📜 Subterranean grotto discovered in 1835, featuring 2,000 sq ft of mosaics made from 4.6 million shells.
🔍 Its origins are a mystery, with theories ranging from ancient Pagan site to Regency folly.
✨ Unique, intricate shell mosaics
🧐 Historical mystery and debate about its creation
👨👩👧👦 Local tourist attraction since 1837
♿ Not wheelchair accessible, uneven terrain
🔦 Low lighting in some areas
🅿️ Limited parking on a steep road
🎟️ Group visits require pre-booking
📖 Large-print guides and torches available for visually impaired
💰 Adults £4.50, Concessions £4, Children £2, Family £10.
🕒 Open daily Easter-Halloween and school holidays 10am-5pm; Winter Thursday-Sunday 11am-4pm; check website for Christmas.
🛍️ Gift shop and café on site
🐕 Guide and assistance dogs welcome in grotto; other dogs welcome in shop/café
Last updated 8 days ago
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