This statue commemorates one of medieval England’s most courageous heroes.

This foreboding medieval castle was twice besieged by barons rebelling against the English king.

The ritual has been performed uninterrupted for nearly 700 years.

Six ravens are kept captive (but well-fed) at the Tower of London to prevent the fall of the Crown.

The watery entrance for condemned prisoners heading to the Tower of London is still visible along the Thames.

There's an exclusive Beefeaters pub hidden in the Tower of London.

This star-shaped artillery fort protected the mouth of the Thames from the 16th century to the Second World War.

Famously misunderstood wonder of the ancient world

Successful single-handed, non-stop circumnavigation of the world in a sailing boat was a wish said to be granted at the well.

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

Follow the original medieval paths that wind through this intriguing section of the city.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

The final resting place of soldiers' loyal canine companions.

A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.

A 17th-century church is nestled within the walls of a 15th-century ruin.

A village on the east coast of England that has almost completely eroded into the North Sea.

Unusual British home built to disguise a water tower.

This massive metal scallop is a tribute to an English composer who once walked across this beach.

Visit the remains of a 19th-century defensive fort on the British coast.

Known as the "Fat Man of Maldon," Bright was a larger-than-life figure.

A perilous medieval road leading right into the sea.

This charming, narrow-gauge railway in the Thames Estuary is sometimes referred to as the "Train to Nowhere."