Henshaws

@henshaws.bsky.social

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We support people living with sight loss and disabilities to achieve their ambitions and live independent, fulfilled lives. 🩷

A man with short white hair wearing safety glasses and a blue jumper sits at a workbench, holding a small hammer and working on a piece of metal secured in a vice. Tools and materials are arranged around the workspace.
Ramond, an older man with white hair and glasses, wearing a blue sweater and seated outdoors, holding and reading an open book.
Smiling London Marathon runner playfully bites his finisher medal while sitting inside a busy pub after completing the race.
Lauren smiling at the camera, holding up an embroidery hoop containing a piece of white fabric with a bird stitched into the fabric, partially finished.
A young woman with purple hair sitting in a wheelchair, smiling as she coats cheese in breadcrumbs. In front of her are bowls of egg wash and crumbs.
A young person stands on a bright green lawn, smiling as they stretch two sticks apart to create a giant shimmering bubble. The bubble stretches long and ribbon-like, reflecting rainbow colours. Behind them is a brick wall covered in pink blossom and a small wooden shed.
Graphic with the text “Alt text that actually describes the image, hallelujah” above a smartphone screen showing an alt text field. The alt text being written describes a two images of a young woman and a young man in wheelchairs in front of a colourful underwater mural, pointing at fish.
Marc standing next to a woman in front of colourful indoor climbing walls with children climbing in the background. Both are smiling at the camera, wearing bright pink Henshaws polo shirts.
Group of young people, several using white canes, posing beneath a "Paradise Island Adventure Golf" entrance sign.
Koen, a young boy, smiles at the camera while standing outdoors in front of a large tree trunk. He has short light hair and is wearing a green top.
A smiling young woman with dark hair and glasses stands by a pond, holding a net over a container of water during a pond dipping activity.
A young woman sits in a wheelchair in front of the mural, pointing towards the fish. A mounted communication device is attached to her chair. The underwater scene behind her includes clownfish, coral and a turtle.
Graphic from Henshaws Sight Loss Myth Busters campaign. Text reads: “Sight loss isn’t one experience. It’s a spectrum. See the person, not the myth.” Light background with bold pink and green text and simple decorative shapes.
A man sits outdoors holding a drumstick and strikes a large metal cymbal mounted on a stand. He smiles as he plays. A walker is beside him for support. Behind him is a brick building with large windows and a grassy area.
A young man sits at a table in an office, showing a colourful drawing to a woman standing beside them.
Poster for Henshaws BedFest 2026 at Henshaws Arts and Crafts Centre in Knaresborough on 13 June, 12pm to 11pm. A large photo shows a busy outdoor festival with families and groups enjoying live music and activities. Ticket prices are £12 in advance, £14 on the day, £6 for children aged 3 to 17, with under 3s and carers free. The event is a family-friendly day out with food, drink and music. Booking available at henshaws.org.uk. Sponsored by Specsavers.
Smiling young person in a wheelchair outdoors, overlaid: hiring for care roles in Starbeck, Harrogate.
A young woman in a wheelchair smiling at the camera wearing sunglasses and wrapped in burgundy fleece on a beachfront promenade with wind turbines offshore.
Bright graphic with abstract shapes in green and pink. A large pink speech bubble in the centre contains the text: “Surely you have sight if you can do that…”
Amy and Quincy sat at a desk in an office setting, working on a handmade card together.
Louise smiling in lace wedding dress and floral hairpiece at a decorated reception table with wine bottles and glasses.
Green background with white text. Heading reads: “Sight Loss Myth Busters”. Main text says: “People sometimes assume: People with sight loss have fewer hobbies, don’t enjoy travel, or don’t care about their home or style.”
A laughing young man reclining on a purple beanbag outdoors, holding a tablet and resting one leg on top of the other.
A female Artmaker outside on a sunny day holding a wooden bird box and a wire robin ornament. She smiles widely towards the camera, standing with trees and grass behind her, glowing in the sunlight.
Artmaker Darren holding up a tactile artwork of a sausage sandwich made from felt and seed beads, layered between soft felt “bread” shapes and displayed on a turquoise plate.
A young man set in a reception area with a tea station, toaster and 'Hello and Welcome to Henshaws' sign behind him.
Green graphic reading “Sight Loss Myth Busters”. Large text says: “Another assumption: You shouldn’t use phrases like ‘see you later’.”
Person painting a lobster in blue and orange paint, surrounded by loose green brushstrokes, onto a large sheet of paper.
A small dog sits on a blue chair beside a table laid out with raffle prizes, including wine bottles, gift sets and wrapped items, ready for Sue and Caroline’s fundraising coffee morning.
Josh sat at a table with an older man, sorting through papers.
Lawrence running along a riverside path on a sunny day, wearing black running clothes and white trainers. Green trees arch overhead and historic buildings are visible across the river.
A smiling young woman in a wheelchair with a cup of tea and a smartphone on the table in front of her.
A female Artmaker with a big smile wearing clear protective glasses and holding up a rectangle of woven wool in pink, yellow and orange.
A bright pink graphic with white text that says 'Choosing the right cane tip matters' and 'Learn more in our new blog'. Four cane tips are positioned across the centre: pencil tip, rolling ball tip, marshmallow tip and pathfinder roller tip.
Older girl wearing a black headscarf hugs a younger boy in a climbing harness. A logo in the corner promotes the 'It's all about the kids gala ball 2026'.
Green slide with the heading “Sight Loss Myth Busters.” Large white text reads: “What people often assume: Everyone with sight loss uses a cane or guide dog.”
Outdoor plant stall in bright sunshine outside the Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre. A tall metal display stand holds rows of spring plants, including primroses and pansies in pink, purple and yellow. Three wicker hanging baskets filled with mixed flowers hang from the middle shelf. Small shrubs and potted plants sit on the top shelves beside handwritten price signs. At the base of the display are more trays of colourful primroses and a larger plant with clusters of small reddish-pink flowers.
Dave Steele looking off camera, wearing a black turtleneck and holding his cane. A banner across the bottom reads "Board of Trustees" with colourful geometric accents in the top right corner.
A Henshaws staff member showing a young male student how to use a microwave.
Graphic for Colleges Week 2026 with the theme “Skills for all” and dates 2nd-6th March 2026. Design includes a lightbulb illustration and education-themed icons.
A selfie of Neil smiling at the camera, wearing sunglasses and holding up a Leeds Marathon medal.
Quilled paper artwork of a stylised red face with one large round eye and white teeth against a yellow sunburst background.
A split image of two people wearing Meta Smart Glasses: at the top is a woman smiling gazing upwards, and at the bottom is a man with a beard pointing towards his face. The image is decorated with teal and pink circular graphics and the text "New Blog" appears in the bottom corner.