A plaque commemorates a Victorian scientist's monumental discovery about waves.

This massive work of art was designed to commemorate Burns Night and the national poet of Scotland.

In addition to escorting prospective couples to and from ballrooms, this lane was also a place for gentlemen to settle scores.

Only a few pieces remain of the structure that carried people and goods across the Thames for some 600 years.

This 19th-century performer's gravestone identifies her as "the smallest woman ever in this Kingdom."

These ancient sea caves hold Britain's highest concentration of Pictish rock carvings.

Once used to protect important Roman trade routes.

Local legend says Isaac Newton built this footbridge without any screws, bolts, or nails.

With lush plants and flowers, huge trees, ponds, and hidden monuments, this place feels a bit like discovering Narnia.

Does being buried standing up help you get into heaven faster?

A unique art installation located on what was once considered the widest railway bridge in the world.

At the top of the hour, figures of the London department store's two co-founders emerge and bow to each other.

This black cat was actually designed to ward off bad luck.

A stained-glass window from the 15th century offers a vision of the end of the world.

Designed to illustrate two parts of the human psyche.

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

The true beauty of this church is showcased in the hand-painted stencils across the ceiling.

A pair of club-wielding guardians stand watch over London's first public clock to feature a minute hand.

A tongue-in-cheek arcade where the games are based on everyday life.

A student driver's nightmare.

Hear the quietest sound from across the dome.

Hidden behind a wall for decades, this masonic lodge was only rediscovered during renovations.

The quaint little store that is said to have inspired a famous Dickens novel was only given its name after the book was released.

One of the oldest remaining Catholic churches in England is home to the hand of a 7th-century saint.