A CHILDREN’S hospice charity shop on Wellington’s High Street is seeking volunteers.

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), which has worked to provide care and support for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions for the past 30 years, is calling on local residents to spare a few hours each week to help out at one of their shops.

Area retail manager for CHSW, Julie Johnston, said: “Volunteering in our charity shops is one of the most popular ways to support CHSW and there’s a role to suit everyone, from sorting stock and serving and interacting with customers, to creating eye-catching shop displays.

“You can choose your own hours and gain skills to use for the future; it’s a great way to meet like-minded people and improve your mental well-being.

“And you’ll be part of a happy, friendly team and know that you’re making a difference to local children and young people with life-limiting conditions and their families.

“Whether you’re a student, retired, looking to fill a few hours during the week, or have a New Years resolution to volunteer this year, we’d love to hear from you.”

Martin King, a volunteer for CHSW, said: “I enjoy volunteering at CHSW as it is very different to anything I have done before. I find it very rewarding meeting people from all walks of life.

“I just love what I do as a volunteer and look forward to going to work, meeting people and being part of a great team. Knowing that what we all do makes a huge difference to families in the South West.”

To find out more, visit www.chsw.org.uk/volunteering, or pop into your local CHSW shop for a chat.

Opening times for the shops can be found at www.chsw.org.uk/shopping.