Hannah was diagnosed with Nystagmus at just six months old.
Throughout her life, the Nystagmus Network has provided guidance, reassurance and community for both Hannah and her family.
After recently undergoing successful null point correction surgery, Hannah experienced life-changing improvements. This inspired her to give something back by raising awareness and funds for the charity that supported her journey.
Hannah’s challenge, “The Walk 500,” will see her complete 500 walking miles throughout 2026 alongside friends and family.
The challenge will include a number of long-distance walks, including:
Every mile will be tracked via GPS to document progress along the way.
Hannah hopes to raise £5,000 for the Nystagmus Network, helping fund:
The 500-mile distance also symbolises the approximate journey between the UK’s leading nystagmus research centres, highlighting the importance of continued research and collaboration.
Support the Challenge
If you would like to support Hannah and help raise funds for nystagmus research, you can donate through her JustGiving page.
Every donation helps support research, awareness and improved care for people living with nystagmus.
Follow Hannah’s Journey
We will also be sharing updates on Hannah’s progress throughout the year on our website and social media channels — so keep an eye out for her journey.
Understanding Nystagmus
Nystagmus is a lifelong eye condition that causes involuntary, repetitive eye movements, often described as “wobbling” or “flickering.”
These movements can affect:
As a result, everyday tasks such as reading, recognising faces, or maintaining eye contact can become more challenging.
Some people with nystagmus may:
Rawlings Opticians Supporting the Community
As an independent opticians established in 1895, Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care has always believed in supporting both clinical excellence and the communities we serve.
Sponsoring Hannah’s challenge reflects that commitment while helping to raise awareness of nystagmus and the important work of the Nystagmus Network.
Rawlings is a long-established independent business serving the communities of twelve towns in Hampshire and Surrey, where we have built a strong reputation for the quality of our professional expertise and service.
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