Godiva's Cathedral Quarter Walk- Coventry
Overview
Coventry is a unique city, home to a rich history, ancient legends, pioneers of innovation and the arts and an eclectic mix of architecture.
On this walk, you will learn about
- The legend of Godiva, and the truth about her historical significance and why there may have been an agenda to whitewash her from history.
- The loss of St Marys Cathedral in the dissolution of the Monasteries, how that changed Coventry forever and the other ways Henry VIII messed the city about.
- Moonlight Sonata, the Blitz of the 14th of November 1940 and what authorities really knew before the attack.
- The crucial part that Coventry was meant to play in the Gunpowder Plot.
- The legacies of international peace and reconciliation which followed the destruction and rebuilding of St Michaels Cathedrals.
- Why Coventry has actually been a city forever, since "Time Immemorial".
- The short-lived history of Coventry Castle.
- The two time capsules of Coventry; St Marys Guildhall and Drapers Hall.
And much more.
Please note that this is not a Spice Exclusive tour.
Includes
- A 2 hour guided tour
- Your Spice voluntary coordinator.
Location & Itinerary
Please only sign up for a walk if you can keep a steady pace, be that walking or in a wheelchair, as the whole group can only move as quickly as the slowest person. There are a number of areas of cobbled streets as well as some steps and uneven surfaces, so whilst walking boots are not necessary, comfortable footwear is advisable and please take into consideration that cobbles can be slippery in wet conditions.
Is the route wheelchair accessible?
Normally, the largest barrier to accessibility on the walk is a couple of streets with cobbles. However, like in any city, building and road works can appear without a great deal of notice which can block access along the route or mean there is additional uneven ground. If you have accessibility issues, please contact us in advance so that we can check the route on the day. If there is an issue with the preferred route, a close alternative will be found.
The walk will start and end in Broadgate between Godiva’s statue and the clock (CV1 1NE). Broadgate is less than 15 minutes walk from Coventry Railway Station, and a couple of minutes from the bus stands on Trinity Street and five minutes from Pool Meadow Bus Station. The nearest car park is Salt Lane, CV1 2GX. The nearest bike hire docking station is on Ironmonger Row, CV1 1FD.
Host & Everything Else
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