Pope's Grotto — Attraction in London

Pope's Grotto Heritage building in Twickenham, England

I visited the Pope's Grotto today on Sunday 17th August 2025 for the first time. I enjoyed the interesting talk at the beginning. I thought it was interesting that the Pope's Grotto has a piece of The Giants Causeway in it. I went to The Giants Causeway in Northern Ireland in 2019. ❤️

About Pope's Grotto

Alexander Pope's Grotto is the last remaining part of his villa, which he built in 1720 on the banks of the Thames at Twickenham. Demolished in 1808, the villa was replaced and the property became the subject of much redevelopment over the following 200 years.

Alexander Pope's Grotto is a remaining icon of one of Twickenham's most celebrated residents. It enjoys a magnetic attraction because of his enduring reputation as a poet. This relic of his life in Twickenham also acts as a reminder of English culture, literature and garden design in the 18th century. In its time, the Grotto was an object both of admiration and envy, inspiring imitation throughout England. Even today, in its shabby condition, it draws students and enthusiasts from all...

Absolutely stunning! The restoration of Alexander Pope's grotto is quite magnificent. The volunteers have done a marvelous job. I remember what the grotto looked like before they sympathetically restored it to its former glory.They told us all about the history, most of which, we didn't know. We'll done to Dawn, Sue and Geoff for our...

Clueless, apathetic staff, very expensive beer. We went for a fat burger (no great culinary feat eh?), but we're told that we'd have to wait 40 minutes, "because of all these people". The interior was deserted! and there were plenty of tables outside. The spirit of Ealing Comedy cinema is alive and well in Teddington. Too...