Timothy Cooper also used a bread knife concealed in a pillow case as he demanded money from a jewellers.

Under the proposals, two-bed flats and four-bed homes will be built at the site.

Wiltshire Council previously rejected proposals to turn the garage into five homes, despite recommendations from the planning officer.

The Wadworth shire horses in Devizes, Wiltshire will not be returning after a hiatus.

A plan for 120 new gypsy and traveller pitches has been approved by Wiltshire Council's cabinet.

The former hospital site will now be home to nearly 60 homes and a commercial space.

The pair have pleaded guilty to stealing from jewellery stores in Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.

Our weekly picture round-up captures scenes from across the county this week.