Possibly the oldest living thing in Europe, more likely a pagan survivor.

One of the few remaining ancient aqueducts described by Frontinus as 'the most solemn testimony of the Empire.'

The television series' iconic giant foot was borrowed from this classical painting.

Recently restored menagerie of Victorian-era beasts.

Stroll through Welsh history in a village of reconstructed structures.

High Victorian fantasy created a fairytale castle out of a ruined fortress in Wales.

This well-preserved Cistercian Abbey in a romantic pastoral setting has inspired artists like the poet Wordsworth.

Beasts and branches swirl in sandstone carvings, interrupted by one strange creature.

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 Welsh village gave itself a ridiculous name in a publicity stunt a century ahead of its time.

A former fisherman's hut deemed too small for habitation is now a delightful tourist draw.

The gloomy ruins that inspired Bram Stoker to bring Dracula to life.

One of the oldest and certainly best preserved Cistercian abbeys still in existence.

Astonishing rock formations dot the Brimham Moor landscape.

Harry Potter once visited this massive limestone cliff, which was carved by an ancient glacial river.

These Roman ruins in England’s Lake District are 2,000 years old, but look pretty good for their age.

Stonehenge has nothing on Castlerigg’s views.

This charming English house was once the home of England's most famous poet.

A museum in England’s Lake District dedicated to the trusty pencil wants you to know the story of their World War II spy pencils.

This iconic 1,000-year-old medieval castle is a favorite of the film industry, most notably as the location for Hogwarts in Harry Potter.

This enchanting Victorian estate was home to the world's first hydroelectric power generator.

An optical Illusion once believed to be an electrical phenomenon.