A BOLTON charity has received a £25,000 boost.

The Bolton Area Supported Social Environment Team (BASSET) were awarded the cash to fund two Bolton-based drop-in centres for three years from the government's Community Fund.

The two centres -- running on Wednesday's at Farnworth Social Circle Cricket Club in Piggot Street, Farnworth, and on Monday's at the Cotton Tree Hotel in Prince Street -- offer a friendly and supportive atmosphere for mentally ill patients. They are also open to anyone who needs support aged over 16.

Centres open from 10am until 4pm.

For details contact the charity on 01204 604154.