Beowulf: Great King of the Danes, we have heard of Grendel and that is why we have come. I pledge that I will fight this creature and defeat him. I will not go home until Grendel is dead!

Hrothgar, your highness,There’s no need to take flightWe’re ready for the monsterWe’re ready for the fight ... Grendel screamedIn panic and alarmHe wrenched free from the hero’s graspBut ...

Royal Mail has unveiled a set of stamps featuring mythical creatures and fabled figures from UK folklore. Designed by ...