This enormous spiral sculpture looks strangely out of place on the edge of a housing development.

The whimsical twist of this spire was either caused by the Devil, an unexpected virgin, or lead.

One of the last remnants of the Bessemer process that revolutionized steel production during the industrial age.

These ruins are a monument to the region's industrial heritage, and the site of England's worst mining tragedy.

These medieval monastery ruins are surprisingly overlooked by most tourists.

This remarkable building has a lot to offer, even if you're not placing a bid.

This house was home to a succession of park keepers for more than 90 years, but in all that time, it never had a toilet.

An oddly shaped tower built to mark the acquittal of Admiral Keppel in a controversial 1770s case.

It's known as the "Full Monty school" thanks to its role in the beloved British comedy film.

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

This bridge once allowed Dere Street to cross the River Tees.

The oldest surviving glass furnace cone in Western Europe.

This magnificent mural was created with over 30,000 colored bricks.

This police call box harkens back to an era of pre-radio communications, and has a rather unique feature.

The once-a-day siren is a reminder of the days before time was standardized.

A tribute to the women who quietly kept the local steelworks alive during both world wars.

A fitting tribute to a beloved local boxing coach that's produced four world champions.

A collection of throne-inspired sculptures dot the landscape of Wincobank.

In this quiet English suburb, giant steel hands and feet dot the landscape.

An enormous steel waterfall is a nod to the substance that shaped Britain's Steel City.