THE Ty Hafan shop in Merlin's Walk, Carmarthen, has gone from strength to strength since it opened almost two years ago.

So much so that bosses are appealing for more volunteers.

Manager Shelly Kirkham said: "Supporters have kindly been giving us lots of donations since Christmas and we could really do with a bit of help to get them out into the shop and bringing in funds for the hospice."

Ty Hafan, the family hospice for young lives, has seen a 15 per cent increase in the number of children and families being referred in the last year alone.

Together with existing families who have been using the services for a number of years, the hospice is under greater pressure to ensure it can continue to provide vital care and support to the families from across Wales.

Anyone who can spare time to volunteer can call into the shop to speak to Shelly or contact her on 01267 238944.