Street artist designs soap in aid of city's homeless

A Bristol street artist has designed a limited-edition soap to raise money for a project supporting rough sleepers.

Designed by graffiti artist Inkie, the 'Soap with Hope' bars by The Somerset Toiletry Company will be sold in aid of Billy Chip, a social enterprise that help the homeless in the city.

Ten of the 1,000 bars sold will contain a golden ticket, which can be exchanged for signed £100 Inkie print.

BillyChip tokens, worth £2, can be bought and given to homeless people to exchange for a hot meal and drink in cafes and food shops.

Jon Hope, Co-Founder at Billy Chip, said: “The team at The Somerset Toiletry Company have supported us for many years and to see Inkie - a Bristol based artist – design this soap and mural has been incredible.

"We look forward to launching Soap with Hope as a unique Christmas gift for art lovers, helping us raise money to support those spending the festive break on the streets," he added.

The soap is one of 25 'acts of kindness' by the toiletry company, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary.

Zantore Buoy, Associate Director at The Somerset Toiletry Company said: "We will hang Inkie's work in our factory proudly for many years to come," he added.

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