An appeal has been launched for information after thousands of pounds worth of diesel and tools were stolen from Jimmy's Farm on Monday night.

Diesel and tools, valued at more than £1,000 were stolen, while vehicles were also damaged in the raid.

Burglars targeted a new build at the the farm in Wherstead owned by Jimmy Doherty, close friend of celebrity chef Jamie Oliver

Jimmy Doherty at farm

A spokesperson for Jimmy's Farm said: "We are a community-focused business, hiring local people, and this has deeply upset our staff. Not only that but it pushes back the deadline of our project and ultimately hinders our valuable conservation work and welcoming the animals that need our help.

"At a time where we have struggled to rebuild and recover since the pandemic, we have set our sights high with this new build and this setback really does affect us.

"We are appealing to anyone with information to contact our Customer Service team on [email protected] or call 01473 604206."

Suffolk Police can be contacted on 101 or use the reporting tool on the police website here...

*In February 2017, hundreds of quality coats and jackets were stolen after a ram raid on the Joules boutique at the farm.