Watermans says it has been "blown away" by the response from local people to its emergency fundraising appeal to secure the future of the arts and culture venue in Brentford.

Now it is renewing its appeal and asking people to take part in Giving Tuesday – a global day of giving.

Watermans director Jan Lennox said: "Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving. A day which seeks to offset Black Friday and Cyber Monday and help charities raise much-needed funds.

"This year I'm asking you to support our crowd-funder to help save Watermans.

"If every person on this list donated just £10, or forwarded the appeal to five friends, we would smash our stretch target of £120,000 and this would mean we could look forward to the future with renewed confidence.

"I've been truly blown away by the response so far. Thank you from the bottom of my heart if you have already donated or shared the campaign.

"And if you've been thinking about it, why not make today the day and show the world we have your support."

The money will help the centre survive the impact of the pandemic, help it reopen with a full programme of children's theatre, cabaret, dance, music, workshops and cinema.

Jan added: "There are so few places left like this and they're at risk. We are at risk.

"That's why we are asking you to support us now to raise an amount of money that will make a real difference to our organisation.

"So please don't delay. Visit our crowdfunding page today and make your pledge. Whether you have £1 or £10,000 every penny counts.

"And if you can't give, please share our campaign: spread the word and make sure it reaches each and every person that cares about Watermans."

Donations can be made here.