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Edinburgh from Calton Hill, c1870. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. I". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
The Giants Causeway, c1870. Interlocking volcanic basalt columns at UNESCO World Heritage Site - the Giants Causeway, in County Antrim on the north coast of Northern Ireland
Eddystone Lighthouse, c1870. Smeatons lighthouse at Eddystone Rocks on the English Channel remained in use until 1877 when erosion of the rocks under the lighthouse caused it to shake whenever large
The Baptistery, Canterbury Cathedral, c1870. One of the oldest Christian structures in England rebuilt in Gothic style following a fire in 1174, Canterbury Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Berwick Bridge, c1870. Berwick Bridge on the River Tweed in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, England is Grade I listed and was built between 1611 and 1624
Honister Crag and Pass, c1870. Honister Crag a fell in the Lake District of Cumbria is a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Honister Pass has one of the steepest gradients in the area
Temple Lock, Near Marlow, c1870. Lock and weir on the Buckinghamshire bank of the River Thames built by Thames Navigation Commissioners in 1773
Hawthornden, c1870. Hawthornden Castle on the River North Esk in Midlothian, Scotland, a 15th-century ruin, with a 17th-century house. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol
Ross Castle (from "Picturesque Europe"), 1876. Creator: Josiah Wood WhymperRoss Castle (from "Picturesque Europe"), 1876. A new serial publication bearing this title has been commenced by Messrs. Cassell, Petter, and Galpin
In Shrinkle Bay, South Wales, c1870. Sea cliffs at Shrinkle Bay in Pembrokeshire, Wales. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
The Wye, from Chepstow Castle, c1870. Post-Roman stone fortification on the River Wye, construction began in 1067 under the Norman Lord William FitzOsbern, by the 1700s it had fallen into disrepair
The Torrent Walk, Dolgelly, c1870. Torrent Walk in Dolgellau follows the river Clywedog through its striking gorge. Originally
On the Lynn, c1870. The East Lyn river rises in Exmoor, Somerset and flows through the East Lyn Valley in Devon, the West Lyn joins the East Lyn at Lynmouth in Devon
Chepstow Castle, c1870. Post-Roman stone fortification on the River Wye, construction began in 1067 under the Norman Lord William FitzOsbern, by the 1700s it had fallen into disrepair
Fingals Cave, Staffa, c1870. Basalt sea cave on the uninhabited island of Staffa in Scotland, known by a poem by James Macpherson. In Irish mythology, Fingal is known as Fionn mac Cumhaill
Christ Church, from Merton Meadows, c1870. Spire of the University Church of St Mary the Virgin from Merton Field in Christ Church Meadow, Oxford, England
The Hall of Oriel, c1870. Oriel College, Oxford has original medieval foundations set by Adam de Brome, under patronage of Edward II. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol
The Linn of Dee, c1870. Linn of Dee on the river Dee, a natural rock gorge, favoured by Queen Victoria who in 1857 opened a bridge to span the river at this point
Glen Tilt, c1870. Marble of good quality is occasionally quarried in Glen Tilt, a valley in Perthshire, Scotland. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Rocks at Ilfracombe, c1870. Ilfracombe on the North Devon coast is a small harbour surrounded by cliffs. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Ulleswater, c1870. Second largest lake in the English Lake District and a popular tourist destination. Some say its name comes from the Nordic chief Ulf who ruled over the area
Craig-Dhu: From Above Kinguissie, c1870. Creag Dhubh mountain in the Cairngorm National Parknear Kingussie. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Stonebyres Falls, on the Clyde, near Lanark, c1870. Stonebyres Falls on the River Clyde in Scotland. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Ben Lomond and Inveruglas Isle, c1870. Ruins of a castle on Inveruglas Isle, a small uninhabited island within Loch Lomond, once home to the chiefs of the Clan MacFarlane
Langdale Pikes, c1870. Langdale Pikes are a known feature of Great Langdale valley in the Cumbrian Lake District. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Views In and About Cambridge, c1870. St Johns College (centre) and Wiltons mulberry Tree (centre top) in Cambridge University town, England. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol
Balmoral Castle, c1870. Balmoral Castle estate on the banks of the River Dee was purchased privately by Prince Albert, husband of Queen Victoria and enlarged by architect William Smith
The South Porch, Gloucester Cathedral, c1870. South porch of Gloucester Cathedral, a Perpendicular Gothic entrance to the Norman nucleus rebuilt by Ealdred, Bishop of Worcester in 1058
The Town Hall, Exeter, c1870. Exeter Guildhall on the high street in Exeter has an elaborate facade added in 1590s, the interior was extensively restored in the 19th century
The Western Doorway, Rochester Cathedral, c1870. Rochester Cathedral built by Gundulf from 1080, and later remodelled is a Grade I listed building
Wordsworths Grave, c1870. English Romantic poet William Wordsworth is buried in the churchyard at St Oswalds Church, Grasmere. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Inverness, c1870. Bridge over the River Ness with view of the city of Inverness in Scotland. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
The Minster and the Gates of York, c1870. York City Walls originally built c71 AD by the Romans, now date from medieval 12th-14th century
Tomb of the Black Prince, Canterbury Cathedral, c1870. Tomb of Edward the Black Prince, one of the greatest knights of his age in Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Bell Harry Tower, Canterbury Cathedral, c1870. Bell Harry Tower designed by John Wastell and completed in 1498 at Canterbury Cathedral
The Precinct Gate, Canterbury, c1870. Christchurch Gate, a Norman gateway built in 1517 under Prior Thomas Goldstone in the city walls of Canterbury
Neidpath Castle, c1870. Tower house on the River Tweed in the Borders of Scotland, most likely built between 1263 and 1266
The King of the Border. c1870The " King of the Border". c1870. Capon Oak Tree in the Scottish Borders of Jedburgh, one of the last surviving trees of ancient Jedforest
Fernichurst Castle, c1870. Ferniehirst Castle in the Scottish Borders, ancient seat of the Clan Kerr was built c1470, occupied by English forces in 1547 during the Rough Wooing
Jedburgh Abbey, c1870. Augustinian abbey founded in 12th century in the Scootish Borders at Jedburgh. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
The Stack Rocks, c1870. Stack Rocks, a small island in Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
The Nab Cottage, c1870. Nab Cottage overlooks Rydal Water a small lake in the English Lake District of Cumbria, was once home to Thomas de Quincey and Hartley Coleridge
In the Pass of Glencoe, c1870. Glen Coe in the Highlands of Scotland was scene of the Massacre of Glencoe in 1692. The Glen is named after the River Coe which runs through it
Kelso Abbey, c1870. Ruined Scottish abbey in Kelso, Scotland founded by Tironensian monks in the 12th century under reign of Alexander I
Norham Castle, c1870. Norham Castle in Northumberland, England, on the River Tweed is Grade I listed and being on the borders, saw action during the wars between England and Scotland
An Iron-Bound Coast, c1870. Steep sea cliffs in Pembrokeshire, Wales. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
Brantwood, Coniston. - Residence of Mr. Ruskin, c1870. Grade II listed historic house overlooking Coniston Water in Cumbria, England, dedicated to John Ruskin, one of its final owners
Trinity College Avenue, Cambridge, c1870. Trinity College, Cambridge was founded by Henry VIII in 1546. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
The Bent Cliff (West Coast of Ireland), c1870. Geology spire erosion in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Carrick-A-Rede, c1870. Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge in County Antrim, Northern Ireland links the mainland with the island of Carrickarede above the Atlantic Ocean
One Mans Pass, Donegal, c1870" One Mans Pass", Donegal, c1870. Narrow ridge of One Mans Pass in Slieve League, Donegal, Ireland. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
At Tenby, c1870. Spire of St Marys church in Tenby, Pembrokeshire, Wales. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
Street in Dartmouth, c1870. In 1864-1867 Higher Street in Dartmouth was widened into Southtown. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
The Bridges, St. Johns College, c1870. The Kitchen Bridge built 1709-11 by Robert Grumbold and the Bridge of Sighs across the River Cam at St Johns College, Cambridge
Carrigan Head, c1870. Signal Tower at Carrigan Head on the Slieve League cliffs above the Atlantic ocean in Donegal, Ireland. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Killala, c1870. The round tower of Killala, County Mayo, Ireland, preserves the reputation of the village as an historic ecclesiastical centre
Rocks at Ross. (Near Kilkee, Ireland), c1870. Natural Bridge of Ross at Kilkee on the Atlantic coast in Ireland. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
George Inn, Glastonbury, c1870. Built in the late 15th century to accommodate visitors to Glastonbury Abbey, designated as Grade I listed
A Peep through the Gateway, Chepstow Castle, c1870. Construction of Chepstow Castle on the River Wye in Monmouthshire, Wales began in 1067 under William FitzOsbern, the ruins are Grade I listed
Caves at Tenby, c1870. Tenby is a seaside town in Pembrokeshire, Wales on Carmarthen Bay. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
On the Dart, near Totnes, c1870. The River Dart in Devon becomes tidal at Totnes. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
Bridge at Queens College, c1870. Mathematical Bridge on the River Cam at Queens College, Cambridge designed by William Etheridge, and built by James Essex in 1749, rebuilt in 1866 and in 1905
Bamborough Castle, c1870. In the 17th century, financial difficulties led to the castle deteriorating, it was restored by various owners during 18th and 19th centuries
St. Peters Hospital, Bristol, c1870. St Peters Hospital, Bristol was behind St Peters church until it was destroyed in the Bristol Blitz in 1940
Temple Street, Bristol, c1870. Temple Church, a ruined church in Redcliffe, Bristol, scene of the exorcism of George Lukins conducted by Methodist and Anglican clergy in 1788
Sir Richard Steeles House, near Caermarthen (The White House), c1870. Sir Richard Steeles House at Llangunnor near Carmarthen, in Wales. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol
London Bridge, Torquay, c1870" London Bridge", Torquay, c1870. Natural arch on the English Channel and coast of Torquay in Devon, England. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Penrhyn Slate Quarries, c1870. At the end of the 19th century, Penrhyn Quarry near Bethesda in Wales was the worlds largest slate quarry
Dorothy Vernons Postern, c1870. Side entrance at Haddon Hall in Derbyshire, one seat of the Duke of Rutland. In 1563, heiress Dorothy Vernon married John Manners, a legend grew they had eloped
Archway, Kenilworth Castle, c1870. Kenilworth Castle was a ruin during the 18th and 19th centuries used as a farm popularised in Victorian imagination by Sir Walter Scott
Carreg Cennen Castle, c1870. Carreg Cennen Castle on a limestone precipice in the Brecon Beacons above the River Cennen in Carmarthenshire, Wales
Bonchurch, c1870. Old St Boniface Church in Bonchurch, a small village to the east of Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, dates from the 11th century
View from Castle Dinas Bran, c1870. View of the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct from Dinas Bran, a medieval castle above Llangollen in Denbighshire, Wales built c1260s by Gruffydd Maelor II
Gateway into the Garden at St. John s, c1870. The garden at St Johns College, Oxford, founded in 1555 by Sir Thomas White. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Staircase to Carisbrook Keep, c1870. Charles I was imprisoned at Carisbrooke Castle on the Isle of Wight, prior to his trial. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
The Bass Rock, c1870. Uninhabited volcanic island in the Firth of Forth, Scotland. According to legend, the island is said to have been a gift from King Malcolm III of Scotland to the Lauder family
View from the Entrance to Shanklin Chine, c1870. Shanklin Chine a wooded coastal ravine in the town of Shanklin, on the Isle of Wight became one of the earliest tourist attractions during
Near Braemar, c1870. Braemar in Aberdeenshire, Scotland on the River Dee. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
Mumbles Rocks and Lighthouse, near Swansea, c1870. Mumbles Lighthouse on a headland of Swansea Bay in Wales was built in the 1790s. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II"
Countess Weir, near Exeter, c1870. Countess Wear on the River Exe in Devon. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. II". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
Pont Aberglaslyn, c1870. Bridge over the Afon Glaslyn in Gwynedd, Wales built c17th century and Grade II listed. Local folklore suggests it was built by the devil or the Romans
Off Tantalion, c1870. Shipwreck on the rocks below Tantallon Castle on the Firth of Forth in East Lothian, Scotland. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. I"
The Courtyard, Haddon Hall, c1870. Haddon Hall in Derbyshire, seat of the Duke of Rutland. In 1563, heiress Dorothy Vernon married John Manners, a legend grew they had eloped
Middleton Dale, c1870. Limestone cliffs in Middleton Dale, Derbyshire Peak District. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol. I". [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London, c1870]
