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Scott's Grotto

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๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Little hidden gem. Only there 30mins as not that larger space. But what is there is well Iโ€™m not sure how to describe? Bit spooky in places (given torch to walk round with) turned torch offโ€ฆโ€ฆ dark. And I mean blackness. Just very strange but pretty at same time. Where do you get that many shells? T... People often mention visit, torch, volunteers, worth,


Address

28/34 Scotts Rd, Ware SG12 9JQ, United Kingdom

Website

www.scotts-grotto.org

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (142 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Rob 2 years ago on Google
    Little hidden gem. Only there 30mins as not that larger space. But what is there is well Iโ€™m not sure how to describe? Bit spooky in places (given torch to walk round with) turned torch offโ€ฆโ€ฆ dark. And I mean blackness. Just very strange but pretty at same time. Where do you get that many shells? The staff friendly (even when rain was coming down on them) and so helpful. Thank you
    4 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Mark B. 10 months ago on Google
    I've been meaning to visit this place for many years, and I finally managed it on Saturday. What a place!! Lined with flint & seashells made into various patterns. Tunnels leading off to round chambers dug underground. Apart from the last chamber, there is no lighting. However, the volunteers will lend you a torch. There is also a summer house with prints on the walls, showing what the area was like when the grotto was built. There are no toilets or cafes. Some of the footpaths are steep. Parking is on the residential streets outside. Open every Saturday & Bank Holidays, April to September. Admission ยฃ2.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 3/5 Samantha Z. 5 years ago on Google
    Pretty interesting place. The volunteers who run it really know the history and show passion in its telling. Bit of an odd thing to someone to build but worth a walk round if you're in the area. If you have claustrophobia, I wouldn't recommend as the tunnels are small and you only have a torch to guide you until you hit the larger rooms. There's also a summer house to look at. It takes 5-10 minutes to walk around it.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 T C. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place to visit and explore. The grotto is great and there are lots of wonderful shells and details to look at. Guides were very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the numerous families, shrieking children and teenagers who seemed to think the grotto was their personal adventure playground rather spoilt the atmosphere. It's only ยฃ1 entry, but a bit of consideration for others costs nothing.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Nicole M. 1 year ago on Google
    A hidden gem. Highly recommend a visit to Scottโ€™s Grotto. Donโ€™t forget your torch. Easy to park nearby.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Robert C. 1 year ago on Google
    Although technically the size of an average garden this place was amazing. Staffed by volunteers and open mainly at weekend it was a great place to visit. The grotto hewn out of limestone was brilliant and for a couple of quid we'll worth a visit.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Iain W. 6 months ago on Google
    Fantastic little grotto dating from Circa1760. 99% still original, some nice Chambers in the cave with decorative shells. Gardens nice with a little summer house. Staff knowledgeable and helpful. All for ยฃ2 each. We'll worth it to help keep history alive.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Anaรฏs M. 4 years ago on Google
    Very interesting and interactive little heritage place to visit.

  • 5/5 Josiah W. 6 months ago on Google
    Wonderful little gem tucked away up a hill in Ware. Friendly and knowledgeable volunteers on hand to help and share their expertise. Only open in summer and on weekends, but definitely worth the visit. Very cheap entry fee :))

  • 5/5 Francesca L. 6 months ago on Google
    Well worth a visit. Very inspiring and staff very friendly and informative.

  • 5/5 Cathy F. 6 months ago on Google
    An amazing little Gem in Ware; historical, unique, pretty and interesting for all ages! Take a sound pair of shoes as the ground can be a little uneven. Take a torch too!

  • 5/5 Richard B. 9 months ago on Google
    Amazing place to visit. The staff were so knowledgeable and friendly, it made the trip really enjoyable for my son and I.

  • 5/5 Chloe M. 8 months ago on Google
    Beautiful little hidden gem! Nice to walk around the Grotto on a hot day, could happily sit in their for hours with a book (and torch)

  • 5/5 Robert B. 9 months ago on Google
    Great free place to visit if you're in the area.

  • 5/5 Benite W. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing little gem hidden away in Ware. I have to say i like of course as im a trustee on the charity that owns it :)

  • 4/5 Alistair M. 5 years ago on Google
    Small but intriguing, a cool and welcome respite on a hot day. Will entertain kids for 30 minutes. Cheap entry.

  • 5/5 Sallyann G. 1 year ago on Google
    A unique place, only open on Saturdays but we'll worth making time for

  • 5/5 Michelle W. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful & amazing place to visit. Well done to all the volunteers that keep this place maintained & the gardens beautiful

  • 5/5 Tracey H. 1 year ago on Google
    One of Ware's hidden secrets, the children love going through the tunnels and looking at the shells. Make sure you take a torch with you, although thry do have some spares

  • 5/5 Alan G. 1 year ago on Google
    What a little gem of a place. Run by lovely volunteers who really know their stuff and want to share their knowledge with you. Its a unique and fascinating little place to explore on a Saturday. The volunteer on the gate even gave us a first rate tea room recommendation that turned out to be spot on.


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