A youth charity is appealing for people to donate bean bags to them.

SMASH, based in Pinehurst is asking for bean bags and cushions to help with their work mentoring children.

"Big ones, little ones, all shapes and sixes - we'll take anything with beans in except tins", said Helen Fisher the charity's chief executive.

The youth mentoring charity provides weekly mentoring sessions for children as well as after school clubs and group sessions. It helps children develop self-esteem, confidence and resilience.

Mrs Fisher added: "The bean bags are used to help children feel they are in a safe and unique environment. When the children sit in them and they are moulded to themselves, this helps them to develop their a sense of self and feel comfortable."

SMASH supports 100 children each year from across Swindon, with seven members of staff and 60 volunteers from its base at Pinetrees Community Centre.

Anyone wanting to donate should contact 01793 729748