A theatre built to house the rowdy Oxford graduation ceremonies became the stage for a debate about God's existence.

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

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

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

Hidden in plain sight, this creepy sculpture watches from above.

Inside this church is an obscure piece of art carved by the famous Alice Liddell.

The fantastic charm of England's oldest botanical garden has made it a place of writerly inspiration for centuries.

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

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

One of Europe's oldest libraries.

This tribute to the fictional detective stands at the famous literary character's address.

These wire animal sculptures commemorate the exotic inhabitants that once called the Tower of London home.

An unusual ode to the late Irish playwright, complete with a squiggly bust and coffin-shaped bench.

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

After nearly 60 years, there's still a bear at Paddington Station looking for help.