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This town endured night after perilous night, of bombardment, during the traumatic days of the Second World War when it was almost raised to the ground and hardly a building left standing. Thus, very little remains of old Coventry and the Coventry we see today is a masterpiece of modernity and only ruins remain of Coventry's Cathedral, St. Michaels. The church was built during the 14th and 15th-centuries and was consecrated as a Cathedral in 1919. The ruins stand in stark contrast with the beautiful modern Cathedral, designed by Sir Basil Spence, which was completed and consecrated in 1962, after what Sir Basil described as ' Eleven years of toil, frustration, hope and ecstacy'. Amongst the Cathedral's finery is a magnificent alter tapestry of Christ in Glory, designed by Graham Sutherland. There are many wonderful aspects to this glorious church, it is well worth a visit.
There are fine examples of medieval building to be seen in the town. These have been taken from various parts of Coventry and reassembled in Spon Street. Other pre-war building that remain include the Tudor almshouses of Bond's Hospital and Ford's Hospital. The picturesque and historic 14th-century Guildhall has minstral galleries and tapestries that are well worth seeing. The Herbert Art Gallery and Whitefriars are of note and a 'must see' is Lady Godiva's Statue which stands in the centre of the town.
Coventry has been at the heart of industry for many decades and has a great industrial past. It is also a City of business and commerce which offers the visitor a wide cultural experience. There are restaurants, inns and public houses, cimema's and theatres, good sporting facilities and excellent shopping centres. The centre of Coventry is traffic free and has pleasant spacious parklands. It is indeed a City of note and well worth seeing. Add town to favourites Recommended towns & villages near Coventry | Kenilworth is a pleasant town located in the spacious Warwickshire countryside, it is a town with an 'air of gentility' that tells you that this is a prosperous place with a long, illustrious history... Information | Pictures (25) | Hotels |  | This must be one of England's loveliest villages, it is evocative of a life before urbanisation and modernity, it is that perfect idyll of much loved English country life where you can re-discover the peaceful tranquillity of yester-year... Information | Pictures (3) | Hotels |  | It was the arrival of the railways in 1847 that caused Nuneaton to develop as an industrial textile and engineering town... Information | Hotels |  | This town has a history stretching back to the Doomsday Book, but it was Queen Victoria who put the "Royal" into Leamington Spa when she bestowed the title in 1838... Information | Pictures (19) | Hotels |  | Warwick offers its visitors the chance to explore England's fascinating history with fine medieval buildings and a truly magnificent castle... Information | Pictures (115) | Hotels |
All towns in West MidlandsComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandRecommended attractions near CoventryAll attractions in CoventryAll attractions in West MidlandsComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandHotels & Accommodation in Coventry |  Aston Court Hotel80-90 Holyhead Road, Coventry,Warwickshire, West Midlands, England (0.3 miles, 0.4 km)
This hotel is situated just 10 minutes walk from the city centre and is easily accessible from the region's major motorways. Coventry's famous landmarks and attractions are just a short walk from t...
More info and book online.. Price from £39.00 |  |  Ramada Hotel & SuitesThe Butts, Earsldon, Coventry, West Midlands, England (0.4 miles, 0.6 km)
New conversion to a Modern 4* hotel, towering 17 storeys high with panoramic views of Coventry. Easy access to Major motorways, 4 miles away from Coventry Airport, 10 miles away from Birmingham Airpor...
More info and book online.. Price from £55.00 |  | Menzies Leofric HotelBroadgate, Coventry, West Midlands, England (0.4 miles, 0.7 km)
The Menzies Leofric Hotel has 97 en-suite bedrooms and is located in the heart of Coventry's modern city centre. The hotel offers superb conference & banqueting facilities, accommodating up to 600 del...
More info and book online.. Price from £64.00 |  | Hylands Hotel153 Warwick Road, Coventry, West Midlands, England (0.6 miles, 1.0 km)
Our Hotel is located in the heart of the city. Short walk to the city centre & next door to the coventry train station. The ideal venue for clients on business and guests who just want to relax. The...
More info and book online.. Price from £39.00 |  | Britannia Hotel CoventryFairfax Street, Cathedral Square, Coventry, West Midlands, England (0.6 miles, 1.0 km)
Right in the heart of the city, Coventry's premier hotel adjoins the historically famous Cathedral. Department stores and the city's shopping centre are just on the doorstep. The Flightlink service,...
More info and book online.. Price from £43.00 |
More Coventry hotels...Nearby travel help| Coventry Station | (0.6 miles, 0.9 km) | | Canley Station | (1.0 miles, 1.7 km) | | M6 Junction 3 | (4.0 miles, 6.5 km, direction N) | | M6 Junction 2 | (4.4 miles, 7.0 km, direction NE) | | Birmingham International Airport | (9.7 miles, 15.6 km, direction W) | | East Midlands Airport | (30.4 miles, 48.9 km, direction N) | | Coventry to London | (86.0 miles, 138.4 km, direction SE) |
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