A Game of Thrones star has been spotted filming some dramatic fight scenes on a North-East beach ahead of the news series of Vera.

Ben Crompton, who is famous for playing Eddison Tollett in the hit medieval series, was seen grappling with another actor whilst shooting for the upcoming series of the ITV police drama.

The tense display shows Crompton’s new character sparring with another member of the cast, with him ultimately ending up being strangled on the sand at Whitley Bay beach, in North Tyneside.

Photos taken at the scene also see the show’s namesake, played by Brenda Blethyn, taking a break from filming and sitting chatting with a member of the crew.

Filming for series eight of Vera is due to end in November, and is expected to air in early 2018.