Police appealed after the theft attempt at the farm

A spokesman for North Yorkshire Police said: “We believe the suspects may have been driving a 44-horsepower van and a small white van.

“Do you have any information that would help North Yorkshire Police find those responsible and keep your community safe?

“Did you or anyone you live with hear or see anything around the time and date stated above?

“Do you have any CCTV footage showing the theft or what happened before or after?

“Have you noticed a small white van and 4 x 4 pickup truck moving in a suspicious or potentially convoy in the immediate area?”