Sheffield, England
Bessemer Converter at Kelham Island Industrial Museum
One of the last remnants of the Bessemer process that revolutionized steel production during the industrial age.
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Sheffield, England
One of the last remnants of the Bessemer process that revolutionized steel production during the industrial age.
Sheffield, England
Located behind the Riverside Pub is a nautical fantasy from one of the area's renowned street artists.
Sheffield, England
This Sheffield sculpture composed of 17,000 Allen keys honors both urban falcons and a furniture icon.
Sheffield, England
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.
Sheffield, England
Cemetery established by the Victorians as a solution to the overflowing graveyards.
Sheffield, England
The whimsical steel spider lurking in the shadows of this suspension bridge shows that engineers can have a sense of humor.
Sheffield, England
This magnificent mural was created with over 30,000 colored bricks.
Chesterfield, England
One of the town's most famous residents, holding one of his most famous creations.
Chesterfield, England
The whimsical twist of this spire was either caused by the Devil, an unexpected virgin, or lead.
Sheffield, England
Presented to the city in 1910 for public use, these brass markers show varying lengths.
Sheffield, England
This police call box harkens back to an era of pre-radio communications, and has a rather unique feature.
Sheffield, England
A tribute to the women who quietly kept the local steelworks alive during both world wars.
Sheffield, England
The once-a-day siren is a reminder of the days before time was standardized.
London, England
This tribute to the fictional detective stands at the famous literary character's address.
York, England
A unique tribute to the chocolatey past that helped shape one British city.
Glenrothes, Scotland
This town hosts 170 pieces of public art, including giant irises, flying saucers, and, famously, hippos.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Visit the remains of a notorious Victorian-era correctional facility.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Summer in Scotland begins with a spectacularly wild and colorful event rooted in ancient pagan traditions.
London, England
Art under your feet honors the history of a working-class London neighborhood.
Otter Rock, Oregon
This coastal rock formation resembles a churning cauldron at high tide.
Stonehaven, Scotland
A series of mysterious metal artwork adorn this harbor walkway.
London, England
Named for a doctor who made a breakthrough in London’s cholera epidemic, this 1800s pub was also the site of a queer “kiss-in.”
Madrid, Spain
A small but stubborn relic of Spain’s turbulent past hides in plain sight.
London, England
The last vestiges of a magnificent Victorian-era train station can be found in this pub.