Swan Upping

A 'Swan Upper' struggles with a swan on the River Thames during the annual Swan Upping census in Maidenhead, Berkshire.

"Swan Upping" dates from the 12th century when the crown claimed all the unowned mute swans in England to ensure a supply of meat for banquets and feasts.

Auditioning for the job of "Zombie"

Candidates wait in a cafe before auditioning for the job of "Zombie" at the London Bridge Experience visitor attraction in London July 28, 2009.

The successful candidate will have the role of scarring visitors in the tombs underneath the bridge, local media reported.

Witch at Wookey Hole Caves

Jobseekers wait to hear who has been selected for the role of a resident witch at Wookey Hole Caves on July 28, 2009 in Wells, England.

The Somerset tourist attraction is looking for a new witch to teach visitors about witchcraft and magic after its previous employee retired and it will come with a salary of 50,000 GBP pro rata. The job advert, which was advertised earlier this month, states that the successful applicant "must be able to cackle" and "must not be allergic to cats", and has recieved 2,319 applications as well as 23 letters of complaint from church or religious groups.

Legend has it that the caves were home to the Wookey Witch who was turned to stone by Father Bernard who had been appointed by the Abbott of Glastonbury to rid villagers of her curse.