This work investigates the architectural oddities and eccentric structures scattered across the British landscape through an alphabetical survey. Lucinda Lambton, a noted architectural historian and broadcaster, utilizes her research from a BBC television series to document these overlooked sites. The book presents a curated collection of historical curiosities, ranging from functional buildings to elaborate follies, to provide a unique perspective on the nation's built environment.

The text serves as a specialized guide for those interested in the idiosyncratic side of British architectural history. Its focus on the obscure and the unusual provides a distinct, scholarly yet accessible look at structures that often escape mainstream historical documentation.