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Unusual Attractions in Hertfordshire

Hertfordshire, England

Old Gorhambury House

These ruins of Francis Bacon's once-magnificent manor are hidden in the English countryside.

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Ruins of Minsden Chapel

This crumbling 14th century chapel became so unstable the roofing apparently collapsed during a wedding ceremony, narrowly missing the curate's head.

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St Mary's Church

Home to one of the tallest church spires in Europe, this historic church once played host to King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.

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Redbournbury Watermill and Bakery

This operational mill has survived centuries of destruction and construction.

Hertfordshire, England

Snook's Grave

The eternal resting place of the last highwayman hanged in England.

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Natural History Museum at Tring

The incredible private taxidermy collection of an eccentric zoologist.

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Magic Roundabout

A giant roundabout made up of six smaller roundabouts.

Hertfordshire, England

Amaravati Buddhist Monastery

An oasis of calm, nestled in the English countryside.

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Redbournbury Watermill and Bakery

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