Huer's Hut

Huer's Hut - Credit: Wikimedia Commons

The Huer's Hut is a listed building in Newquay, Cornwall, England. It may date from the 14th century and have originally seen use as a hermitage and lighthouse. By the 16th century it was used as a lookout point for the seasonal arrival of pilchards in the bay. A man known as a huer would signal the arrival of the pilchards and direct fishermen towards them. The structure was in the ownership of Cornwall Council and was subject to restoration work in 2014. It is now on a lifelong lease to Newquay Town Council. Read more on Wikipedia

type: historic site
date from: 14th Century 18th Century (current structure)

Source: en.wikipedia.org