FAMILIES stepped back in time to make their own shields at a fun-filled activity day at Weaver Hall Museum.

More than 70 children took part in the craft event.

Education assistant Phil Robinson said: “We used collage and paint and made shields in the style of the Romans, Vikings, Normans and superheroes.”

Children can make and decorate a clay tile to take home on August 22 and 23 or build a 3D model of their favourite historical site on August 29 and 30.

Drop in sessions run from 10am to 4pm and cost £1.80 per accompanied child.

For further information call the museum on 01606 271640.