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The Grotto at Ascot Place, Winkfield, Bracknell Forest

Eric de Maré1945/1980

Historic England

Historic England
London, United Kingdom

The Grotto at Ascot Place was built in circa 150 by the masons Robert Turnbull & Scott for Daniel Agace. It comprises a main chamber lit by an octagonal lantern, passages and other, smaller chambers. The walls are decorated with white quartz crystals and artificial stalactites descend from the roof.

Historic England Archive AA98/04115

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  • Title: The Grotto at Ascot Place, Winkfield, Bracknell Forest
  • Creator: Eric de Maré
  • Date Created: 1945/1980
  • Rights: Copyright Historic England Archive
  • Medium: Cellulose acetate photographic film negative
Historic England

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