THIEVES have stolen a haul of axes and knives in Romsley.

The carving knives and axes were part of more than 30 distinctive Blacksmithing/woodworking tools stolen from the Uffmoor Lane area of Romsley, including a Brooks Anvil.

The theft happened overnight from Monday August 12 to Tuesday August 13.

Police have appealed for anyone with any information about the theft to contact officers on 101 quoting reference 120s 140819.

Information can also be passed to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or crimestoppers-uk.org.