A distinctive hand-built mountain bike was stolen during a burglary at a remote building.

The Downhill olive green full suspension specialised bike was taken from a house which is under renovation in Plumbtree Lane, Itchinfgfield, near Horsham.

Power tools and two chain saws were also stolen during the raid.

The bike was hand-built by the victim's son.

The items were taken on March 29. Sussex Police has only today released details of the thefts. 

 If anyone has seen the bike or been offered it for sale, email police on 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or call 101 quoting serial 250 of March 29.