Tatts what Christmas time is all about as toy appeal continues

A Cork city tattoo shop is spreading holiday cheer in a very special way this Christmas.

From now until 23 December, Smiley Dogg Tattoo is inviting the public to donate new toys to help bring comfort, joy, and a bit of festive magic to children who will be spending Christmas in CUH.

Toys can be dropped to either one of Smiley Dogg’s two studios which can be found on Oliver Plunkett Street or North Main Street.

As a thank-you to those who donate, the folks at Smiley Dogg are running a special raffle with fantastic prizes including a €500 gift voucher for tattoos or piercing, a two night stay at Cottages for Couples, and a luxury hamper from the Cork English market worth €100.

Donated toys worth €5-€15 get one raffle ticket; €15-€30 get two raffle tickets; and €30+ get three tickets.

All toys will be donated to the CUH Heroes at CUH this Christmas. Last year Smiley Dogg donated more than 12 sacks of toys and they are looking to get even more this year.

All toys must be new and in the original packaging and proof of purchase is required for all toys to receive a raffle ticket.