The western face was supposedly left clock-less to snub the Welsh.

One of England's oldest stone churches and the birthplace of the "father of English history."

A historic Georgian building and warm springs.

This unusual geoglyph was built as a warning so low-flying aircraft wouldn't scare the zoo animals.

An ordinary lamppost situated in the middle of Cambridge has an unusual moniker and history.

The last known resting place of the king who united England.

The plaques around this 19th-century structure recall some rather strange tales.

A seaside town with no sea in sight.

A giant roundabout made up of six smaller roundabouts can befuddle the uninitiated.

The home of an eccentric Edwardian gentleman is packed to the rafters with handcrafted items collected over a lifetime.

Legend says this ancient pagan site can cure all ailments.

The medieval woodcut-style artwork chronicles life in medieval London.

This ancient Bedfordshire church was abandoned when the village's population slowly began migrating to new towns.

A quirky "castle" formerly belonging to a famous British inventor.

The pockmarks across the building's facade are remnants of the Blitz.

An impressive armored bronze effigy marks the tomb of one of the medieval era's greatest warriors.

All unmarked mute swans on the Thames are owned by the Queen per a tradition that began in the 12th century.

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

Once one of the largest rooms full of books in the world, this bookstore basement is still a treat for bibliophiles.

The medieval-looking hammer beam teak roof may be a Victorian vanity, but it's still absolutely magnificent.

Legend says these colorful, invasive residents are the descendants of birds released by Jimi Hendrix.

The bones of two medieval royal lions were discovered at the historic fortress.

One English town's celebratory landmark spurred more trouble than anticipated.

This pub was 238 years old when it decided to revamp its image: It started serving Thai food.