British Isles

A collection of 45 places curated by Keegan German

Places in this collection

  1. St Rule's Tower

    attraction

    The Pends, St Andrews KY16 9QL, United Kingdom

    Climb for panoramic views of St Andrews.

    St Rule's TowerView on Google Maps

  2. Old Course

    activity

    W Sands Rd, St Andrews KY16 9XL, United Kingdom

    World's oldest golf course.

    Old CourseView on Google Maps

  3. Knockma

    attraction

    Castlehacket, Belclare, Co. Galway, Ireland

    A mythical site associated with Queen Maeve, a figure in Irish lore, described as a fairy queen and goddess. The burial site is covered in heavy stones and guarded by thorny bushes.

    KnockmaView on Google Maps

  4. Puzzlewood

    attraction

    Perrygrove Rd, Coleford GL16 8QB, United Kingdom

    Ancient woodland that inspired J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth, filming location for Harry Potter, Star Wars, and Merlin, £9.90 adults / £8.50 children, no dogs or drones allowed, wear walking boots

    PuzzlewoodView on Google Maps

  5. West Sands Beach

    attraction

    United Kingdom

    Famous beach for strolling.

    West Sands BeachView on Google Maps

  6. Fortingall Yew Tree

    attraction

    2 Kirkton Cottages, Fortingall, Aberfeldy PH15 2LL, United Kingdom

    One of the oldest living organisms in Europe, estimated to be over 5,000 years old. Once a massive single trunk, it has gradually fragmented over centuries due to natural decay and human damage. Located in a quiet churchyard, it has silently witnessed millennia of human history.

    Fortingall Yew TreeView on Google Maps

  7. Dinas Emrys

    attraction

    Beddgelert, Caernarfon LL55, United Kingdom

    Site of a foundational Welsh legend involving two dragons, with ruins of a 12th-century medieval tower and spectacular views. The walk features enchanting woodlands and waterfalls.

    Dinas EmrysView on Google Maps

  8. St Andrews Cathedral

    attraction

    The Pends, St Andrews KY16 9QL, United Kingdom

    Dramatic ruins, once the religious heart of Scotland.

    St Andrews CathedralView on Google Maps

  9. Blarney Castle & Gardens

    attraction

    Blarney, Cork, Ireland

    Visit the Rock Close gardens, featuring the Witch's Kitchen, Wishing Steps, Druid's Cave, and Poison Garden, for a magical Celtic folklore experience.

    Blarney Castle & GardensView on Google Maps

  10. Blarney Stone

    attraction

    Blarney, Cork, T23 Y598, Ireland

    The famous stone at Blarney Castle that people visit.

    Blarney StoneView on Google Maps

  11. Buchanan Castle

    attraction

    Glasgow G63 0HX, United Kingdom

    Abandoned grand mansion built in 1852 in Scottish Baronial Style, reclaimed by nature. It served as a military hospital during WWII and briefly held Rudolf Hess. The roof was removed in the 1950s.

    Buchanan CastleView on Google Maps

  12. Gormanston Castle

    attraction

    Co. Meath, Ireland

    A 300-year-old yew tree tunnel, planted in the 17th or 18th century, forming a living corridor with branches fused overhead. The tunnel appears architectural due to the trees' growth and fusion.

    Gormanston CastleView on Google Maps

  13. The Yew Walk (Huntington Castle), Co. Carlow

    attraction

    Huntington Castle, Huntington, Clonegall, Co. Carlow, Y21 K237, Ireland

    Features a yew walk, representing a style of formal estate gardening that required decades of pruning and centuries of preservation.

    The Yew Walk (Huntington Castle), Co. CarlowView on Google Maps

  14. Muckross Abbey

    attraction

    Muckross, Co. Kerry, Ireland

    Features ancient yew trees, representing a style of formal estate gardening that required decades of pruning and centuries of preservation.

    Muckross AbbeyView on Google Maps

  15. Lud's Church

    attraction

    Buxton SK17 0SU, United Kingdom

    A hidden gorge believed to be a secret place of worship, potentially sheltering outlaws like Robin Hood.

    Lud's ChurchView on Google Maps

  16. Eryri National Park (Snowdonia)

    activity

    United Kingdom

    A magical area featuring Aber Falls and Lake Vrynwy.

    Eryri National Park (Snowdonia)View on Google Maps

  17. St Edward's Church

    attraction

    2 Crossways House the Square, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cheltenham GL54 1AB, United Kingdom

    Ancient yew-framed doors said to have inspired Tolkien's Doors of Durin, resembling something from Moria.

    St Edward's ChurchView on Google Maps

  18. Chee Dale Stepping Stones

    attraction

    Peak District National Park, Monsal Trail, Buxton SK17 8TD, United Kingdom

    Magical stepping stones located within a dramatic limestone gorge.

    Chee Dale Stepping StonesView on Google Maps

  19. Dunvegan Castle & Gardens

    attraction

    MacLeod Estate, Dunvegan House, Dunvegan, Isle of Skye IV55 8WF, UK

    The gardens are worth rearranging your trip for; the forested canopy paths are a favorite place.

    Dunvegan Castle & GardensView on Google Maps

  20. Edinbane Pottery

    shop

    Edinbane, Portree IV51 9PW

    Handmade ceramics from a kind owner who offers shipping; pieces are still used years later.

    Edinbane PotteryView on Google Maps