Fantasy and myth are popular subjects for both films and books. Here fantasy artist Dave McKean (who worked on the Harry Potter movies) takes a look at some of the most popular and unusual creatures from legend.

The UK has a rich and diverse folklore around mythical creatures: some famous nationally and others regionally.

This set features: unicorn, mermaid - legends very common around UK coast in northern isles of Scotland), Giant (inspired by Finn McCool associated with the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland), Fairy queen (in a chariot pulled by birds), Pixie (which feature in Cornish folklore), and Dragon (emblem of Wales).