Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was sexually assaulted in Monkton Heathfield, Somerset.

The incident occurred on Saturday at about 1.30am on the A3259. The victim was approached by a man who sexually assaulted her and then made off in the direction of Bridgwater.

The offender is described as an older man with long grey hair wearing a balaclava and blue jeans.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 0845 456 7000.