Last Thursday I found an old Accurist ladies' watch outside Barclays Bank in the High Street, Croydon.

It looks well-loved and as though it has been with someone for a long time.

I wanted to hand it into Croydon police station as I assume someone will be missing it.

I tried calling the station many, many times and each time went though to an answer machine which told me I couldn't leave a message, as a result I still have this watch and would like to give it back to its rightful owner but I keep hitting my head against a brick wall.

Charlotte Way Received by email lIf this watch is yours, phone the Guardian on 020 8774 6565.