Dog owners are invited on a group walk along the Weymouth coast to raise money for an animal shelter. 

The annual "Winter Walkies" event will be taking place on Sunday, December 1.

Owners and their dogs are invited to meet at the gazebo on the bleach close to Weymouth Pavilion at 1pm, where they will walk to Bowleaze Cove.

It is being held to raise money for Margaret Green Animal Rescue to help the animals in their care this Christmas enjoy a toy or treats.

There is a £2 suggested donation for each participant and free poo bags and treats will be provided. 

It's organised by DogFriendly.Social, a group created in Weymouth to spread awareness of dog-friendly businesses with its blue and white stickers. Displaying the stickers at premises allows dog owners easily identify places they can bring their four-legged friends.

Owners are asked to keep their dogs on a fixed lead and under close control at all times during the walk.

You can get regular updates from the group on its Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/dogfriendly.social