'CANINE capers at Ormesby Hall in Middlesbrough will see dogs being put through their paces in a bid to win prizes including cutest face, waggiest tail and fastest sausage eater.

The fun starts at 12.30pm tomorrow when the gardens open and a dog agility display takes place.

House manager Ian Brockbank said: "This event is an opportunity for families to bring along their dogs into the formal gardens at the hall and to enter up to ten fun classes to compete for prizes.

"We are especially delighted to welcome the Redcar dog agility club which is to put on two excellent displays."

Admission is £3.20 for adults, £1.60 for children, with National Trust members, under fives admitted free.