Alec Crombie will be selling copies of his new book 'Become the Wind' at Vista's Oakham charity shop, 15 High Street, on Friday the 24th of June 2022 from 10:00am.

Alec will be around to sign the book, chat to visitors, and represent the charity during the day . All proceeds from the book sales on the 24th will go exclusively to Vista.

Alec has been blind since the age of 10. He was the first sight impaired trustee in 1976 and was Chair of the board of trustees from 1997 to 2003. Alec was a solicitor and is now active in Rutland, where he is Deputy Mayor of Uppingham.

Alec Crombie, Honorary Vice President at Vista said: "Over the years I have been much involved in fundraising for Vista. My most memorable was the trek I undertook with my guides from Dorset to Leicester in 2004, which raised approaching ten thousand pounds for the Society.

In retirement I have become a published author. 'Become The Wind', my debut novel, is now out. It has a lot to say on our behalf, so I hope you will enjoy a good read."

Vista provides support and services to almost 12,000 children and adults living with sight loss throughout Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. As well as rehabilitation, social groups, befriending and residential services, Vista also provide specialist services for people with learning disabilities, dementia and dual sensory impairment.

For more information about Vista's charity shops, please visit the Vista website.