In this quiet village, a blue plaque marks the spot where the famous fictional detective retired.

A creepy tree with a local legend that inspired a nearby theme park ride.

British Empire's last territorial expansion, claimed by four countries.

This muddy wooded valley and the ancient structures it hides are said to be the favored haunt of the legendary Friar Tuck.

This iconic Peak District ridge was once one of the busiest roads in medieval Britain.

A medieval cave used to shelter local hermits now holds nearly 200 old Quaker gravestones.

It might not be as impossible to reach as its name would imply, but just about.

Legend says this ancient pagan site can cure all ailments.

Flaming barrels of tar race through these village streets on Bonfire Night, a tradition that dates back centuries.

The bronze uniforms commemorate the vital role of women during World War II.

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

Mysterious chains and iron stakes adorn this strange grave, with no explanation.

Britain's oldest and biggest hole in the ground.

Half-drowned wooden stumps and stone blocks are all that remain of a Victorian landing that was destroyed by storms.

Both church and state get put to the torch in this annual festival in the "Bonfire Capital of the World."

These remarkable cascades are the jewels of Upper Tees.

This Roman quarry once held secret masses and smuggler's contraband and is now home to rare species of bats.

This remarkably intact, 260-year-old cargo ship is only visible at the lowest of spring tides.

Prehistoric sandstone menhir with Early Bronze Age cup and ring markings, also known as Robin Hood's Stone.

Artists have long been drawn to these atmospheric 12th-century ruins.

This centuries-old canal known as the Cuckoo Dyke has a staircase of locks suitable for a giant.

An unexpectedly extraterrestrial room in a former Victorian resort club.

It is said a heartbroken man visited the gap every day to stare blankly out at the sea.

The remains of the concrete ship can be seen during low tide.