A HOSPICE has opened its 32 nd charity shop in Feltham Town Centre, with items for sale including dresses worn by celebrities.

The Princess Alice Hospice in Surrey opened its latest charity shop branch on Friday at 5 Wilton Parade.

The hospice, based in Esher, provides vital end of life care and support to adult patients across Surrey, south west London and Middlesex.

Whilst the shop is new, Princess Alice nurses have been working in the local community for more than 25 years.

Andrew Coleman, one member of the team of specialist nurses that cover the Feltham, Hounslow and Isleworth areas, officially opened the store.

The Feltham branch has received some exciting donations already, and is stocked with plenty of dresses, including some donated to the charity by celebrities.

On sale is a dress by Ben de Lisi that belonged to presenter Ruth Langsford of This Morning and another vintage number worn by comedian Helen Lederer.

Lorraine Eggleton, manager of The Centre, Feltham, has co-ordinated a donation of occasion dresses from shops in the complex.

A spokesman for the hospice said: "For all those getting married this summer or preparing for their school and university proms there are a host of off the peg wedding and bridesmaid dresses and some special evening dresses.

"The dresses have been donated to the charity by The Centre, Feltham. The shopping centre management company DTZ, who act on behalf of the landlords, have been particularly supportive in launching the new shop."

Visitors to the area can make donations to the shop directly, for out of opening hours donations there is a new Princess Alice Hospice branded clothing bank in the surface level car park outside ASDA.

Erica Kelly, area manager, said: "The first day of trading started incredibly well, with a large group waiting outside for the official opening. We had a very busy day with a steady stream of customers, they were very receptive to the shop, the charity and many gave us some very good feedback.

"I am sure that the Feltham shop is going to be as successful as the hospice’s other 31 shops."