THIEVES broke into a tack room in North Yorkshire and stole high-value equipment.

North Yorkshire Police said burglars struck at a tack room in Dairy Farm, Sicklinghall, near Wetherby, overnight on Wednesday, June 20.

A spokesman said: "A number of saddles and bridles have been stolen.

"These saddles are of considerable value and have identifying marks. We request information relating to the burglary and the current location of the saddles."

Anyone with information or who has been offered similar items for sale should phone North Yorkshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111 quoting reference 12180110478.