HAVE you had a clear-out at home during lockdown?

Age UK North, South & West Dorset (NSWD) is open at Rowan Cottage in Dorchester to take your items off your hands.

It is asking for donations of clean undamaged clothing, bric-a-brac, books and DVDs to restock its charity shops in Weymouth, Dorchester and Bridport.

Operations manager Sarah Frigot said: “We are excited to be reopening our shops, especially our new store opposite Marks & Spencer in Weymouth.

“We need good quality donations to raise money for our vital work supporting older people. I am sure lots of people have had a good clear-out during the lockdown, and we would be thrilled to turn unwanted items into new funds.

Age UK NSWD head office at Rowan Cottage in Dorchester, will be open to safely receive items tomorrow and Friday, June 12 from 10am to 2pm on both days.

The charity is are unable to accept electrical items, underwear and nightwear. It is also unable to accept donations at stores until they reopen.

Bring your donations to Age UK North, South & West Dorset, Rowan Cottage, 4 Prince of Wales Road, Dorchester. For more information call 01305 269444.