Nelson memorial plaque at Burnham Thorpe birthplace stolen

A plaque that marks the nearby spot where Admiral Lord Nelson was born has been stolen, police said

A plaque commemorating the birthplace of Admiral Lord Nelson has been stolen.

The memorial to the naval hero has been displayed on a wall for 63 years outside a home in Burnham Thorpe, north Norfolk.

The plaque tells how the 18th Century commander was born in a former rectory that once stood close to the site.

Norfolk Police said it was stolen from Creake Road between 5 December and 20 December.

The tribute was donated to the village by HMS Tyne, flagship of the Home Fleet - one of the Royal Navy's main fleets that operated in British waters.

Police have urged anyone with information about the theft to contact them.