Places michaelamiller Wants to Go

This stone throne invites adventurers to observe breathtaking views of the Peak District.

A chaotic collection of coin-operated slot machines designed to delight and disturb in equal measure.

Constructed during the 7th century this is one of the oldest largely intact Christian churches in England.

These ruins of Francis Bacon's once-magnificent manor are hidden in the English countryside.

The oldest of the three remaining bridges in England with buildings on top of them.

These bleak 800-year-old ruins were once the royal residence of choice for hunting in Sherwood Forest.

This English medieval castle is where King John died of dysentery.

These medieval monastery ruins are surprisingly overlooked by most tourists.

This grassy, tree-lined hill shares a name with the much-loved novel that it inspired.

A steep and winding road in the Yorkshire Dales passes by these deep natural potholes.

Gothic tower mentioned in Thomas Hardy poem "The Channel Firing."

This centuries-old hotel hides a network of secret cellars and passages once used by smugglers.

This landmark Victorian folly rewards visitors with spectacular views over the Peak District.

Legend has it the famous Robin Hood would attend mass at this 12th-century Cistercian abbey in Sherwood Forrest.

The oldest candy store in England has been selling traditional sweets since 1827.

The medieval legend behind this holy well was one of the inspirations behind "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland."

Now isolated, this church was once the center of a bustling village that succumbed to the Black Death.

This 17th-century pub once had a hole in its wall so the neighboring blacksmith could easily access beer.

Once a farm where patients tilled the soil, this asylum lost its workforce when overmedicating became common practice.

This historic franken-chapel is the oldest wooden church in the world, at least part of it.

A striking 500-year-old mansion provides an unexpectedly sublime home for live deer and a menagerie of exotic stuffed animals.

It's believed King John of England stayed at this 13th-century castle before riding off to sign the Magna Carta.

17th century puritan church with connections to the Salem Witch Trials.

Carved initials which are nearly 500 years old preserve the deposed Queen's presence at Hampton Court Palace.