POLICE are asking householders in Bishop Auckland to have a look in their sheds to check that nothing has been taken after a number of burglaries over the past few days.

Items including gardening equipment, a trampoline and bikes have been taken from sheds in the town.

Anybody who notices that something has gone missing can contact police and make an appointment to reclaim their property.

They can contact DC Michael Hynes or DC Natalie Horner of Bishop Auckland CID on 0845-6060365.