it was demolished during the Second World War, after fears that it would act as a marker for German aircraft. The present tower is a replica, constructed in 1994. A short distance from this folly is the Shell Grotto. Designed by S. Gunston Tit, the structure was commissioned by Capel Hanbury Leigh and built in the 1830s. The garden historian Elisabeth Whittle describes the grotto as a "magnificent survivor". The interior is decorated with shells and bones, reputedly the work of Hanbury Leigh's first wife, Molly Mackworth. Both sites are open to the public at weekends from May to September. Restored in the 1990s, the grotto is a Grade II* listed building. There is also a double ice house near the old Pontypool House and Torfaen Museum. It has a Grade II listing. Gallery See also Folly Tower, Pontypool Shell Grotto, Pontypool References Sources Registered historic parks and gardens in Torfaen Parks in Torfaen Country parks in Wales Grade II* listed buildings in Torfaen Grade II listed buildings in Torfaen Rugby union stadiums in Wales Rugby World Cup stadiums Eisteddfod Tourist attractions in Torfaen Ski areas and resorts in Wales Stadiums in Wales Pontypool