EYE health experts walked blindfolded to raise funds for a sight loss charity.

Employees at Specsavers in Braintree walked two and a half miles between Braintree and Rayne train stations.

It was to raise money and awareness for the Royal National Institute of Blind People.

Laurel Harvey, one of the store’s optical assistant’s who organised the event, said: "It’s not until you have your sight taken from you that you appreciate how daunting and life-changing it can really be.

"It’s made us truly respect those without vision, something we take for granted every day."

Braintree store director, Mike Bromidge, said the charity's recent report showed almost half of East England residents are still unaware of life-saving routine eye tests.

He said: "The results of the RNIB’s new report have shocked us.

"Our number one mission is to ensure as many local residents are aware of our services and our dedication to care in the local community as possible."

Specsavers Braintree also held a bake sale for the charity.

For more information visit www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/braintree