Scotts Grotto
Scotts Grotto
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SBJHBarnet
Barnet, UK226 bidrag
sep. 2024 • Par
Have known about Scott’s Grotto for many years but limited public opening hours has precluded a visit until now when a free Satuday arose for us to visit Ware. This was the last chance to visit in the 2024 summer opening season.
Was not sure what to expect but the restored grotto with summer house above is very impressive and unusual. It is all that remains of Amwell House which was originally the home of Quaker poet, landscape gardener and writer John Scott and his parents. The rest of the site of the former Amwell House now consists of housing development but the grotto was saved from destruction and restored in 1991. It is largely unlit and visitors should bring a powerful torch as those available from the friendly volunteers on site are somewhat underwhelming!
Accesses within the site are quite precipitous with rough-hewn flint steps without handrails, retaine unaltered because of the “Listed” status of the Grotto. Not suitable for anyone with severe balance problems and best visited in dry weather.
Beautifully decorated and formed, with amazing hand-dug inter-connecting tunnels . Don't miss the beautiful Summer House above, with even more steps to negotiate carefully!
Very modest admission charges levied to visit a really unusual attraction and potential income opportunities from souvenirs etc have yet to be exploited.
Was not sure what to expect but the restored grotto with summer house above is very impressive and unusual. It is all that remains of Amwell House which was originally the home of Quaker poet, landscape gardener and writer John Scott and his parents. The rest of the site of the former Amwell House now consists of housing development but the grotto was saved from destruction and restored in 1991. It is largely unlit and visitors should bring a powerful torch as those available from the friendly volunteers on site are somewhat underwhelming!
Accesses within the site are quite precipitous with rough-hewn flint steps without handrails, retaine unaltered because of the “Listed” status of the Grotto. Not suitable for anyone with severe balance problems and best visited in dry weather.
Beautifully decorated and formed, with amazing hand-dug inter-connecting tunnels . Don't miss the beautiful Summer House above, with even more steps to negotiate carefully!
Very modest admission charges levied to visit a really unusual attraction and potential income opportunities from souvenirs etc have yet to be exploited.
Skrevet 15. oktober 2024
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natalie_herts
Hertfordshire, UK28 bidrag
jul. 2024 • Par
A cute hidden gem, the staff are helpful and the entrance fee is so cheap. Lots of different chambers to visit and so much detail to see
Skrevet 26. juli 2024
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TiredTrotter
Hertfordshire, UK415 bidrag
aug. 2023 • Venner
A remarkable curiosity and a powerful reminder of what this part of England was once like before it was swallowed up by suburbia. The grotto itself is small and doesn’t take long to tour, but you might find yourself taking more time to hear expert commentary from the very knowledgeable and approachable guides, who I understand are volunteers. The gardens above are not exactly magnificent (and are nowadays flanked by rather unprepossessing houses), but they are quiet and pleasant, and contain both a roundhouse with paintings of the area in Scott’s time, and the remains of an old tree that he once cherished. An unusual and memorable experience to visit here.
Skrevet 23. august 2023
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Sharryayr
Bedfordshire, UK123 bidrag
apr. 2023 • Familie
We saw this online and thought we would check it out..
What a magical place this is! It doesn’t take very long to go around (10-15mins) but it really is worth it. If you are visiting Ware then do stop by.
What a magical place this is! It doesn’t take very long to go around (10-15mins) but it really is worth it. If you are visiting Ware then do stop by.
Skrevet 11. april 2023
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RJenkins
London, UK2 bidrag
jun. 2022
Alan was very informative, the grotto is truly something never seen and to think that it was built in the 1700s is remarkable. The shells do ad a certain sea side feeling to the grotto. It is truely magical.
Skrevet 5. juni 2022
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Dr. John Rudd
Ware, UK132 bidrag
mar. 2020 • Alene
I highly recommend you visit this very historic grotto.
It was built in the mid-eighteenth century at the then Amwell Manor which belonged to the Scott family.
It is the largest shell grotto in the UK.
Now in Scotts Road, houses we're built on the former Manor grounds in the 1960's.
The grotto is a Grade 1 listed building and was refurbished in 1991 and opened by Lord Montague.
It is now held by a Trust.
Well worth a visit, check opening times on it's website. Enjoy.
It was built in the mid-eighteenth century at the then Amwell Manor which belonged to the Scott family.
It is the largest shell grotto in the UK.
Now in Scotts Road, houses we're built on the former Manor grounds in the 1960's.
The grotto is a Grade 1 listed building and was refurbished in 1991 and opened by Lord Montague.
It is now held by a Trust.
Well worth a visit, check opening times on it's website. Enjoy.
Skrevet 17. mars 2020
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Chris D
Hertfordshire, UK23 bidrag
aug. 2019 • Familie
Scott’s Grotto is a hidden little Gem in the twin of Ware. The story behind its construction is fascinating..,. This place used to be unlit when I was a child visiting , however now there is lighting in the reception area and you still need a torch when venturing in to the tunnels. The place kept my 6 year old son entertained for hours... although it large in size you can spend between an hour and two in here and in the grounds.
Skrevet 9. oktober 2019
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Rlglenn652
Westcliff-on-Sea, UK121 bidrag
sep. 2019 • Par
What a wonderful place this is! It's small, but for a grotto it's a good size. It takes about 15 minutes to walk round, but make sure you sit down whilst inside and appreciate the history and work gone into this gem. A wonderful place!
Skrevet 21. september 2019
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ATC147
London, UK109 bidrag
aug. 2019
I took my two grandsons to the Grotto one afternoon. It is located in a small wood between houses. There are volunteers available to explain the history of the Grotto. The boys particularly liked wandering the underground passages with torches. I don't think they had any interest in the history they just enjoyed the adventure. This place would be of interest for anyone keen on local history, quirky places or ideas for garden ceramics. Ideal if you wish to pass 30 mins or so in tranquility.
Skrevet 3. september 2019
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Debra M
Redruth, UK228 bidrag
aug. 2019
I found this hidden gem after checking out Tripadvisor whilst pet-sitting in Ware. Absolutely incredible grotto. I was amazed by all the shells and stones which were incorporated into the design of the tunnels. There's some seats built into the chamber walls. I went round twice because I was so fascinated.
The two volunteers were very helpful and I learned about the history of this place.
The summerhouse is delightful and pictures on the wall show how it looked way before the housing estate was built! There would have been a beautiful view of Ware. Be sure to take a torch and £1 for the donation box. There's also history guides on sale if you wish to purchase them. Scotts Grotto is open on Saturday afternoons and Bank Holidays. Allow at least half an hour to look around.
The two volunteers were very helpful and I learned about the history of this place.
The summerhouse is delightful and pictures on the wall show how it looked way before the housing estate was built! There would have been a beautiful view of Ware. Be sure to take a torch and £1 for the donation box. There's also history guides on sale if you wish to purchase them. Scotts Grotto is open on Saturday afternoons and Bank Holidays. Allow at least half an hour to look around.
Skrevet 25. august 2019
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Is this suitable for 2 year olds?
Skrevet 28. juli 2021
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