Charities and organisations in Shirehampton looking for help may find it in a local shop.

The Original Factory Shop, in High Street, is looking for a charity partner for 12 months.

Store manager, Ashley West, said: "The Original Factory Shop works hard at being part of local life and is always looking at ways it can put something back into the community.

"Over the years, we've raised money for a whole host of local charities and organisations but we've decided to support just one from November for a year so that we can really make a big difference to them.

"We're asking for nominations and it really can be from anyone in Shirehampton who needs a helping hand, whether it's a mothers' and toddlers' group, a local children's football team or a support group of whatever kind."

Anyone wishing to nominate their organisation can drop a letter off at the store in the next fortnight explaining why they think they should be the shop's charity partner.

"We're looking to start the partnership officially from November 1, so let's get the nominations in so we can make our choice and start raising money," Mr West said.

A year long programme of fundraising activity is planned by colleagues at the store, with an aim for a minimum target of £500 to be raised for the shop's chosen charity.