More than £60,000 of golfing equipment, technology and power tools were stolen in a burglary at a hotel near Darlington.
Headlam Hall Hotel was targeted by thieves over the weekend, with a large quantity of valuable equipment taken from the premises.
The burglary is believed to have taken place sometime between Saturday, October 24, and Sunday, October 25.
Among the items reported stolen are a SRIXON golf club bag and a STIHL chainsaw, alongside other golfing equipment, technology and power tools.
Headlam Hall Hotel (Image: SUBMIT)
Several of the stolen tools are marked with the words 'FLYFISHINGYORKSHIRE', which could help members of the public identify them if they are offered for sale.
The hotel has also taken to social media to appeal for information following the break-in, as efforts continue to trace those responsible and recover the missing equipment.
Headlam Hall is a country house hotel set in the County Durham countryside, near Darlington.
A piece of garden equipment that was stolen (Image: DURHAM CONSTABULARY)
The hotel offers accommodation, dining, spa facilities and golf, attracting visitors to the rural location.
Durham Constabulary has launched an investigation into the burglary and is urging anyone who may have information about the incident or the whereabouts of the stolen property to come forward.
A golf bag that was stolen (Image: DURHAM CONSTABULARY)
Officers are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have been offered items matching the descriptions of the stolen equipment.
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Anyone who witnessed suspicious activity in the area over the weekend, or who has information that could assist the investigation, is also encouraged to contact police.
Anyone with information is asked to contact DC Matt Stasiak by emailing Matthew.Stasiak@durham.police.uk or calling Durham Constabulary on 101, using extension 202467.
Information can also be passed on anonymously through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.