Pope's Grotto Open Day
Kneller Hall School, Twickenham, TW1 4QG
Saturday 12th December 2026
Pope's Grotto, in Kneller Hall School, will be open from 10 am to 12:30 pm with last entry at 12 pm. Tickets are untimed and you will be able explore the Grotto in your own time.
Please note that space in the Grotto is limited and you may be asked to wait at peak times. Access to the Grotto is via stairs and the Grotto floor is uneven. We regret that due to the location of the Grotto, there is no disabled access. We request that visitors wear flat shoes. Children are welcome to visit the Grotto but must be supervised by an adult at all times.
Buses R68 and 33 from Richmond, Twickenham and Teddington pass the school - the closest bus stop is "Pope's Grotto"!
The school is 15 minutes walk from Twickenham Station and 10 minutes from Strawberry Hill Station.
There is limited free on-street parking in the surrounding area on Saturdays.
Should I bring my printed ticket?
We will have a list of all ticket sales at the door, so please do not print your ticket.
What do I do if my e-ticket doesn't arrive?
First, check your Spam or Junk folders. If it's not there, send us an email either through TicketSource or our website.
Can my children visit the Grotto?
We are delighted to welcome children but please ensure that they are supervised by an adult at all times.
Can I bring my dog?
We are sorry but dogs are not permitted in the school buildings (assistance dogs excepted).
Refunds and returns
In common with other ticket-issuing organisations, we will not normally issue refunds if you are unable to attend. However, in the case of a genuine error or in exceptional circumstances, we will consider refunding your ticket costs after deducting our expenses.
Data Protection
We will retain only your email address and name (if supplied) on a secure server. You can remove your information either by following the ‘unsubscribe’ link on any of our emails or notifying us through the contact form on our website. We will remove your information within five working days.
Pope’s Grotto Preservation Trust will not pass information you provide to any third party without your express permission unless required to by law.
Please note that space in the Grotto is limited and you may be asked to wait at peak times. Access to the Grotto is via stairs and the Grotto floor is uneven. We regret that due to the location of the Grotto, there is no disabled access. We request that visitors wear flat shoes. Children are welcome to visit the Grotto but must be supervised by an adult at all times.
Pope's Grotto Preservation Trust
Registered charity no. 1162424
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to the Grotto?
The Grotto is in Kneller Hall School and is reached by a staircase (unsuitable for disabled or infirm visitors). The school is on the river side of Cross Deep near the end of Pope's Grove and close to Radnor Gardens. Please use the entrance to the far left of the building.Buses R68 and 33 from Richmond, Twickenham and Teddington pass the school - the closest bus stop is "Pope's Grotto"!
The school is 15 minutes walk from Twickenham Station and 10 minutes from Strawberry Hill Station.
There is limited free on-street parking in the surrounding area on Saturdays.
Should I bring my printed ticket?
We will have a list of all ticket sales at the door, so please do not print your ticket.
What do I do if my e-ticket doesn't arrive?
First, check your Spam or Junk folders. If it's not there, send us an email either through TicketSource or our website.
Can my children visit the Grotto?
We are delighted to welcome children but please ensure that they are supervised by an adult at all times.
Can I bring my dog?
We are sorry but dogs are not permitted in the school buildings (assistance dogs excepted).
Refunds and returns
In common with other ticket-issuing organisations, we will not normally issue refunds if you are unable to attend. However, in the case of a genuine error or in exceptional circumstances, we will consider refunding your ticket costs after deducting our expenses.
Data Protection
We will retain only your email address and name (if supplied) on a secure server. You can remove your information either by following the ‘unsubscribe’ link on any of our emails or notifying us through the contact form on our website. We will remove your information within five working days.
Pope’s Grotto Preservation Trust will not pass information you provide to any third party without your express permission unless required to by law.
Price
Ticket price
£0.00 - £10.00
