Britain's oldest miniature railway.

These ancient ruins were the final resting place of King Henry II's mistress.

The remnants of this unusual bridge await an uncertain fate.

This centuries-old pub boasts a collection of more than 4,500 snippets of neckties from around the world.

A 26-foot shark sculpture—a statement about bombs—set off a municipal battle royale.

This tiny watering hole claims to have the smallest bar counter in Europe.

The small bright red pillar survived the 1996 Manchester bombing virtually unscathed.

A tiny, hidden alleyway dedicated to the father of meteorology.

An obscure walkway dedicated to a scientist who helped pave the way for the world to sit up and take notice of Manchester.

Two of the most notable names in automobile history are commemorated at the place where they're said to have first met.

The house in the middle of the motorway.

The longest cutting on the M62 contains some surprises—though it's best to leave the motorway to appreciate them.

This rare aquatic phenomenon is one of the more accessible tidal bores in Morecambe Bay.

Dedicated to the legendary comedian Eric Morecambe depicting his iconic "Bring Me Sunshine" stance.

World's largest working waterwheel has been around for over 150 years.

This unique rock formation has become a popular walking trail.

A 150-year-old steam locomotive crosses the southern half of the island daily.

A hundred copies of Antony Gormley's naked body stare out across the water.

Much of what constituted mid-century Liverpool now litters a beach outside of town.