THE Mayor of Sedgefield Borough was left in the dark by his latest charity fundraising effort.
Councillor David Newell has already donated hundreds of pounds to St Dunstan's, which provides care for members of the armed services who have been blinded or disabled in action.
His latest venture helped pinpoint everyday problems facing people with partial sight.
Wearing a blindfold, he showed his support for the Guide Dogs Safer Streets campaign, run by the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association, by walking from Dean Bank to Ferryhill.
Coun Newell joined Gavin Atkins, from Darlington, and his guide dog, Carter, under the supervision of Andrew Leon, from the association.
He said: "What was apparent to me was that it will help greatly if we all take more care in where we park and put potential hazards."
Two years ago, Coun Newell raised more than £1,800 for the same charity by wearing a blindfold for a week.
Prime Minister Tony Blair started the event by making the first donation.
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