On Wednesday 31st July, approximately 15 sheds were broken into at Clarence Chare allotment site, and on Monday 12th August approximately 40 sheds were broken into at St. Oswald’s allotment site. Anyone affected, or anyone with information on the thefts are advised to ring Newton Aycliffe Police on 101.

Could all other allotment tenants at the other Great Aycliffe Town Council sites be vigilant and make sure the gates to the site are locked and your sheds etc. are secure.