Home to the ancient Roman temple of a lesser-known Celtic god that inspired J. R. R. Tolkien and H. P. Lovecraft.

Abandoned boats decaying in the largest ship graveyard in mainland Britain.

The mysterious, fantastical woodland inspiration for "The Lord of the Rings."

This stretch of the River Severn where large waves flow against the current is the birthplace of river surfing.

On this wooded path, a stained-glass window creates a spellbinding forest cathedral.

A 200-year-old prison that now houses a peculiar crime museum.

An ornate aviary built during the Victorian trend of collecting exotic birds.

You can spend the night in Dr. Frank-N-Furter's castle.

A replica of the steam engine that hauled Queen Victoria's Royal Train is on display at Windsor.

All unmarked mute swans on the Thames are owned by the Queen per a tradition that began in the 12th century.

A mineral spring that became all the rage in 17th-century England.

This preserved puppy was an adorable beacon of charity.

Visit the WWII bunker where the British won the battle for the skies.

Site of the golf match between James Bond and Goldfinger.

Luxurious hotel designed to stir the imagination of its many visitors.

Human-made caves excavated to hide a secret society of wealthy pagans.

Locals call it the "Give Peas a Chance" bridge because of its distinct graffiti.

The world's oldest model village.

Flying high, this unusual hornet statue celebrates the local soccer team formerly owned by Elton John.

Cycle, walk, or run up and down on an old historic railway path.

The site of the notorious Great Train Robbery of £2.6 million, one of the biggest heists in English history.

This operational mill has survived centuries of destruction and construction.

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

This magical museum celebrates the life and work of a seminal children's book writer (and occasional spy).