London's green huts, formally called cabmen's shelters, are practical structures that offer refuge to cab drivers, originating in the Victorian era. Built for protection from bad weather, these huts were designed to accommodate the needs of cabbies who operated horse-drawn carriages and had no enclosed vehicles to shield them. Established by George Armstrong in 1875 with the help of philanthropists, the huts also provide hot food and drinks, with around 13 still in use throughout the city today, serving as essential amenities for drivers.
The green huts, officially known as cabmen's shelters, provide refuge for cab drivers in London, originally created in the Victorian era to protect them from harsh weather.
Conceived by George Armstrong, cabmen's shelters were established to offer cabbies a place to take cover and enjoy hot refreshments while on the job.
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