The 19 most idyllic British landmarks you should visit in your lifetime

The UK is full of natural and historic landmarks that are worthy of recognition.

But visiting many of them can be an unpleasant experience, thanks to hordes of tourists clutching guidebooks and taking selfies.

That's why we've ranked 19 of the most idyllic British landmarks that you can enjoy in relative solitude, from coastal retreats to abandoned castles.

Here are our top 19: