The ultimate doggy day out is coming to Leeds' Harewood House this weekend, offering the perfect socialisation opportunity for the city's lockdown pups.
Attractions on the day include a 'dogstacle' course, doggy shopping stalls, expert canine advice, a dog show and refreshments for pups and their owners.
It's all happening as part of The Big Dog Walk, which is being brought to the historic Leeds property in association with Bought By Many.
As part of the event, walkers can choose from a two, five or ten kilometre route depending on their dogs size, health and energy levels.
A border collie weaves through poles on a 'dogstacle' course / Image: Paul Englefield
There will be games and prizes to discover along the way, finishing up with a Big Dog Walk rosette that will be awarded to every pooch on completion.
There's also going to be a special 'puppy socialisation' area for young dogs to interact and play with others in safe, secure environment.
"We have been blown away by the support for our Big Dog Walks which have taken place across the country over the past few weekends," said Nicole Cooper, managing director of touchpoint live media who has organised the Big Dog Walk.
"It has been a wonderful opportunity for people to get together.
"The relaxed and joyful atmosphere we have witnessed has been a powerful reminder that events like this nourish our souls and have been a gaping hole in our lives.
"Harewood House is such an idyllic venue and we can’t wait to welcome those faithful companions who have kept us going though lockdown and provide them with the pawesome day they deserve!”.
The Big Dog Walk takes place from 9.30 am to 3 pm on Sunday 27th June. All walks will be staggered to help keep participants safe in line with Covid guidelines.
To find out more, head to the event page on Harewood House's website here.
Feature image - Harewood House.
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Inside Moida, the new Korean beauty and skincare store in Leeds city centre
If your skincare routine has been needing an upgrade, there's some good news waiting for you inside Trinity Leeds.
The shopping centre has just welcomed Moida, a brand-new beauty retailer specialising in authentic Korean skincare, bringing some of the world's most sought-after K-beauty products to Leeds.
Named after the Korean word meaning 'to gather' or 'come together', moida is all about making Korean skincare easy to discover and accessible for everyone.
Inside the new store that has taken over the old Claire's Accessories site, shoppers can expect an extensive range of handpicked products from some of the biggest names in K-beauty, including Beauty of Joseon, Dr. Althea, TIRTIR, Medicube, Biodance, and more cult-favourite brands.
The collection has been curated by a team of Korean beauty experts with close links to Korea, meaning customers can expect everything from viral TikTok sensations to exclusive products that are often difficult to get hold of elsewhere in the UK.
Moida K-Beauty has opened in Trinity Leeds. Credit: The Hoot Leeds
Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: "With Korean skincare still increasing in popularity, moida brings an exciting new concept to the centre. Offering guests viral products alongside everyday essentials, plus the chance to browse new brands in-store will be a fantastic experience.
"We know moida is going to be a brilliant addition for both existing fans of K-beauty and those keen to discover it for the first time."
It's the latest announcement following the recent launches of Lane7, Footasylum, LEGO, Jerk Junction, The Fragrance Shop and schuh at Trinity Leeds.
Leeds man jailed for life after being found guilty of dozens of sexual and physical assault offences
Emily Sergeant
A man from Leeds has been jailed for life after being found guilty of dozens of sexual and physical assault offences.
Paul Benstock - aged 62, of Appletree Court in the village of East Ardsley - appeared at Leeds Crown Court last week where he was sentenced after being convicted of more than 40 offences committed against five victims,
Following a Leeds Safeguarding investigation, Benstock was found guilty of a number of sexual offences and physical assaults against both adult and child victims, including 14 counts of rape - with these offences having thought to have taken place over a 22-year period between 1998 and 2020.
Benstock was also identified as being involved in the making of indecent images of children following an operation by the National Crime Agency’s Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command (CEOP), and was also found guilty of these offences.
"Much of Benstock’s offending was against victims who were children at the time," explained Detective Sergeant Michelle Barnes, of Leeds Safeguarding Unit.
"His victims have shown incredible bravery in giving us detailed accounts of what has taken place and then again supporting the trial process by giving evidence when Benstock refused to take accountability for his awful crimes."
Benstock was sentenced to 37 years imprisonment.
He was also made the subject of a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and has been placed on the Sex Offenders Register indefinitely, West Yorkshire Police has confirmed.
Georgina Pellant -
23rd June 2021 
