An exercise in radical design and social living that became the epicenter of Soviet spy networks in London.

A series of carved figures that scandalized British society.

A mysterious shape catches the eye in this 16th-century painting.

The famous polar explorer stands outside the Royal Geographical Society's headquarters.

Behind one of the world's most impenetrable vaults is a massive collection of retail silver.

Its collection includes a broad array of social, geographic, graphic design, and political history.

The bridge is a secret gallery of discarded gum that has been transformed into miniature masterpieces.

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

This museum is dedicated solely to this millennia-old handheld cooling device.

These Victorian era devil sculptures were designed to spite a local vicar.

Designed by the architect who also had a hand in crafting the Westminster Abbey and Bristol Cathedral.

Where Aleister Crowley attempted to seize the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn in a mask and a kilt.

Named after a lodging site that existed nearby, a bridge has existed at this location since 1455.

An extraordinary library and archive dedicated to the history of the Arctic and Antarctic poles.

The Cambridge pub where Francis Crick announced that he and James Watson had discovered the DNA double-helix.

Local legend says Isaac Newton built this footbridge without any screws, bolts, or nails.

Numberless clock creates a meal of time for the dreaded, insectile Chronophage.

This pub boasts a curious history and may have inspired a Dickens character.

The Ranger’s House exhibits fine mementos collected by Sir Julius Werner during the course of his life, including this infamous pendant.

Heralded as the oldest statue in London.

Above an abandoned Underground station, this charming bookstore is home to strange antiquities and literary works.

The vast, legendary catacombs hold secrets much stranger than stacked bones.

Outside of one of Britain's most renowned social clubs, a step installed specifically for the Duke.

A wonderfully eclectic Victorian aquarium lies in the basement of the Horniman Museum.