Garrison Tower, Coastal lookout tower in St. Mary's, England.
The granite circular structure rises three stories high with seven windows on the second floor and a stone parapet with a single embrasure at the top.
Originally built as a windmill in the 17th century, the tower was converted into a maritime observation post by HM Coastguard in the 1830s.
The tower represents the maritime heritage of the Isles of Scilly, serving as a vital communication point for tracking ship movements in the region.
Located in Hugh Town, the Grade II listed building now functions as holiday accommodation with access through stone steps featuring a metal balustrade.
Lloyd's of London purchased the tower in 1871 to monitor shipping activities, marking its transition from a military structure to a commercial observation point.
Location: St. Mary's
GPS coordinates: 49.91257,-6.32240
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:58
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