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Edinburgh Marathon Festival - Marathon 2026
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Enjoy a fantastic all-encompassing route which takes in some of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks.
Edinburgh Marathon Festival - 5k and 10k 2026
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There's something for everyone at the EMF weekend!
Macular Society conference shines light on developing treatments
Latest news, posted 9 October 2025
Our annual Macular Disease Conference: Hope for the Future returned in September, highlighting the experiences of people living with macular disease, exploring the latest in treatments and offering practical and emotional support.
Keeping Up Appearances star and keen Macular Society supporter dies, aged 96
Latest news, posted 3 October 2025
The Macular Society is deeply saddened by the passing of actress Dame Patricia Routledge, who has died at the age of 96.
Kiltwalk Glasgow 2026
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With a distance to suit everyone, kick off the Kiltwalk season in gorgeous Glasgow!
Eccentric Viewing online training
Skills for seeing
Eccentric Viewing online training
Discover techniques to enhance your sight
If you are interested in learning eccentric viewing techniques, our online training is a great place to get started. It will guide you in finding and using your best point of vision through practice exercises and helpful hints and tips.
"We want to do all we can to help those living with macular conditions"
Latest news, posted 9 October 2025
Gazing across glaciers and absorbing the stunning views of vistas, valleys and snow-capped peaks of the Fann Mountains really hit home for Richard, who had travelled thousands of miles to show his support for people living with macular disease.
“I get both joy and comfort from painting as someone with a visual impairment”
Latest news, posted 4 September 2025
Having been forced into early retirement, John has always been determined not to be beaten by macular disease. His career as a civil engineer may have been over sooner than planned, but he has since rediscovered his passion for painting.
Researchers warn of urgent need for national eye and hearing screening
Latest news, posted 10 October 2025
A groundbreaking study has revealed worrying rates of undiagnosed vision and hearing problems among older adults in the UK, raising urgent concerns about preventable sensory loss.
"This is a way I can give something back"
Latest news, posted 21 October 2025
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro was not only a tick off the bucket list for Kevin, it was, in his own words “easily the toughest and most emotionally gruelling thing I’ve ever done.”