An oddly shaped tower built to mark the acquittal of Admiral Keppel in a controversial 1770s case.

This jewel of an engine is one of Northern England's finest surviving legacies of the Industrial Revolution, even catching the eye of Henry Ford.

This folly built to commemorate an aristocratic victory over Catholic rebellion plays tricks on the eye.

A museum pays tribute to the glass-making industry of Sunderland.

Also known as “Robin Hood’s tree,” it became a famed location along Hadrian's Wall before it was cut down.

Only the headframes remain from this mining operation, once one of the largest in the region.

This magnificent arch is all that remains of a former smelt mill.

This sandstone tree trunk is a relic from a long-past era when England had a more tropical climate.

These remarkable cascades are the jewels of Upper Tees.

A perfectly running 230-year-old silver automaton and music box.

This building was once a town hall, a fire station, a prison, a dairy market, and the target for two marksmen.

At 1,732 feet above sea level, this spectacularly isolated yet surprisingly bustling bar is the highest pub in Britain.

This incredible viaduct was part of the Victorian railway boom and helped the Midland Railway navigate tough terrain.

The largest cave chamber in Britain—big enough to fit a whole cathedral inside.

This amazing trail among the many waterfalls around Ingleton has been enchanting visitors since 1885.

Dedicated to the legendary comedian Eric Morecambe depicting his iconic "Bring Me Sunshine" stance.

Twice a day this ancient path disappears with the tides, leaving the Holy Island of Lindisfarne out to sea.

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

This museum honors the young maritime hero who became an unexpected Victorian-era celebrity.

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.

The sign at the garden gate reads: “These Plants Can Kill.”

A million and a half tons of earth were used to create one of the world's largest land sculptures.

The largest timber structure in Europe.

Hundreds of years ago, this lion-shaped door knocker could help a person accused of a crime find temporary safe haven in Durham Cathedral.