A SPECIAL event for dog owners and their four-footed friends will take place in North Ayrshire.

Dog's Day Out - a guided nature walk designed with dogs in mind - is planned as part of the Winter Warmer events at Kelburn Castle and Country Estate near Largs.

Starting at 11am on Sunday, January 5, the walk will be followed by a best dressed dog competition at 1pm and dog games at 2pm.

Admission is £5.

For more information telephone 01475 568 685 or visit www.kelburnestate.com/activities