FUN for the family is promised at the Captain Cook Birthplace Museum, in Stewart Park, Middlesbrough, from 11am to 3pm on Thursday and Friday.

In free craft sessions, people can make Christmas presents, Victorian Christmas cards and original decorations.

Children can get an early Christmas present and have a chat with Santa. Tickets cost £2, which includes a gift.

There is no admission charge to the museum. Children must be accompanied by an adult.