Windsor, England
The Queen's Swans at Windsor
All unmarked mute swans on the Thames are owned by the Queen per a tradition that began in the 12th century.
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Windsor, England
All unmarked mute swans on the Thames are owned by the Queen per a tradition that began in the 12th century.
Windsor, England
This is Britain's one and only clock concealed in the pavement.
Windsor, England
A replica of the steam engine that hauled Queen Victoria's Royal Train is on display at Windsor.
Windsor, England
The patch of land below the memorial was gifted by the British to the United States.
Windsor, England
One of the oldest trees in Britain may have been witness to some of the country's formative moments.
Slough, England
This preserved puppy was an adorable beacon of charity.
Estate, England
Site of the golf match between James Bond and Goldfinger.
Gerrards Cross, England
Locals call it the "Give Peas a Chance" bridge because of its distinct graffiti.
Jordans, England
The remains of the man who founded Pennsylvania lie in an unassuming grave in the English countryside.
Beaconsfield, England
The world's oldest model village.
Great Missenden, England
This magical museum celebrates the life and work of a seminal children's book writer (and occasional spy).
Chesham, England
A line of iron bollards with colorful, handknitted cozies fitted over them.
Cheltenham, England
Believed to be inspired by the Trevi Fountain in Rome.
Monmouth, Wales
The only medieval bridge in Britain with its defensive tower still in tact.
Whitchurch, England
The site of an early Arthurian battle and the dwelling-place of prehistoric people and (possibly) an ancient race of giants.
Hay-on-Wye, Wales
In 1977, an eccentric book lover formed a micronation for book lovers.
Defynnog, Wales
Estimated to be more than 5,000 years old, this yew may be Britain’s oldest.
Saint Fagans, Wales
Stroll through Welsh history in a village of reconstructed structures.
Cardiff, Wales
The castle still holds traces of the abandoned Roman fort it was built atop.
Cardiff, Wales
This pedestrian walkway cuts through a cemetery and over several burial vaults.
Cardiff, Wales
An impromptu shrine appeared shortly after beloved "Torchwood" character Ianto Jones was killed off the show.
Swansea, Wales
A turn-of-the-century prophecy comes true when a mischievous wooden Devil watches the neighboring church burn to the ground
Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, Wales
This Welsh village gave itself a ridiculous name in a publicity stunt a century ahead of its time.
Llanberis, Wales
The stately remains of Llywelyn the Great's mighty fortress.