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The burial chambers of Maeshowe are the greatest example of Stone Age architecture in Europe.

Magdalen College has some of the most hauntingly beautiful buildings in Oxford. Founded originally as Magdalen Hall in 1448 by the Bishop of Winchester, it was the first college in Oxford to teach science and continues to dominate the city today. It's spacious grounds - over one hundred acres - include woodlands, riverside walks and a deer park.

Experience the weight of history by visiting the place where the Magna Carta, arguably the most significant document in our political history, was signed.

If you're a fan of military genius and stories of gory battles, Maiden Castle is a must see.

Completed by architect Alfred Waterhouse in 1877, Manchester Town Hall is a fine example of Victorian Gothic revival, featuring imposing murals by Ford Madox Brown.

Manderston is the greatest Edwardian country house in Scotland - the swan-song of its era.

With a great hall, chapel and turrets that are dotted with life size figures.

Set in 1000 acres of glorious parklands, Margam is home to a Tudor-Gothic style Victorian Mansion House and a 12th Century Chapter House.

A working library and centre of Socialist history.

The Mary Rose is the only 16th Century warship on display anywhere in the world. Check out the fascinating history behind Henry VIII's favourite vessel.