FAMILIES heard tales of fierce beasts and brave warriors when the first of three Viking storytimes was held at Kirkleatham Museum, Redcar, last weekend.

Freelance storyteller Tanya Bentham of Redcar transformed into Sif the Storyteller, in Viking costume, for the free sessions on Sunday.

She will hold a similar session during the museum's Viking-themed half-term activities on Wednesday, February 13 and Sunday, February 24.

The exhibition runs until March 17. For further details, call (01642) 479500.