This Roman quarry once held secret masses and smuggler's contraband and is now home to rare species of bats.

The world's only managed flock of mute swans was established as a factory for monk meat but is now an adorable sanctuary.

Legend has it the famous Robin Hood would attend mass at this 12th-century Cistercian abbey in Sherwood Forrest.

A collection of early 19th century trams set in a reconstructed period village.

What was once England's second-richest abbey is now a haunting ruin.

This quaint mortuary chapel hides a stunning Celtic Revival and Art Nouveau interior.

Some wattle-and-daub, a Moorish mural, a glacial erratic, and a Giant named Gilbert.

These medieval monastery ruins are surprisingly overlooked by most tourists.

This ruined medieval castle was the scene of Lord Robert Dudley’s seductive reception for Queen Elizabeth I.

The near loss of the stately fireplaces at this medieval castle spawned some of Britain's most crucial historic preservation laws.

The bombed out remains of the old church were kept intact next to the new one, as a reminder of the futility of war.

A small village in two different countries.

When it came to designing his own small office building, the eccentric architect wasn't afraid to show the world what he could do.

A well-preserved 2nd century fort where moles are the archaeologists.

Constructed from recycled wrought iron railroad tracks, it's been described as the most beautiful seaside pier in England.

The last resting place of the famous Native American princess is marked by a haunting monument.

A stretch of land where the sour-sweet vegetable is cloaked in darkness and grows so fast you can hear it crack, squeak, and pop.

A long, winding trek rewards you with a gorge so captivating it inspired a painting in the Tate.

Each spring this woodland floor is carpeted with purplish flowers as far as the eye can see.

A treasure trove of astronomical, mathematical, and scientific instruments at Cambridge University.

This home of a taxidermy hoarder is among the grandest and most singular of historic English estates.

Britain’s longest ancient monument, this great 8th century earthwork was built to mark the boundary between what would become England and Wales.

The whimsical twist of this spire was either caused by the Devil, an unexpected virgin, or lead.

A mysterious crater-like pond has a spooky tendency to empty and fill with complete disregard to rainfall patterns.