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Couple's BBC Gardener's World Display Van Vanishes
17 Jun
Summary
- Van containing exhibition plants and displays stolen overnight.
- Couple from Norfolk were preparing for BBC Gardener's World Live.
- Appeal for information after van theft, prioritizing contents.
A couple preparing to exhibit at BBC Gardener's World Live faced a devastating setback when their van was stolen overnight. Matty Paul and Amber Jacklin, self-employed horticulturalists from Norfolk, discovered their white Ford Transit Custom van missing from a car park adjacent to the event site.
The stolen vehicle contained the entirety of their display, including plants and sculptures, intended for the upcoming exhibition at Birmingham's National Exhibition Centre. The theft has left the couple in a state of shock and distress, just days before the event is set to commence on Thursday.
While the van is insured, the couple's primary concern is the recovery of their exhibition materials. They have issued an urgent appeal for any information that could lead to the van's whereabouts, expressing a desire to retrieve their hard work and unique display pieces. They have also noted the incredible support they have already received from fellow exhibitors.
