A cannabis farm has been discovered at an old bank.

Macclesfield Local Policing Unit have recovered more than 700 cannabis plants thanks to information from the local community.

Officers were called out to reports of suspicious activity at a former bank on Chestergate on Thursday (May 8).

The caller reported witnessing suspicious men entering the disused building, along with a strong smell of cannabis in the area.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers entered the premises and found approximately 700 plants, all at varying stages of growth, along with heat lighting, fans, irrigation systems, which were spread over three floors.

A 43-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the production of a class B drug. He remains in police custody at this time.

Around 700 plants have been recovered (Credit: Cheshire Police)

Chief Inspector Zoe Bowden, head of Macclesfield Local Policing Unit, said: "This is another great result which demonstrates the value of intelligence from the public.

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"As a result of the information provided, not only have we removed a significant quantity of cannabis the streets of Macclesfield, but we've also arrested a man for producing illegal drugs."

She added: "The supply and use of illegal drugs has an incredibly negative impact on the community, and our fight against this type of behaviour is never over.

"We will continue to do all we can to put a stop to this activity.

"I urge anyone with any information about suspected drug related activity in their community to get in touch. You will be listened to, and we will investigate the matter."

A 43-year-old man has been arrested (Credit: Cheshire Police)