CALLOUS thieves attempted to break in to a Bolton charity shop -- just two weeks after it opened.

They tried to force their way through the metal security shutters at the shop, causing damage estimated at £1,600.

Now fundraisers at Derian House in Thicketford Road, Tonge Moor, are having to find the cash to pay for repair work.

Manager Collette Whittaker said: "Luckily they didn't get in and nothing was taken that time but the day before that happened a kettle was stolen from the back room.

"It is a charity shop and how anyone can steal from a shop that helps a children's hospice is beyond me."

The Derian House shop is also searching for volunteers to help out in the shop.

Collette added: "We are eager to hear from anyone with any spare time who is able to help out.

"All the work here is done on a voluntary basis and it doesn't matter if it is five minutes or a whole day.

"The Bolton community is very supportive."

Fore more information on the voluntary work contact Collette at the shop on 380988.

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