Celebrating Phil Silvers legacy and 70th anniversary of Sgt Bilko
The Phil Silvers Archival Museum, Unit 2C, Fargo Village, Far Gosford Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5ED
November 1st 2015 marked both the 30th anniversary of Phil Silvers' passing and the official opening of The Phil Silvers Archival Museum. Located in Coventry's popular niche shopping and crafts centre FarGo Village, the museum was the realisation of the ambition of The British Phil Silvers Appreciation Society to open a permanent exhibition dedicated to the late great Phil Silvers.
The Museum has been self funded since its inception and continues to flourish. Celebrity endorsements and support from comedians Harry Hill, Phill Jupitus, Paul Merton,Tim Vine, radio presenter Danny Baker and Star Wars icon Mark Hamill!
The Museum is filled with many items of Phil's personal possessions, several of which were donated personally by Phil's family. Ephemera on display includes clothing, artefacts, letters, photos and documents along with a host of other memorabilia which celebrate both his personal life and his professional career.
The Museum attracts daily visits from people from all areas of the UK and overseas. We are extremely proud of the fact that this the only Museum in the world dedicated to preserving Phil's life and comedy legacy.
2025 is our big anniversary year, Bilko’s big 70th anniversary, the 40th anniversary of his passing and the 10th anniversary of his Museum. Please join us and celebrate his genius in bringing joy, happiness and laughs to countless generations of fans!
Timings & Tours
- Friday 12 September:
- 1100-1700
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1100-1700
- Sunday 14 September:
- 1100-1600
- Wednesday 17 September:
- 1100-1700
- Thursday 18 September:
- 1100-1700
- Friday 19 September:
- 1100-1700
- Saturday 20 September:
- 1100-1700
- Sunday 21 September:
- 1100-1600
Location & directions
The Phil Silvers Archival Museum, Unit 2C, Fargo Village, Far Gosford Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5ED
- Directions:
- Head to the Market Hall and look for the huge banner!
- Contact on day:
- Steve Everitt
- Telephone number:
- +447773579181
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Please call Steve 07773 579181 to pre-book your visit.
- Booking contact name:
- Steve
- Booking telephone number:
- +447773579181
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 5
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s)
