The burglary happened at around 5pm on Saturday 28 November, the items stolen were from a priceless 19th century tea and coffee set including a teapot, sugar bowl and lid, milk jug, teacups, saucers can coffee mugs.
Police are being cautious about identifying the victims of the burglary; Prestbury House hotel has denied rumours that they were the targets of this crime. There has been no confirmation that this was a planned attack to seal the items in question.
PC Adam Bundock has recently urged residents to secure their homes and vehicles, he said: "We've seen a number of night time burglaries in the Prestbury community lately, and the sad truth is that the majority of these could have been avoided." He also said: "We are trying hard to encourage residents to take better care of their belongings... if you love it then lock it."
Gloucestershire Police have confirmed that no arrests have been made in connection to the incident however they are appealing to anyone who might have information about the crime, and are looking towards local antique dealers who may have been offered the pieces.
PC Mark Gosland, Crime Prevention Advisor for the Cotswolds asked the counties residents to: "Deny thieves the opportunity by following the simple crime prevention advice." Details of this are available on the Gloucestershire Police website.
Anyone with information can contact the police on 0845 090 1234 and quote incident number 424 of 28 November 2009,or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
They are also offering support for any victims of the burglaries through victimsupport.org.uk and offering advice on how to protect their homes further.
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