-2027

01/05/2026

The Charity Boat Day is on 25th May (Bank Holiday Monday) with Tonbridge River Trips all in aid of KAB. To get your tickets, visit: https://tonbridgerivertrips.co.uk/trips/

Book your river trip tickets for the 25th May at Tonbridgerivertrips.co.uk to have a great trip on the river Medway whilst donating to an amazing cause.

All proceeds from the 25th May will go directly to

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01/05/2026

The Ballot for the 2027 TCS London Marathon is now closed - good luck to everyone who entered. 🏃🏃

Don’t forget you can still join with a charity place and take on the incredible challenge of 26.2 miles to support people with sight loss across Kent.

Ready to run? Click the link below to apply today.
https://www.kab.org.uk/events/tcs-london-marathon-2027

29/04/2026

Kent Association for the Blind is an official international charity of Tokyo Marathon 2027!

Be a part of Asia’s biggest marathon and take on this truly extraordinary race through the heart of Tokyo. One of the six Abbott World Marathon Majors, this is your chance to do something incredible for sight impaired people.

Date: Sunday 7th March 2027
Deposit: £49
Fundraising Target: £4,500

To find out more click the link below or email fundraising@kab.org.uk.
https://www.realbuzz.com/events/tokyo-marathon-2027

28/04/2026

Join a KAB Sensory Nature Walk and step out for sight loss this summer!
Bring your friends and family together at Betteshanger Country Park this August for a meaningful adventure through nature.

Location: Betteshanger Country Park, Sandwich Road, Deal, Kent, CT14 0BF
Date: Saturday 22nd August
Time: Arrive at 10am

• Sign up today by clicking the link below:
• Tickets start from just £4.
• We ask that each participant raises a minimum of £25.00 to help support people living with sight loss in Kent.



Image Description: The words Sensory Nature Walk appear on a red background with the tagline Step out for sight loss beneath. Below shows a cartoon image of a park with green trees and a path down the middle. A yellow butterfly is in the sky above the trees.

27/04/2026

Congratulations to yesterday for completing the . A big thank you to Michelle and her partner for supporting KAB.

27/04/2026

We’re still thinking about yesterday as we watched our runners absolutely smash the 2026 TCS London Marathon!🏃

Ready for your next big challenge? Applications are now open to join for the 2027 TCS London Marathon. Give your marathon journey meaning as you run for sight impaired people across Kent.

Click the link below to find out more.

As part of the team, you will get:
• Expert training and fundraising support
• A Kent Association for the Blind running top
• A chance to share your story if you choose
• Training and race day webinars
• A Whatsapp group to connect with fellow runners
• Our cheer squad on race day

Image Description: Previous runners Steve, Joel and Tom stand together for a photo. They are wearing running vests with the KAB logo.

26/04/2026

A massive congratulations to all our incredible runners who crossed the finish line of the 2026 TCS London Marathon! 🎉

We cannot thank you enough for the dedication you’ve shown in every mile of training and every donation raised. You’ve truly gone the distance to support people living with visual impairments in your community.

You did it! Now rest up and soak in the glory, you’ve earned it! 💛🏅



Image Description: 2025 runner Sam holds his marathon medal up to the camera. He is wearing a running vest with the KAB logo.

26/04/2026

A hot day out there for all our runners. Here’s Terence and Joe looking happy before the run!