TWO men accused of hoarding weapons at their home appeared at Teesside Crown Court yesterday.

John Lambert, 54, and Raymond Fothergill, 66, of Kexwith Moor Close, Darlington, appeared accused of firearms charges and accusations of conspiracy to make explosives and ammunition.

Mr Lambert faces charges of making a Sten sub-machinegun and shotgun, possession of two 1856 Enfield rifles, with powder, percussion caps and musket balls, as well as possession of ammunition.

Mr Fothergill faces charges of possessing firearms and one of possessing ammunition. Their case has been listed for a further hearing shortly before Christmas and they were both remanded in custody.