The Soho Square Hut
The Tudor-style cottage in the middle of the square is not quite what it seems.

πŸ“œ Half-timbered gardener's hut, built in 1925 as an electricity substation access point.
πŸ” Grade II listed structure with a hidden history as a WWII bomb shelter.

Why Go

🧐 Discover its surprising history and purpose
🌳 Enjoy a unique architectural oddity in a green space
πŸ“Έ Great photo opportunity

Why Avoid

🚫 Underground space is currently vacant and inaccessible
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Small, primarily an exterior feature

Tips

β˜€οΈ Can get crowded with lunchers and drinkers on sunny days

Cost

πŸ’° Free

Hours

πŸ•’ Daily, 8am-dusk

πŸš‡ Transport

Nearest tube: Tottenham Court Road, Oxford Circus, Piccadilly Circus

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