THIEVES made off with thousands of pounds worth of antiques after a burglary near Hartley Wintney.

The gang broke into Eversley Barn Antiques, in Church Lane, at 2.30am this morning, and stole silverware, jewellery and other antiques worth more than £15,000.

They damaged the front door to enter the building.

Acting Detective Sergeant Gavin Whyte said: “It is believed a number of people were involved in this incident and they may have been wearing masks to cover their faces.

“Did you see anything suspicious in the area in the early hours of Thursday? Have you heard people talking about having items like those stolen, for sale?”

Anyone with information can contact Aldershot CID on 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.