Natural landmarks · East of England
Scott's Grotto
In or near Hunsdon.
Scott's Grotto — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.
Jim Osley — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ware · 0.4 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Scott's Grotto is a other located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Scott’s Grotto is a unique historical site featuring a series of rooms and passages adorned with shells and fossils. Built in the 1760s by poet John Scott, it offers visitors a glimpse into its original design and structure, preserved for public appreciation.
Place summary
Scott's Grotto is a historical grotto located in Ware, London (postcode SG12). It is known for its intricate design and construction, reflecting the 18th-century landscape gardening style. The grotto is a designated Grade II listed structure, illustrating the era's fascination with naturalistic garden features.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8067, -0.0335
- County
- Hertfordshire
- District
- East Hertfordshire
- Parish
- Ware
- Postcode
- SG12 9JQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hertford and Stortford
- Nearest railway station
- Ware — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Saturdays and Bank Holiday Mondays 2.00pm–4.30pm; 1st April to 30th September
- Official site
- scotts-grotto.org
Sources
- osm: way/1286925932 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Scott's Grotto?
- Scott's Grotto is in Hertfordshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode SG12 9JQ), in the parish of Ware.
- What is Scott's Grotto?
- Scott's Grotto — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Scott's Grotto?
- The nearest railway station is Ware, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode SG12 9JQ.
- Is Scott's Grotto free to visit?
- Yes, Scott's Grotto is free to enter.
- How do I get to Scott's Grotto?
- The nearest railway station is Ware, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SG12 9JQ.