A deserted medieval village where bodies were once mutilated to prevent them rising from the dead.

This mummified mermaid corpse is an aquatic curio that was eventually revealed to be a fake.

Explore Hull's historic Old Town by following the sea creatures scattered throughout its charmingly cobbled streets.

The phone booths in this English town have distinctly milky hues.

What looks like missing grout is actually an old pub's peephole.

"We gonna rock down to Electric Avenue, and then we'll take it higher..."

Thanks to modern navigational tools we now know that the true prime meridian runs through a park next door.

The highest peak in Wales is said to be the final resting place of a giant killed by King Arthur.

One of the oldest scientific gardens in Britain, containing more than 13,302 plant species in its core collection.

Sprawled across the Great Hall ceiling are various constellations and images relating to the zodiac.

These steps offer a breathtaking view of one of Europe's most besieged fortresses.

Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.

A sweet symbol marks the place where torturous executions were once carried out.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

A free public golf course hides in plain sight in the heart of Scotland’s capital.

The U.K.'s first underground railway line is now a lively thoroughfare for runners and cyclists.

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

This beautiful example of Victorian engineering is the oldest water-balanced funicular anywhere in the world.

Remarkable medieval wall paintings decorate this 12th-century, dog-friendly church.

The longest cutting on the M62 contains some surprises—though it's best to leave the motorway to appreciate them.

England's largest white horse isn't even white.

Over 70 independent businesses have set up shop in this former Victorian department store.

Have a seat with the father of modern computing at this Manchester monument.

A giant wooden soda bottle pays homage to a distinctly British drink on the very spot where it was invented.