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Home > Heritage > Scott's Grotto

Scott's Grotto

By Caroline King - August 30, 2009Posted in : Heritage

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When: Every Saturday & Bank Holiday Monday (from April until the end of September)

Where: Ware, Hertfordshire

£: Free (donations welcomed)

What is it?

The Grotto belonged to an 18th Century poet called John Scott.  Scott’s Grotto is a series of interconnected chambers, extending 67ft into the chalk hillside.  The chambers and tunnels are lined with shells, flints and coloured pieces of glass.  Grab a torch, some sensible shoes and have a look around this unusual listed building.

More info: Scott’s Grotto

Tagged With: East, Hertfordshire, Historical building, Scott's Grotto, Ware

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