COVENTRY ATTRACTIONS
Coventry Cathedral
1 Hill Top
Coventry
CV1 5AB
Tel: +0044 24 7652 1200?
Fax: +0044 24 7652 1220
COACH DRIVERS PLEASE NOTE: YOU SHOULD USE THE POSTCODE CV1 5FB IF USING SAT NAV. THIS WILL ENABLE YOU TO DROP PASSENGERS AT THE FRONT OF THE CATHEDRAL IN PRIORY STREET. OTHER LANES AROUND THE CATHEDRAL ARE INACCESSIBLE FOR COACHES
If you wish to visit the Cathedral, please view the map above. For car parking we suggest Pool Meadow public car park, just 200 metres away. We are a 10-15 minute walk or 5 minute taxi ride from the railway station, and about 100 metres from the Bus Station.
The main entrance to the Cathedral can be found off Priory Street opposite Coventry University or via St.Michael's Avenue from the City Centre
Opening Hours
We are open daily to the visiting public, all year round, 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Saturday (last entrance for visits, 4.30pm) and between 12pm and 3.45pm on Sundays. Please check the times of services on the Worship pages.
Climb the Cathedral Tower for the best view in Coventry!
Open 7 days a week except during bell ringing sessions. Check the Tower Tourist Information Centre for opening times.
Adults £2.50 Children under 16 £1
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
http://www.theherbert.org/
Opening Hours
Monday - Saturday -10am - 4pm
Sunday -12pm - 4pm
Contact Phone 024 7683 2386
Address - Jordan Well, Coventry, CV1 5QP
Herbert reviews
Coventry Transport Museum
Millennium Place
Hales Street
Coventry
CV1 1JD
E: enquiries@transport-museum.com
T: 024 7623 4270
F: 024 7623 4284
Opening Times
10.00am - 5.00pm
Last admission is at 4.30pm, open all year round.
The Belgrade Theatre
Belgrade Square,
Coventry.
CV1 1GS
Coventry Theatres
If you are a theatre goer there is more to choice than you may realize in Coventry.
There is always a good variety on offer at Coventry's theatres including drama, comedy, musicals, children's theatre, dance, opera, jazz, military bands, big band music, pop music and classical music.
Of course the one time of year when most people want to go to the theatre is Christmas for pantomimes in Coventry. There are several theatres in Coventry which put on pantomimes every Christmas.
This theatre is in Coventry city centre and has two stages. It was opened in 1958 and was built using wood donated by one of Coventry's twined cities Belgrade the capital of Serbia, which at that time was the capital of Yugoslavia. This is why the theatre is called the Belgrade Theatre and its opening was a symbol of the post war recovery of Coventry after the terrible destruction that the city suffered during World War II.
The Belgrade was extended and improved in 2007 along with the area around the theatre which is now called Belgrade Plaza. Sometimes in the summer there are open air performances in the Plaza, most notably during the Godiva Festival.
The main auditorium has 850 seats and the wonderful, intimate B2 stage has 250 seats. The B2 is designed in such a way that the audience are very close to the players and it offers a unique experience. The main stage is very comfortable and a traditional theatre.
There are many restaurants near the Belgrade Theatre and gastro pubs near the Belgrade Theatre offering plenty of choice for theatre goers looking to eat out in Coventry. The Belgrade Theatre has its own restaurant which offers excellent dining.
The Belgrade has seen many of the great players of stage and screen over the years and continues to see great actors and musicians treading the boards.
The theatre has put much emphasis on local youth theatre over the years and has produced many top actors who have gone on to enjoy successful careers in showbusiness. The most notable local actor to come from the Belgrade Youth Theatre is Clive Owen, star of stage and screen.
The Belgrade Theatre puts on a huge Varity of shows from musicals to ballet to comedy and drama. The Belgrade pantomime in Coventry is a firm favourite with Coventry people and attracts visitors to Coventry. These visitors take advantage while they are in the city and go Christmas shopping in Coventry.
Contact the Box Office by phone on 024 7655 3055, or in person from Mon - Sat from 10am until the start of the last evening performance; or 6.30pm when there are no evening performances.
Electric Railway Museum
Rowley Road
Baginton
Warwickshire
CV8 3AZ
Tel: 02476 997397
The Electric Railway Museum is located on the edge of Coventry Airport in Baginton. The museum has the largest collection of preserved electric trains in the UK, from high speed express trains to Edwardian underground carriage bodies.
This attraction is alongside the Midlands Air Museum so visitors can enjoy both venues on the same day.
Midland Air Museum
Coventry Airport,
Baginton,
Warwickshire,
CV8 3AZ
TEL 024 7630 1003
Coombe Country Park
Brinklow Road,
Binley,
Coventry CV3 2AB
Telephone: 024 7645 3720
Fax: 024 7663 5350
e-mail: coombe.countrypark@coventry.gov.uk
Ryton Pools Country Park
The 100 acre country park, close to Ryton-On-Dunsmore, is a great place to have a picnic, fly a kite, enjoy a walk, chill out or play games.
The 10 acre Ryton Pool is the ideal place to see rare birds and Pagets Pool is one of the most important places in Warwickshire for Dragon Flies.
There is wheelchair access.
Miniature railway rides
Between Easter and the end of September, you can take a ride on the Miniature Railway on Sundays between 1 pm and 4 pm.
Car parking £ 2.00
Open all the time
8.00am until 9.00pm or dawn to dusk in the winter months
Ryton Visitor Centre
Tel: 02476 305592
parks@warwickshire.gov.uk
Ryton Pools Country Park
Ryton Road, Bubbenhall, Nr Coventry, Warwickshire, CV8 3BH
Coventry Speedway
Brandon Stadium,
Rugby Road,
Brandon,
Coventry CV8 3GJ.
TELEPHONE
02476 540 400 or 02476 545 721 for speedway & stock car office
02476 542 395 for stadium office / restaurant bookings
E-MAIL
General Enquiries
info@coventrymotorspeedway.com
Ricoh Arena
71 Phoenix Way
Coventry
CV6 6GE
Tel. 0844 873 6500
Criterion Theatre
Berkeley Road South
Coventry CV5 6EF
024 7667 5175
E-mail - criteriontheatre@hotmail.co.uk
Warwick Arts Centre
University Of Warwick
Gibbet Hill Rd,
Coventry, CV4 7AL
024 7652 4524
Memorial Park
Kenilworth Road
Coventry CV3 6PT
024 7667 5415
Kenilworth Castle
Kenilworth
Warwickshire - CV8 1NE
01926 852078, Local Tourist Information: Kenilworth: 01926 748900
Jaguar Heritage Museum
Opening Times: Monday - Thursday, 10am - 4pm, Friday, 10am - 1pm. Last Sunday of the month, except December, 10am - 4pm. Education and group visits by prior arrangement
Address: The Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust, Browns Lane, Allesley, Coventry CV5 9DR
telephone: 02476 401288 e-mail: mailto:enquiries@jdht.com
St Marys Guildhall
St Mary's Guildhall is one of the finest medieval guildhalls in England, and one of Coventry's most splendid and historic buildings. Situated in Bayley Lane in the heart of Coventry for over 650 years, St. Mary's Guildhall has witnessed events of both local and national importance during its long history.
The Guildhall served as the centre of King Henry VI's court during the Wars of the Roses which effectively made Coventry the Capital City of England and briefly as a prison to Mary, Queen of Scots. William Shakespeare staged plays at Saint Mary's.
St. Mary's Guildhall
Bayley Lane
Coventry
CV1 5RN
Telephone: 02476 833325 or 3328
E-mail: mark.twissell@coventry.gov.uk
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It's A.D. 60; the Iceni of East Anglia led by the legendary Boudica have rebelled against Roman rule, and have just been defeated in a terrible battle fought somewhere in the Midlands.
As a result the Romans are building a series of fortifications across the Midlands including the Lunt.
Come and explore this partially-reconstructed timber fort . Stand on the ramparts, explore the exhibition in the granary and imagine yourself training horses in the gyrus - a feature not found anywhere else in the Roman Empire."
Lunt Roman Fort:
Secrets of the Lunt
Wednesday 2nd June and Saturday 31st July
11am and 2pm
Site entry applies (£2.50 per adult, £1.50 per child/concessions, £7 family tickets available)
Join a member of the Lunt team for a special family tour around the fort to discover what lay beneath this unique site. You will also have the opportunity to learn about and handle real Roman artefacts.
Booking is advised as places are limited. Please call 024 76 786142 to book.
Opening Hours
April - October
Sat, Sun, Bank Holidays: 10:30am - 4:30pm Also open: Wednesday - Friday during Coventry school holidays. Please note we are closed on Good Friday. Mid July - Sept 6th
Wednesday to Sunday: 10:30am - 4:30pm
Contact
Phone
024 7678 6142
Email
luntromanfort@coventry.gov.uk
Address
Coventry Road, Baginton, Warwickshire, CV8 3AJ
"For hundreds of years the ruins of Coventry's first Cathedral lay hidden beneath the City Centre. The 'Phoenix Initiative', Coventry's Millennium project, gave archaeologists the opportunity to excavate this important site. Over several years the remains of many of the medieval buildings were uncovered.
Some of the ruins have been reburied for their protection, but gardens have been designed over them to reflect the archaeology below. The garden built over the site of the cloister includes the Visitor Centre, which not only houses some of the incredible finds from the excavation, but also tells the story of this amazing part of Coventry's history.
The Priory Undercrofts offer a fascinating glimpse into the best preserved remains of Coventry's original Benedictine monastery, dissolved by Henry VIII. Discovered and excavated by the Coventry Archaeological Team as part of the Phoenix Initiative, stone vaulted rooms, a courtyard, doorways and passages are open for visitors to experience by guided tour."
Opening Hours
Priory Row, Coventry, CV1 5EX
2-Tone Central Mueseum - Venue - Cafe
2-Tone Central Museum, Venue & Cafe,
Coventry University Students Union,
Priory Street,
Coventry,
CV1 5FJ
This is where you will find the 2-tone museum with a huge collection of original items donated or loaned by the original band members of The Specials, The Selecter, The Beat and other musicians, roadies and others who were instrumental in the birth of 2-tone music in Coventry.
The venue is where you can see live music at weekends and also weekday gigs. This stage has seen the likes of U2 play here in the 70's and early 80's along with The Tourists and of course The Specials, The Selecter and many other bands who were to become big names around the world.
************IMPORTANT NEWS 2-TONE CENTRAL IS MOVING*******************************
2 Tone Central is moving
The 2 Tone Central museum, venue and cafe are moving from the present location in Coventry city centre and the operation will now be split between sites.
The move is necessary because the current location at Coventry University is being re-developed by the University for rental as office accommodation.
At the moment everything about 2-Tone Central is in the same room but with this enforced move the operation will be fragmented. The museum will re-locate to the Ball Hill area of Coventry, to a relatively unused shopping arcade called the Courtyard. The organisers will have much more room for the museum and so more exhibits can be expected making the visitor experience even more interesting. The intention is to make the Courtyard a 2-Tone village with the museum, a shop, a Caribbean restaurant at night and a 2-Tone cafe by day.
The move will mean that the museum will be open for many more days and hours. At the moment the hours are restricted by the University and staffing problems. The 2-Tone Central is currently open only midweek and is closed for 27 weeks of the year and every bank holiday and weekend. This is not good for a visitor attraction.
Live gigs take place at the West Indian Club in Spon End which is still a good city centre location with plenty of parking at the Sky Dome. There may also be gigs at the new Students Union venue "The Hub".
More details will be published here as they become clear.
Meanwhile a final gig at 2-Tone Central is being planned for the current venue on 13th August.
New location of 2-tone central
The Civic Hall, Bedworth
Bedworth is a town next to Coventry and is just a 10 minute ride on the train from Coventry station or a 20 minute drive from the city centre.
The Civic Hall is a multi-purpose entertainment centre providing facilities for a wide range of activities. It boasts a Gallery, Meeting Rooms, Bistro, Coffee Bar and a Small Hall in addition to its multi-purpose 763 seat hall.
There is a large car park next to the Civic Hall and the train station is just a 5 minute walk. There are regular buses from Coventry to Bedworth.
Whether you are a regular visitor to The Civic Hall in Bedworth or a new patron you are guaranteed a warm and friendly welcome.
Live music, ballet, modern dance, variety and established comedians form the backbone of a varied and exciting new season which offers diversity, innovation and most importantly entertainment.
The Civic Hall
High Street
Bedworth
CV12 8NF
Box Office
Telephone: 024 7637 6707
Email: box.office@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk
The Wheatsheaf Players,
CO-OP Theatre,
Watersmeet Road,
Wyken,
Coventry
CV2 3HX
The Wheatsheaf Players are an amateur group who meet every Wednesday at the Co operative theatre on Watersmeet Road in Wyken.
The group perform numerous productions each year and a youth group production.
In 2010 the Wheatsheaf Players won the Godiva award for Best Theatre in Coventry and Warwickshire, in the same year they also celebrated 80 years as a company and 30 years in their current theatre.
Anyone wishing to join The Wheatsheaf Players should contact us through our website www.wheatsheafplayers.com or by telephoning the box office on 02476 456179, The box office is NOT manned and message will only be picked up in the evenings as all members are volunteers.
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