This site contains overlapping ancient graveyards that existed about 1,000 years apart.

These sculptures of various animals adorn the building that houses one of the capital's least known museums.

This building was once a town hall, a fire station, a prison, a dairy market, and the target for two marksmen.

This Victorian footbridge over the River Tees was originally built to carry water from the high moorland to the industrial towns on the coast.

A little-known ruin with a convoluted history and a fascinating latrine drainage system.

This astronomical clock is the second oldest in England.

The ruins of this medieval castle on a foggy hill tell the story of a once-mighty empire.

This hidden 13th-century tavern room has a few Shakespearean connections.

This tin chapel was built by POW's during World War II and is painted to look like something much more grand.

Thanks to both terrific preservation and historic vandalism this ancient site is known as the "Heart of Neolithic Orkney."

Enter the world under the hill at this ancient UK burial chamber.

This tiny island featuring 9th-century Viking ruins is only accessible at low tide.

A red sandstone freestanding monolith rises out of the sea in northern Scotland.

Possibly the oldest of Britain's ancient henges is also one of its most stark.

The true age of this ancient stone circle is unknown, but its stunning vista isn't in question.

The oldest residential street in Europe also features an optical illusion.

This window celebrates the role of tea, coffee, cocoa, and cotton in creating the fortune of the man who commissioned it.

These curious rocks located in the Lake District include several strange inscriptions of famous names.

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

This abandoned hospital village was once viewed as an innovative way to deal with mental illness.

A boulder in the Churchyard of Down Cathedral marks the legendary burial place of "The Apostle of Ireland."

Also known as Rye Castle, this 13th-century fortification later became a prison and held one of Rye's most famous criminals.

This Norman castle was once the site of a Victorian-era prison, and now exists as a luxury hotel.

Hundreds of preserved dinosaur footprints can be found along a hiking trail in this small village.