Hundreds of years ago, this lion-shaped door knocker could help a person accused of a crime find temporary safe haven in Durham Cathedral.

One of the oldest suspension bridges in the world blends in perfectly with a medieval castle.

One of the few surviving street funiculars in the world.

The world's largest prehistoric copper mine had 30,000 animal bones scattered throughout the maze of passageways.

Amazing collection of folly buildings in Cobham, Surrey.

Trimmings from the record-setting tree line that surrounds Cirencester Park have been used to manufacture chemotherapy drugs.

Detailed sandstone carvings show an array of symbolism and adorable animals.

Rare collection of medieval books under lock and key.

The largest known medieval map of the world.

This Bronze Age boat was found buried remarkably intact in an English gravel pit.

Reputedly based on the tomb of Jesus Christ, this crypt is the oldest surviving structure of any cathedral in England.

This memorial to World War II's fallen airmen shows us the movements of the stars that once guided them.

This network of narrow, medieval passages has the most delightful name.

Makers and sellers of the original and finest York Ghosts.

One of the shortest streets in York has an especially odd name.

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

A shrine to one of England's female saints in what is believed to be her former home.

There are hidden patterns on the subway seats of some Stockholm metro cars.

A temporary art piece to celebrate LGBTQ Pride is now a permanent part of Stockholm's traffic landscape.

The accidental discovery of this gilt bronze head led archaeologists to find the Roman Baths in the city of Bath

Dedicated to the 4th Baronet of Sledmere.

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

This 11th-century Cistercian abbey was once seized by Henry VIII.

Thought to be the oldest Norman crypt in the world.