FOUR-LEGGED friends will get their moment in the spotlight as Banbury hosts its first Bark in the Park later this month.

The day has been organised by Banbury’s town mayor Tony Mepham and the mayoress, his wife Lesley, as a celebration of dogs and other four-legged pets.

It will be held in People’s Park on Sunday, September 27.

Mr Mepham, who owns two dogs called Yogi and Buster, said: “We have seen novelty dog shows before and thought this would be great to do for residents.

“The response we have got so far has been very positive.

“From talking to people in the street, it seems many are going to get involved.”

Dogs for disabled people, guide dogs and hearing dogs have all been invited to the afternoon to show how pets can help their owners.

Vets will be on hand to give advice.

Visitors can also enjoy a fun fair, fundraising and food stalls. The event will run from 1.30pm with a pets parade taking place at 4pm.

Admission is free.