A world of historic and nostalgic aviation awaits guests at the Midland Air Museum near Coventry Airport. This impressive collection of aircrafts, WWII hangers and aircraft components has gradually expanded over the years, and is now one of the leading aeronautical museums in the UK. Visitors should make sure not to miss out on flying high with Coventry's fascinating air display.
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Housed at the Coventry Transport Museum, this large historic collection of Jaguar cars is a must-see for classic car enthusiasts. These stunning vehicles range from as far back as 1938 up until 2002, showing how this model has developed dramatically over the years.
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Located just off Cathedral Square in the heart of Coventry, this artistic centre was erected in honour of Sir Alfred Herbert, a local industrialist. Constructed over a 20 year period and finally opening to the public in 1960, the facility houses a gigantic and wide-ranging collection of art and artefacts, from birds and butterflies to visual arts and archaeology. There are also frequent events and workshops held for adults and families, making this a great day out for creativity, exploration and inspiration.
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For the perfect family day-trip this summer, visit the stunning Coombe Abbey Park with 500 acres of beautiful gardens, woodland and lakeside walks. These grounds have won numerous awards over the years, including the prestigious Green Flag award, and are home to a delicious café where visitors can enjoy some afternoon tea and cakes. The park also holds lots of activities like geology fun days and donkey rides, meaning guests visiting with children will find much to keep them entertained.
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Built by William the Conqueror in 1068, this Medieval castle has been a long standing symbol of Warwickshire's historic heritage. Today, the castle has become a leading family visitor attraction with medieval entertainment, castle tours and live action shows. Here, visitors can experience everything from being made into a king for the day and learning how to prepare for war, to helping a princess escape in The Princess Tower and witnessing real medieval weapons in action, like the mighty trebuchet.
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Explore the historic ruins of Kenilworth Castle on the outskirts of Coventry. This once royal building was the home of Robert Dudley, a lover of Queen Elizabeth I. Guests can follow in her footsteps as they explore carved arbours and marvel at the bejewelled aviary and marble fountain. Also connected to this historic site, are the beautiful Elizabethan Gardens. Immersed in over 400 years of nature, visitors can roam at their own leisure and absorb the beauty.
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There are 14 different zones to explore, and guests can learn about the origins of the cocoa bean amidst trees and waterfalls in the Aztec Jungle, before jumping on board the magical Cadabra ride and meeting the infamous Cadbury drumming gorilla. They can also join Freddo and a whole host of Cadbury characters on an adventurous journey in an all new 4D cinema experience, ride the Crunchie Rollercoaster and take to the skies in a Cadbury Creme Egg airship piloted by the Caramel Bunny. A fun-filled experience for the whole family.
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Also known as 'St. Michael's Cathedral', this 14th century church was severely bombed during World War II and now remains only as a mere shell. After reconstruction in the 1950's, a new building was built besides the former church, forming the cathedral we can see today. Throughout the year, it hosts a number of events, concerts and exhibitions, as well as weekly worship and beautiful services.
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Erected in the city's central square in 1949, the story behind the 'Statue of Lady Godiva' has become a symbol for Coventry since the early 19th Century. Crafted by William Reid-Dick, this Grade-II listed statue has now become a much-loved tourist attraction, situated in a busy square where visitors can also find some unique cafés and pubs.
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For over 500 years, The Priory was home to a group of monks, until King Henry VIII closed down the site. Now all that stands, is the ruins of Coventry's first Cathedral. At the Visitor Centre, guests can discover a rich history and delve into the lifestyle of the monks, as they take a tour through the cathedral's skeleton. There is even a dressing up corner where visitors can truly become medieval.
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Explore 150 years of history, from the earliest forms of road transport, through to the modern innovations we see today. The Coventry Transport Museum provides a unique insight into what inspired some of the greatest motoring creations in the world, as well as a display of over 240 cars, commercial vehicles and buses, 94 motorcycles, 200 cycles, 25,000 models and around 1 million archive and ephemera items. Even visitors who are not transport enthusiasts are bound to enjoy all this museum has to offer.
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