Thieves have stolen gardening equipment and tools from a shed in Aylsham.

Thieves have stolen gardening equipment and tools from a shed in Aylsham.

The burglary took place at allotments on Cromer Road, sometime between Sunday, August 22 and Wednesday, August 25, when thieves damaged a shed door and stole a number of items including gardening equipment and tools.

Police have issued advice to shed owners, including fitting good quality padlocks and securing windows as well as fitting a security light to deter potential thieves.

Anyone with information about the theft is asked to contact PC Nathan Lawn at Aylsham Police Station on 0845 456 4567 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.