Hawker's Hut, Grade II listed building in Morwenstow, England.
Hawker's Hut is a small wooden building perched on a clifftop near Morwenstow, built with a turf roof and weathered timber walls. The structure sits in a remote coastal setting where the sea views stretch across the horizon from its elevated position.
Reverend Robert Hawker built this retreat in the 1800s using salvaged timber from shipwrecks along the shore. He created it as a private space where he could write and contemplate the dramatic coastal landscape.
The hut welcomed distinguished literary figures of the Victorian era, including poets Alfred Tennyson and Charles Kingsley during their visits to Cornwall.
Visitors reach the hut by walking along the coastal path and climbing a short flight of steps. The spot is exposed to sea winds and weather, so dressing appropriately for changeable coastal conditions is important.
This hut holds the distinction of being the smallest property owned by the National Trust across all of England. Despite its tiny footprint, it remains a complete and protected structure visited by people curious about historic preservation.
Location: Morwenstow
GPS coordinates: 50.90740,-4.56290
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41
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