POLICE are appealing for information on the whereabouts of a stolen saddle.

The item was taken during a burglary at stables in Staindrop, County Durham, some time between Friday, March 21 and Friday, April 4.

A petrol strimmer was also stolen.

Anyone with information about the incident, or the whereabouts of the stolen goods, should call Barnard Castle Police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800-555-111.

WEDDING FAIR: A wedding fair takes place at The Witham, in Barnard Castle, on Saturday, from noon to 4pm. Free entry.

CAFÉ REOPENS: The newly refurbished café at Hamsterley Forest, in County Durham, reopens on Saturday. The establishment will be open daily, from 10am to 5pm, until Sunday, November 2.