RIDING and grooming equipment has been stolen from a shed next to stables in Trimpley Lane, Bewdley.

The incident is thought to have happened between 2pm on Monday, March 17 and 10am on Tuesday, March 18.

The equipment stolen included head collars and leads costing around £200, a grooming kit and specialist vets' creams. Also taken was an electric fence power supply.

Anyone who thinks they might have seen any suspicious activity in that area at the time should call PC Rob Piper at Bewdley police on 08457 444888 or call Crimestoppers, free and anonymously, on 0800 555111.

Police would also like to hear from anyone who might have been offered any of the stolen items for sale.