This medieval sanctuary's tree-framed door looks like a portal to a mythical realm.

The centuries-old obelisk may have inspired J. R. R. Tolkien.

In pastoral England, a plaque marks where an imaginary community addressed the problem of combat mortality.

This trio of neolithic stone monuments are fabled to be a king and his knights that were petrified by a witch.

A great example of the inventive canal bridges that were deliberately split down the middle.

Known as the "Stairway to Heaven," this historic canal dates back to the 1700s.

The longest canal aqueduct in England was built without a plan to get water past the moving boats.

A unique flight of canal locks that owe their form to 19th-century cost-saving measures.

One of the tallest maypoles remaining in England in one of its smaller villages.

With a history stretching back to the 16th century, this pub has a few stories to tell.

The first place where the scientific innovation known as radar was first demonstrated in Britain.

The Columbia Road Flower Market is now open every Sunday, rain or shine.

Packed to the ceiling with antique taxidermy and hunting arms.

Something's watching you.

A stunning 18th century pharmacy and medieval chemist's collection.

This inn of the court provides a fascinating window into London’s legal and architectural history.

One of England’s oldest and most haunted inns may have inspired the legend of Sweeney Todd.

The location Geoffrey Chaucer and tale-telling pilgrims set off for Canterbury in April 1386.

This Tudor cottage is adorned with many canary-clasping cats, which originally served as a reminder to a local clergyman of his pet's murderous ways.

The largest Victorian water tower in Britain.

Two larger-than-life Sean Henry sculptures blend in with the people of Colchester's high street.

On the side of Christchurch Mansion is an enigmatic block of dark limestone that dates back to 14th-century Belgium.

A bronze and stone statue made to recognize the life and career of a Russian aristocrat turned English rugby player.

A life-sized statue commemorating the former manager of Ipswich's football team.