A less famous, short-lived meeting spot of the Inklings.

A cornucopia of gargoyles adorns the oldest portion of Oxford’s Magdalen College.

The shop where the girl who inspired the beloved character once bought sweets is now a book-themed commercial curiosity.

Legend says this public grazing area hasn't been plowed for thousands of years.

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

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

This centuries-old pub boasts a collection of more than 4,500 snippets of neckties from around the world.

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

A rare specimen of the ancient piggy bank of Java resides in one of the unassuming corners of the Ashmolean.

The lantern carried by the infamous Guy Fawkes when he was arrested while attempting to blow the houses of Parliament and the King of England to smithereens

Long before Moo Deng, this 17th-century waterfowl was a cultural sensation.

One of Oxford's greatest treasures likely belonged to England's legendary King Alfred the Great.

A 26-foot shark sculpture—a statement about bombs—set off a municipal battle royale.

A memorial to the politician who became Great Britain's first fatality to be caused by a locomotive.

Local legend holds that if you can make it up this steep cobblestone stairway without taking a breath, you'll have wish come true.

This tiny traditional smokehouse is the only one left in this historic fishing port.

An obscure walkway dedicated to a scientist who helped pave the way for the world to sit up and take notice of Manchester.

This plaque commemorates an amazing 19th-century sea rescue.

This coin collecting cod is over 130 years old, and the United Kingdom's smallest listed structure.

Harry Potter’s Hogsmeade Station is also a charming blast from the past situated in North Yorkshire.

A monument to the real explorer and bear who inspired characters in Philip Pullman's 'His Dark Materials.'

A typographic tribute to the many comedic greats who make Great Britain laugh.

The ruins of the second of three churches dedicated to the saint in a touristic Scottish town.

The one-time stronghold of the noble Douglas family, now home to ghost sightings and nesting birds.