Coventry
Properties and events in Coventry
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Albany Theatre Backstage Tours
Get exclusive backstage access to The Albany, an art deco theatre built in the 1930s. Hear about the storied history of this arts venue, from its origins as a college lecture hall to its role in World War II and its present-day use as a theatre.
Allesley Park Walled Garden History & Heritage Orchard
The Walled Garden dates back to c1785, and is now an educational resource run by volunteers. House next door in Arts and Crafts style c1913 with old dovecote (not open). Features a kitchen garden, medicinal herbs and heritage orchard.
Anglican Chapel, London Road Cemetery
The Anglican Chapel was restored and opened as an event venue in 2022, with new interpretation throughout the wider cemetery. Drop in to view the space and find out the stories of some of the ordinary people buried in the Cemetery.
Artful Echoes - A selection of works held at Coventry University Archives
A specially curated exhibition for Heritage Open Days 2026 showing unseen works by Anthony Hobson, Roy Wilson, Helen Lohmann, Dame Ellen Terry, Frederick Lanchester, Alice Cobert and Peter Eugene Ball.
AudaTours Coventry Audio Tour: Hands to the Work
A self-guided audio tour of Coventry, exploring the weavers, watch-makers, ribbon trade and car-workers who built the city.
Bagot's Castle
14th Century ruin set in a 19-acre site, woodland paths, river walks and ponds. Picnic area overlooking the castle monument and benches along river walk. Trails and activities for children. Our 6 Bagot Goats. Reconstructed 18th Century Summerhouse.
Behind the scenes - Conversion of the Telegraph Building
Go beyond the guest experience and uncover the hidden history of the Telegraph Hotel. Explore exclusive spaces, hear stories from its days as Coventry's newspaper headquarters, and discover how a landmark building was transformed into a unique hotel.
Between Ancient and Modern: Astley Castle Open Days
A ground-breaking conversion of rugged ruins for modern living on a historic moated site, combining the thrill of contemporary architecture with the atmosphere of an ancient place.
Bond's Hospital
Bond's Hospital is a Grade II Listed Building with a section of the City Wall in it's garden. This building provides sheltered accommodation for the elderly.
Cook Street
The two remaining gates of Coventry's medieval city wall have been renovated, modernised and are now holiday lets. This is an opportunity to see inside.
Coombe Abbey Hotel's History
Come and find out more about Coombe Abbey's History, starting where it all began as a monastery, right up to the present day! Enjoy a scone & a pot of tea too.
Coombe Abbey Park
Discover the fascinating people who helped shape the park we see today. From stories of murder and theft to royal connections and visionary individuals, explore the lives and intrigue that influenced the parkland that surrounds us.
Coventry Canal Basin
Come to our club room in the historic Coventry Canal Basin. See our layouts running and talk to club members. Four large and several small layouts in a variety of scales. Special exhibits for the children to see and interact with.
Coventry Model Railway Club Open weekend
Come to our club room in the historic Coventry Canal Basin. See our layouts running and talk to club members. Four large and several small layouts in a variety of scales. Special exhibits for the children to see and interact with.
Dame Goodyvers Daye
A feast day dating back to 15th century. We will bring different communities together creatively to remember Coventry Godiva heritage of the past, heroes from different cultures and faiths of Coventry today.
Everyday experiences: personal lives shown through photographic collections
Personal lives revealed through photographic material at Coventry Archives: drop-in sessions & guided behind the scenes tours (x2)
Ford's Hospital
Considered to be one of the finest examples of 16th Century domestic buildings in England. In 2006 an episode of Dr Who was filmed here.
Heritage themed Miniature Railway Open Day
Enjoy train rides on our heritage themed miniature railway along the River Sowe. For Heritage Day 2026, we are embracing the theme of “Everyday Histories”, exploring the daily working lives of those who keep railways running - past and present.
Holy Trinity Church Coventry
Medieval parish church with 15th century Doom painting. The historic building is still a living place of worship, also hosting concerts almost every other week.
King Henry VIII School
Historical guided tour of the school, founded by Royal Charter in 1545, focusing on the buildings that date back to when the school moved to this site in 1885 and the bombing of the school in 1941.