A DISTINCTIVE handmade stained glass window with great sentimental value to its owners has been stolen from a property in Sackville Street, Skipton.

Police are appealing for help in finding the window, which was removed from the wall of the property last week, sometime between 11am on Monday, January 29, and 9.15am on Friday, February 2.

It measures 70cm by 120cm, was made by a family member of the property owners and has great sentimental value.

A police spokesperson said: "If anyone has seen the window offered for sale, know where it is now or have any knowledge about its theft, please email ben.robinson-brockhill@northyorkshire.police.uk.

"You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for PC Ben Robinson-Brockhill."

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12240020764