Ref. 27731-67THESE adorable kittens have learned they won't have to move too far away from Swindon.

Swindon Animal Sanctuary is heading for Gloucestershire to merge with the Teckels Welfare Centre at Whitminster by the end of the month.

But three cat pens have been installed at Latton, near Cricklade, for stray or unwanted cats and kittens for rehoming in the Swindon area.

Fundraiser Pat Ginger, of Cricklade, said the sanctuary wasn't abandoning Swindon.

She said: "We have been quite successful so far."

Seven kittens and a cat have already been given new homes.

Current residents include these six four-week-old balls of fur and their mum, who were found abandoned in a car park.

They are too young to be separated from her as yet, but Pat is keen to hear from anyone who may be able to give them a good home and is prepared to be visited by the charity. She can be contacted on 01793 752199.

Anyone who comes across abandoned strays can also contact the sanctuary on 01452 740300.