Scott's Grotto
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Fantastically decorated underground chambers built in the 1760s by Quaker poet John Scott, featuring six interconnected chambers extending over 20 meters into a chalk hillside.

šŸ“œ Grade I listed shell grotto with six interconnected chambers.
šŸ” Built in the 1760s by John Scott, extending 20m into a chalk hillside.

Why Go

šŸš Unique underground chambers decorated with shells, flint, and glass.
šŸ“š Explore a historic 18th-century garden decoration.
šŸŒ³ Discover the nearby Grade II* listed summerhouse and gardens.

Why Avoid

ā™æ Not fully accessible due to steps, limited mobility access.
šŸ”¦ Unlit grotto, a torch is needed.

Tips

šŸ‘Ÿ Flat shoes recommended.

Cost

šŸ’° Adults Ā£2.00, children free.

Hours

šŸ•’ Saturdays and Bank Holiday Mondays, April 1st to September 30th, 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM.

Contact

šŸ“§ info@scotts-grotto.org
šŸ“ž 01920 464131

Address

šŸ“ Between 28 and 34 Scotts Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12, United Kingdom.

Last updated 9 days ago

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