Wilberforce Trust

23/08/2025

We wanted to say another BIG thank you to the wonderful Yorkshire Sculpture Park who funded a full day for Club Wilber at the start of the school holidays.

During the time spent there we were given exclusive access to the Hidden Forest; full of natural crafts, tactile art to explore, things to build, books to read and everything a young person could need to explore their creativity and senses within nature.

We were also, amazingly, given permission to touch the world famous Barbara Hepworth Family of Man sculptures, for this one day only. Our children were able to touch, explore and discuss what they saw and felt, showing how art and nature can really open up the world for young people.

22/08/2025

We would like to know what kind of activities disabled adults in the York area are looking for, and other thoughts and feelings around what impacts them with attending activities, such as location and costs.

If you are an adult with a disability, or you care for someone who would consider attending an activity, then please complete this survey-

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We would love to ensure the activities we hold here at Wilberforce House are wanted and suitable for our community, and this survey will really help.

(photo of one of the fantastic sessions held here, the Honeysuckle Singers for Musical Connections)

21/08/2025

Did you know you don't have to be a subscriber to read our quarterly magazine, InSight (although we'd love you to subscribe anyway!)

You can read every issue, alongside other news and updates, on our website by clicking the link below-

Read the latest issue of Wilberforce Trust InSight magazine summer edition

20/08/2025

As we approach the end of August, we want to look back to the start of the month and Yorkshire Day!

Our Yorkshire Day raffle raised £1176 for our children's group, Club Wilber, and we wanted to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who bought a ticket and helped us raise this sum. This money helps us continue to provide accessible and inclusive activities for young people with a visual impairment, and their families, in Yorkshire.

A massive thank you also to everyone who generously donated a prize to us, including Yorkshire Sculpture Park The Deep .delta

18/08/2025

There are still a few opportunities to join us for an activity this month, with a VI friendly board game afternoon tomorrow, an Under 16s Therapy Dog session on Friday and an adult's Therapy Dog session on the 28th August.

To enquire and to book please email LLZ@wilberforcetrust.org.uk

17/08/2025

Back by popular demand, our Therapy Dog session for Under 16s is next Friday afternoon at 2pm. These sessions are aimed at Under16s, with additional needs, and their siblings.

The Therapy Dogs, Spanner and Izzy, are gentle and kind and their owner Rose is welcoming and inclusive to all. The session is just £1 per child, with carers going free.

To book, or for more information, email LLZ@wilberforcetrust.org.uk

16/08/2025

The Toolbox Drama CIC Ignite Festival is next week and there's just a few tickets left!

This festival of colour, creativity, workshops and performances promises to be a fantastic afternoon, and our Club Wilber Coordinator, Megan, will be there too!

Megan joins other organisations and charities, with a sensory table and to talk about our children's and adult's activities. Book your tickets now!

Ignite Festival 2025 - An Explosion Of Colour! Ignite Festival: Accessible Arts Festival in York Join us this summer for a colourful explosion of performances, workshops, activities and sensory experiences for children and adults in York – join us at The National Centre For Early Music on Friday t...

15/08/2025

Since October, we have been collaborating Yorkshire Sculpture Park to plan an inclusive, exciting day for our Club Wilber families. At the end of July, this finally came to life- a jam-packed day of playing in the Hidden Forest, exploration, and even touch tours of YSP's most iconic sculptures!

Yorkshire Sculpture Park not only funded this whole day for our families, but they also got permission from the owners to touch the usually heavily protected works by Barbara Hepworth. Several of our young people had some wonderful thoughts on the meaning of this art work as a result of this tactile and accessible exploration.

A huge thank you to our artists who were with us on the day, Oksana and Michelle, and a thank you to Ruth and Emma, who have been heavily involved in the planning process.

14/08/2025

Our next board game afternoon for adults with a visual impairment, and other disabilities, is next Tuesday the 19th August.

To book, and to find out other dates, email LLZ@wilberforcetrust.org.uk

12/08/2025

Last week we celebrated six years of Club Wilber with a brilliant Pirates and Princesses themed birthday party!

We'll share all about what Club Wilber got up to and some more photos very soon, but for now I think you can see what a great time was had by our princesses and pirates...

12/08/2025

We're excited to be joining Toolbox Drama CIC at this event!

09/08/2025

You can find any vacancies we have on our Jobs and Careers page of our website. We currently have roles available in the care team and an exciting opportunity as an Activities Coordinator Intern!

Click the link to find out more-

jobs: The Wilberforce Trust is your local charity supporting people with sight and hearing impairments, including those with other disabilities.