The Nanteos Cup, which for many years was believed to be the Holy Grail, has been recovered by police after it was stolen last year.

The wooden chalice, is believed to have been stolen during a burglary in Weston under Penyard between 9.30am on Monday, July 7th and 9.30am on Monday, July 14th last year. A dedicated team of officers have undertaken a thorough and extensive investigation since the incident, with the story gaining national interest and an appeal on BBC One's Crimewatch.

As a result of this vast coverage, police received several significant lines of inquiry from anonymous sources which led to its recovery on Friday, June 19th.

Detective Inspector Martyn Barnes, the investigating officer, said: "I would like to thank everyone who helped us with our enquiries and who shared the appeal, which significantly aided us in recovering the cup."

"Following the recovery of the cup, no arrests have been made and enquiries into the theft continue. However, we are very pleased it has now been returned to its rightful owners."