OPEN THURS-SUN, 11.00-4.00
 

PRE-BOOKING ADVISED

£4.50 ADULT

£4 CONCESSION

£2 CHILD

£10 FAMILY

SHELL GROTTO

GROTTO HILL
MARGATE
Kent, CT9 2BU

PLEASE NOTE

At busy times - such as weekends and school holidays - we are often only able to accommodate pre-bookings. If you wish to guarantee entry you should book tickets.
 

2000 SQFT OF MOSAIC,

4.6 MILLION SHELLS,

70 FT OF TUNNELS

DISCOVER

HISTORY OF THE SHELL GROTTO

The Grotto's discovery in 1835 came as a complete surprise to the people of Margate... debate has raged about the Grotto's origins ever since.

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SUPPORT

CONSERVATION
PROGRAMMES

Learn about our continuing efforts to protect this unique Grade I listed site and find out more about how you can get involved and support us.

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JOIN

BECOME A
FRIEND

Gain unlimited free entry to the Grotto and receive invitations to exclusive Friends' events such as tours, talks and performances.
What are you waiting for?​

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