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Shell Grotto, Margate

#9 among attractions in Margate

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Shell Grotto

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Elevation: 43 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 51°23'16"N, 1°23'22"E
Address

33 Grotto HillMargate CT9 2BU United Kingdom

Contact
+44 1843 220008
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Day trips

Shell Grotto – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dreamland Margate, Turner Contemporary, Scenic Railway Roller Coaster, Margate Old Town.

  • dreamland margate0.5 miW
  • turner contemporary margate0.4 miNW
  • scenic railway roller coaster margate0.5 miW
  • margate old town~1790 ftW
  • the lighthouse bar margate location map
    0.5 miNW
  • walpole bay hotel museum margate0.7 miNE
  • strokes adventure golf margate1 miW
  • drapers mill margate0.6 miS
  • lovelys gallery margate0.4 miE
  • margate arts club0.5 miE
  • hartsdown park margate0.9 miSW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Shell Grotto open?

Shell Grotto is open:
  • Monday closed
  • Tuesday closed
  • Wednesday closed
  • Thursday closed
  • Friday 11 am - 4 pm
  • Saturday 11 am - 4 pm
  • Sunday 11 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Shell Grotto?

Nearby attractions include Margate Old Town, Margate (9 min walk), Turner Contemporary, Margate (11 min walk), Lovelys Gallery, Margate (12 min walk), Margate Arts Club, Margate (13 min walk).

How to get to Shell Grotto by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shell Grotto:

Bus
  • Edith Court • Lines: 32 (3 min walk)
  • Wilderness Hill • Lines: 32 (4 min walk)

Train
  • Margate (20 min walk)

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