Scott's Grotto
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Interesting visit. The grotto is lined with shells and has a long history. It is free to visit but a donation is suggested. Before you visit check that it is open as it is run by volunteers and is only open on certain dates. You need to be quite mobile to visit as the steps are steep.
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A little gem of a place
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A little bit of history tucked in the suburbs.
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One of thoes special little places you find by accident.
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Wonderful and amazingly extensive incorporating brilliant range of shells. Dry and well ventilated with seating in main chamber. Great to cool on a hot day but unfortunately only open Saturdays. Summer house as well.
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Visited here a couple of times as it is a great little place to take visitors to. The grotto is situated on a residential road and it is tucked away so you wouldn't notice it immediately from the roadside. Fascinating piece of history and great to hear the story behind it. It is pitch black inside parts of the grotto so don't forget your torch. For those who don't like enclosed spaces - it is only a short walk before the grotto opens up into a central area. Takes around 20 minutes to look around, if you stop and admire the shell wall art and some of the hidden gems including quirky items and messages. Also worth walking up the steps to the lovely summer house. Great that this attraction has been maintained and donations are welcomed so that this can continue. We combined this with a trip to Ware for lunch. Not suitable for those who have problems with mobility.
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this is a most unusual place, saved from demolition only a few years ago and restored to its former glory. As you visit take the path left and up the steps to the Summer House, small roundhouse perched on the hill above Ware town. Take the right turn down the steps to the Grotto, you need a torch to see all but the main entrance. Inside there is a series of tunnels lined with local stone, and sea shells from the far east. These tunnels open out into chambers again lined with stone and shells. It is not very large, but, there is no crouching or bending down and is suitable for most people to view (I have a stiff leg and found getting round easy) Allow about half an hour, its very close to the town centre with its riverside walks etc. There is a guide on hand to tell you the history. Note though check opening as I believe its only Saturdays and Bank holiday monads, afternoons only.
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Lovely place & well informed and helpful staff
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Beautiful grotto, it's small but free so totally worth it if you're around when it's open.
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this little old gem was very nearly demolished, and only saved at the last minute. Carved out of the chalk and decorated with tropical shells a secret retreat for those able to cope with the steps and uneven ground. Take a torch, wear sensible shoes, and listen to the guide, and wonder at its creation.
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Very interesting and very dark and spooky
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Visited with our Cub Pack. Very informative and fun. You have to book visits.
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This little gem is in between a row of houses and consists of a quirky cave like structure that is highly decorated with shells and stones.
You need a torch to navigate the short route. It can be a tad claustrophobic.
I think it would have been a magical and highly atmospheric experience had it not been for a inconsiderate parent bellowing for her child. I went back again hoping they had gone but Max was still running around dominating the small space.
Don't be put off by my experience. Although this is a short diversion, it has a sort of fairy-tale quality and I don't think they left the noisy child in there.
You need a torch to navigate the short route. It can be a tad claustrophobic.
I think it would have been a magical and highly atmospheric experience had it not been for a inconsiderate parent bellowing for her child. I went back again hoping they had gone but Max was still running around dominating the small space.
Don't be put off by my experience. Although this is a short diversion, it has a sort of fairy-tale quality and I don't think they left the noisy child in there.
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Kids loved it. The stewards there are very helpful. Mini adventure!
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A lovely countryside public house & a restaurant with delicious meals we had Sunday Roast last week which was first class. It was such lovely weather we were able to sit outside.
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Wonderful, eccentric tourist attraction a few minutes walk from Ware town centre
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Awesome little place to spend and hour. Take a torch and Wear sensible footwear as it can be a bit uneven in places. Not suitable for a buggy or unsteady toddlers unless you plan to carry them.
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Such a quaint little place but big on history. Knowledgeable and friendly guide. Something very quirky and unusual worth a look if you're in the local area x
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This is tucked away in a street and you wouldn't even know it was there. The grotto is covered in shells obtained from all around the world and used to decorate the walls and wow it is so different. The entry is suggested £1 for adults kids free. It is well worth it. Take a torch as the grotto is deceptively large and very dark in places. You also get to visit the restored summer house...give it a go.
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This is a fascinating folly built by the Quaker poet John Scott. Take a torch and make your way along the tunnels. Enjoy the "Council Chamber". Visit the summer house.
Only open from April to September. Special visits can be arranged.
Only open from April to September. Special visits can be arranged.
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The Grotto is only open on Saturdays, best to phone Ware Museum for opening times. Really different, well worth a visit.
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Cool little grotto
Well worth a visit
Helpful staff...answer all your questions
Well worth a visit
Helpful staff...answer all your questions
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Scott's Grotto, built for the Quaker poet, John Scott, is a local marvel. The biggest grotto in Britain, it is an unusual place well worth a visit.
Inside, it is dark, cool and mysterious, with haunting echoes and unexpected shadows.
It's fun for children to explore with their torches, but one can also sit in a nook and turn off the torch to meditate and enjoy the dark.
Check the website for opening-times. It's not open for long or very often.
Inside, it is dark, cool and mysterious, with haunting echoes and unexpected shadows.
It's fun for children to explore with their torches, but one can also sit in a nook and turn off the torch to meditate and enjoy the dark.
Check the website for opening-times. It's not open for long or very often.
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Fascinating curiosity, great for kids and adults alike.
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Interesting little place to visit once but you don't need very long so wouldn't make a day of it ten minutes should suffice. Difficult to find on residential side street and seems to have erratic opening times so best to check in advance of travel as I had been trying to see it for years but never seemed to be open when I was passing. Anyhow glad I went
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