Upcoming Events

At The Hearing Care Partnership, we work closely with our partners – most commonly opticians, alongside other trusted community organisations – to host a variety of events throughout the year. These events give you the opportunity to learn more about your hearing, speak directly with expert audiologists, and explore our services in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Whether you join us for an Open Day, a friendly Coffee Morning, or a Community Visit, each event is designed to support you in taking positive steps towards better hearing health.

This page is updated regularly as new dates and locations are confirmed.

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March

Crosspool

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Alex Gage

๐Ÿ“… Date: 10/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Qais Khaliq

St Leonards

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Barracloughs the Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 12/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Daniel Sirah

Burton-on-Trent

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Prince and Bates

๐Ÿ“… Date: 12/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Mandeep Tank

Dorchester

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Hearing Centre

๐Ÿ“… Date: 13/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Debbie Park, Josh Pennison & Lucie Reed

Looe

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Huxter and Davy Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 16/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Rachel Hawkins

Corringham

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Goldsmith Webb Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 16/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Elimear Ahern

Dronfield

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Thomas & Holloway Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 17/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Faisal Imran

Seaford

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Barracloughs the Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 18/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Sonny Saimbi

Oundle, Peterborough

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Judith Day Optometrist

๐Ÿ“… Date: 18/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Tamjid Islam

Bishops Waltham

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Ashleigh Sight Care

๐Ÿ“… Date: 19/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Alex Andrew

Gainsborough

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Walters Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 20/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Stephanie Lakin

Bristol

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Lunar Optical

๐Ÿ“… Date: 20/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: James Burt

Alfreton

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: DI Blow Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 20/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Imogen Gilbert

Southport

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: David H Myers Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 20/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Samantha Jones

Carterton

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Michael Lowe & Partners Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 23/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Dagmara Janekova

Corsham

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Corsham Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 24/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Megan-Leigh Martin

Wisbech

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Coakley Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 24/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Sam Greenwood

Potters Bar

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Optikal Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 25/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Shivali Chavda

Chesterfield

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Elliott & Heath Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 25/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Saira Zameer

Banbury

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: THCP Banbury

๐Ÿ“… Date: 25/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Mark Connell

Thorne

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Parkhurst Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 25/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Joe Thompson

Crowborough

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Arthur Hayes Eyecare

๐Ÿ“… Date: 26/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Sonny Saimbi

Haverhill

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Observatory Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 26/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Aimee McCall

Polegate

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Barracloughs the Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 31/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Daniel Sirah

Christchurch

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Raxworthy Visioncare

๐Ÿ“… Date: 31/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Miles Cowler

Newcastle Upon Tyne

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Robson Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 31/03/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Holly Proud

April

Chard

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Robert Friths Optometrists

๐Ÿ“… Date: 01/04/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Nicole Dunn

Colne

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Community visit

๐Ÿ“Address: Trawden community centre

๐Ÿ“… Date: 02/04/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Syed Mahmood

Rustington, Littlehampton

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Community Visit

๐Ÿ“Address: Abbotswood Retirement Village

๐Ÿ“… Date: 09/04/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Alex Andrew

Elland

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Andrew Lomas Optometrist

๐Ÿ“… Date: 14/04/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Qais Khaliq

Milnsbridge

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: Selbie Opticians

๐Ÿ“… Date: 24/04/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Qais Khaliq

Morley

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Open Day

๐Ÿ“Address: MyDentist

๐Ÿ“… Date: 27/04/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Haroon Khan

Cardiff

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Coffee Morning

๐Ÿ“Address: Llys Pegasus, retirement village

๐Ÿ“… Date: 27/04/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Katie Ball

Poundbury

โ˜€๏ธ Event: Community Visit

๐Ÿ“Address: Robert Friths

๐Ÿ“… Date: 28/04/2026

โฐ Time: 10:00โ€“14:00

๐Ÿ‘‚ Audiologist: Lucie Reed

What to expect at our events

Each event is led by a qualified hearing care professional and is designed to help you better understand your hearing, feel comfortable asking questions, and build a relationship with the clinicians who care for you – all in a friendly, community-focused environment.

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Open Days

Open Days are usually held within our partner practices and run from 10:00 to 14:00. During an Open Day, you can:

  • Talk through any hearing concerns with a qualified audiologist
  • Have a video otoscopy to check the health of your ears
  • Undergo Tympanometry exams
  • Take part in quick hearing tests, where time allows
  • Learn more about hearing aids and ongoing hearing care

Youโ€™re also welcome to enjoy tea, coffee and seasonal snacks throughout the day.

Everyone attending an Open Day will have the chance to enter our prize draw*, with the opportunity to win a monetary voucher for an experience.

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Coffee Mornings

Coffee Mornings offer a relaxed, informal way to meet your local hearing care professional. Theyโ€™re ideal if youโ€™d like general advice, want to ask questions, or are simply curious about your hearing health.

These events may take place in an optician practice or another community setting and are designed to help you feel comfortable, informed, and supported – without any pressure.

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Community Visits

Community Visits are held in external venues such as care homes, retirement villages, schools, workplaces, or other community organisations. They allow us to bring hearing care directly to environments where it may be most beneficial.

Depending on the setting, Community Visits may include:

  • Hearing health checks
  • Basic screening and examinations
  • Tailored advice and support
  • Informative discussions around hearing and wellbeing

Any specific arrangements for these visits will be clearly listed within the event details.

Why attend our hearing care events?

Attending one of our events gives you the opportunity to:

  • Understand more about your hearing health
  • Receive expert guidance from a qualified professional
  • Ask questions in a friendly, supportive setting
  • Explore hearing technology first-hand
  • Take proactive steps towards better hearing and overall wellbeing

Every event is designed to help you feel confident, informed and supported on your hearing care journey.

Contact our event coordinators

If you have any questions about our events, please get in touch with our team.

FAQs

In most cases, you donโ€™t need to book in advance. Youโ€™re welcome to drop in during the event opening times. However, availability may vary depending on the location, so if youโ€™d like to check in advance, please refer to the event details on this page.

No. Our events are free to attend. Theyโ€™re designed to give you the opportunity to learn more about your hearing and speak with a hearing care professional in a relaxed, informal setting.

Open Days are more structured and focus on hearing checks and assessments. Coffee Mornings are more informal, giving you the chance to chat, ask questions, and learn more about hearing care in a relaxed, social environment.

Events usually include quick hearing checks rather than full diagnostic tests. If a full hearing assessment is recommended, our team can help you arrange an appointment at a convenient time and location.

Yes, absolutely. Youโ€™re welcome to bring a friend, partner, or family member with you. Many people find it helpful to have someone with them when discussing hearing concerns.

Yes. Whether you already wear hearing aids or are simply curious about your hearing, our events are open to everyone. Our clinicians can offer advice, support, and guidance tailored to your needs.

This page is updated regularly with new events. You can also contact us directly if youโ€™d like to know when an event is taking place near you.