The longest stone bridge in England has an impressive history that dates back over 700 years.

This home of a taxidermy hoarder is among the grandest and most singular of historic English estates.

The spot where Oxford garnered its name was also home to a medieval philosopher and includes a house covered in statues.

An extraordinary collection of scientific instruments - and Einstein's chalkboard - inside the world's oldest purpose built museum building.

Once one of the largest rooms full of books in the world, this bookstore basement is still a treat for bibliophiles.

The spot where three Protestant clergymen were burned at the stake during the reign of "Bloody Mary."

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

Long before Moo Deng, this 17th-century waterfowl was a cultural sensation.

A hidden plaque is the only reminder of the lost palace where two storied English kings were born.

A plaque is all that remains of a lost Oxford transport hub.

Originally founded in 1654, this coffee house claims to be the oldest of its kind in Europe.

The shop where the girl who inspired the beloved character once bought sweets is now a book-themed commercial curiosity.

An obsolete, long-forgotten advertising character lingers on this Sainsbury’s balcony railings.

This 11th century tower is said to be the oldest building in Oxford.

Used as an example in one of the first dictionary entries for "museum" in 1706.

One of Oxford's greatest treasures likely belonged to England's legendary King Alfred the Great.

A less famous, short-lived meeting spot of the Inklings.

These mysterious mazes carved on the rock may be up to 4,000 years old.

A whimsical cottage from the 1300s with a preserved Victorian-era post office inside.

Part museum, part piece of Arthurian-inspired history, this stately hall attracts King Arthur fans from miles away.

Before construction of the famous Tintagel Castle, this site in Cornwall was likely a prosperous Dark Age trading port.

The world's largest collection of witchcraft regalia.

How did this lovely seaside English village come by such an unusual name?

A writer's tiny retreat built from salvaged shipwreck timbers.