A PEARL necklace, a diamond ring and three watches are among items stolen from a Church Stretton house.

West Mercia Police officers are investigating the theft of the jewellery from Cwm Head, near Church Stretton. It could have happened any time between October 20 and October 29.

A police spokesperson said: "The victim realised a number of high value and sentimental items were missing.

"Officers are appealing for anyone who may have seen any suspicious vehicles in the area or information that could help.

"Contact PC Adam Monastiri by calling 01905 973782 or emailing Adam.Monastiri@westmercia.police.uk quoting incident number 00325_I_29102023.

"Information can also be given to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or by their website www.crimestoppers-uk.org."

Over the last 12 months in Church Stretton and Craven Arms, there have been 46 reported burglaries according to police data.