This ethereal, rainforest-like gorge is home to waterfalls, quaint bridges, and fairy folk.

Also known as "Robin Hood's tree," this tree became a famed location along Hadrian's Wall before it was cut down in an act of vandalism.

Twice a day this ancient path disappears with the tides, leaving the Holy Island of Lindisfarne out to sea.

This tidal island, a sacred site in early English Christianity, was the target of a notable Viking invasion.

A powerful statue sits on Scalestone Point, looking out over Morecambe Bay.

Dedicated to the legendary comedian Eric Morecambe depicting his iconic "Bring Me Sunshine" stance.

This 6th-century church honors St. Tudno, the patron saint of Llandudno.

The world's largest prehistoric copper mine had 30,000 animal bones scattered throughout the maze of passageways.

One of the few surviving street funiculars in the world.

Some of England's last cave dwellers lived and worked within this huge cave.

Semi-precious Blue John stones have been mined in this cavern system for centuries.

This chain of artificial lakes was an ideal test ground for the aircraft that would carry the "bouncing bombs" used by the WWII "Dambusters" squad.

A unique sculpture park that features the works of several famed artists.

One of the oldest Augustinian houses, this church is reminiscent of the rich history of England.

The once forbidden "secret cabinet" of erotic art from excavations of Pompeii and Herculaneum.

According to myth, Zeus himself was hidden in this cave to escape being eaten by his dad.

A minotaur, a labyrinth, and a dubious restoration pull in visitors from around the world.

This famous archeological mystery may be an ancient example of movable type.

This abandoned Greek island was the last active leper colony in Europe.

The adorable animals return to this nature reserve every fall to give birth to their pups.

These planks were originally installed to hold the dead.

These 20-foot jaw bones honor a time when the leviathan bones were a sign that whalers survived the hunt.

The gloomy ruins that inspired Bram Stoker to bring Dracula to life.

A shrine to one of England's female saints in what is believed to be her former home.