Stag Statue Stolen from Mount Pleasant Hotel Roof

The Mount Pleasant Hotel, located near Bawtry, Doncaster, has issued an appeal for information regarding the theft of a “beloved” life-size stag statue. The statue, which the hotel described as a “symbol of our history,” disappeared from the hotel’s roof on Thursday night. The owners of the establishment confirmed that they reported the theft to South Yorkshire Police. Through a Facebook post, they requested assistance from the local community in “bringing” the animal back home. The Facebook post stated: “We’re heartbroken to share that our beloved stag statue, which has proudly stood above our main entrance for years, was stolen overnight. The stag is more than just a decoration – it’s a sentimental symbol of our hotel’s history and character. We’ve reported this to the police, but we’re also reaching out to our wonderful community for help.” The hotel encouraged individuals to contact them if they had observed anything out of the ordinary. The appeal continued: “Every little bit helps in bringing our stag back home. Thank you for your support – we truly appreciate it.” The hotel subsequently clarified that its roof lacked CCTV coverage. However, another camera recorded “two figures in black” repositioning the Christmas lights situated above the main entrance. They further explained that staff did not detect any suspicious activity, attributing this to strong winds at the time and multiple Christmas parties occurring at the venue. Couples who have scheduled weddings at the hotel received reassurance that the stag, which serves as a popular backdrop for photographs, would be substituted with a “new deer” should the original statue not be recovered. The hotel originated as an 18th Century farmhouse on the Rossington Hall estate, acquired by the Jenkinson family in 1937, with their descendants continuing to operate the business presently. Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North or tell us a story you think we should be covering here. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.