FUND-RAISERS in Clevedon were given a helping hand by some cute and cuddly friends.

Members of Guide Dogs for the Blind were in Queens Square on Saturday selling gifts and cards for Christmas.

They were joined by a number of dogs that have been trained to help their owners, as well as Lilly the puppy, who will become a guide dog when she gets older.

As well as buying some festive goods, visitors to the stand could also find out about the work the charity carries out to help people with visual impairments to lead an independent life.