"Lead was stolen from the roof of the Church of St Mary and All Saints between the evening of 26 September and the morning of 28 September, Derbyshire's Rural Crime Team said. They warned the incident would have a significant impact on the church by destroying a part of its unique history. Photographs of the damage showed part of the roof stripped bare with underlying wooden panelling on show. The police have urged for anyone with further information to come forward as they investigate the theft."
"The iconic Crooked Spire (Parish of St Mary and All Saints) has been targeted by thieves again. This time stealing lead from the roof. This will have a significant impact on the church by destroying part of its unique history. It will also cost thousands to replace which diverts funds away from the community. Every detail, no matter how small could help bring those responsible to justice. Help us help protect our beloved landmark from these selfish acts of criminality."
Lead was stolen from the roof of the Church of St Mary and All Saints between 26 and 28 September, according to Derbyshire's Rural Crime Team. Photographs show roof panels stripped to reveal wooden panelling beneath. The theft will cost thousands to repair and damages part of the church's unique history. The Grade I listed building is known for its twisted and leaning spire and has represented the UK in the Association of the Twisted Spires of Europe since 1994. This follows an earlier theft of four lead downpipes in late August. Police are asking anyone with information to come forward. Data from the Countryside Alliance shows churches suffered 3,758 thefts and burglaries from 2022 to 2024.
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