The wooden grave marker of a railroad worker who died in a freak whirlwind.

Soak up some local history in this restored Edwardian era swimming pool.

This natural history collection contains the bones of a circus elephant that seem to be chasing a whale skeleton.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ancient Egyptian wigs, South American feather headdresses, a bounty of anthropological artifacts in Oxford.

A little piece of Oxford's overlooked industrial heritage.

At just 51 feet and 10 inches long, it's the shortest street in England.

This preserved puppy was an adorable beacon of charity.

These grandstands are among the oldest continuously used stands in the world.

Originally meant to hold a statue of King William IV, this support sat empty for years. Today, it hosts a rotating cast of public artwork.

The broken skateboards that became a poignant memorial to a murdered skater.

This aging storage facility is the world's largest brick warehouse.

Mysteriously stacked storefront paths give this medieval British town an iconic style like none other.

A 168-foot tower, part of the abandoned Chester Leadworks facility.

A labyrinth hides in plain sight at each of the city's 270 Tube stations.

A naturally mummified 2,000-year-old man.

Six ravens are kept captive (but well-fed) at the Tower of London to prevent the fall of the Crown.

Mary Kelly was last seen here before she was murdered by Jack the Ripper.

Scattered throughout London are ancient remnants of the city's former bounding wall.