These crude contraptions were used to aid in the mining of lead, silver and gold.

In the 19th century, this pit housed a fully grown black bear for the entertainment of visitors. Today there is a sculpture in tribute to the poor creature.

This house was home to a succession of park keepers for more than 90 years, but in all that time, it never had a toilet.

Cemetery established by the Victorians as a solution to the overflowing graveyards.

The heroic tale of a remarkable pup who refused to leave her master's side, no matter what.

This chain of artificial lakes was an ideal test ground for the aircraft that would carry the "bouncing bombs" used by the WWII "Dambusters" squad.

This mysterious hilltop collection of Druid carvings isn't quite what it seems.

Semi-precious Blue John stones have been mined in this cavern system for centuries.

Seat of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire for centuries.

A magnificent winding road through a steep valley, with deep natural caverns at the bottom

The largest oak in England is said to have been the hideout of Robin Hood and his Merry Men.