These "bridges" help confused bats cross the road.

In the 9th-century this small spring-fed well became the location of daily mealtime miracles for one Saxon monk.

The tale of this reverend and his parish is colorful in many a way.

This antique prison is a tourist attraction with a sordid past.

A quirky mausoleum celebrated once every five years with young dancing girls, widows, a tax man, and more.

These picturesque ruins crumble beautifully into the ocean.

A medieval quay that was the Mayflower's final port of call before sailing for America.

Perhaps the only prehistoric monument with its very own public bus stop.

A open air theatre built on a cliff by an eccentric British woman.

This London marker celebrates the spot where the world-famous English band was founded.

A plaque marks the underground site of one of London's "lost rivers."

Never actually a tree at all, this spot was the site of London's public hangings for nearly 600 years.

London's last remaining public soapbox site has seen speeches from Karl Marx, Vladmir Lenin, and George Orwell.

Legend says these colorful, invasive residents are the descendants of birds released by Jimi Hendrix.

The final resting place to 300 Victorian-era pets hides inside the city park.

This ancient oak plays host to carvings of magical elves, gnomes, witches, and other creatures prominent in local folklore.

This pub was 238 years old when it decided to revamp its image: It started serving Thai food.

It is still illegal to "quarrel" at this unlikely urban oasis built on top of an electrical substation.

A little slice of Japan and its aesthetics in London's Holland Park.

On this headland lies a 19th-century lighthouse and historic gun battery.

A 14th century castle built on the seat of a mighty giant.

This legendary stone is of unknown origin, and throughout history has been a literal touchstone for British leaders.

This building contains a door only used by members of the royal family.

A pair of club-wielding guardians stand watch over London's first public clock to feature a minute hand.