Group Leisure & Travel – May 2019

bombed in World War Two but instead of starting over,

architect Sir Basil Spence used its obliterated frame to

form an iconic cathedral, mixing old with new to create

a haunting but impressive structure. Pre-booked groups

can benefit from one of the cathedral’s knowledgeable

tour guides, also gaining entry to the Blitz Experience

Museum (dependent upon opening hours). Why not

climb the tower too? It boasts the best view in the city.

Coventry used to also have a third cathedral known as

St Mary’s too, but it was destroyed by Henry VIII in the

16th century. You can still visit its ruin today.

C

oventry, the supposed birthplace of St

George the dragon slayer, is a city full

of historical sites, cultural visits and

interesting places to see. And having

recently won the titles of European City of

Sport for 2019 and the UK’s City of Culture for 2021,

there’s no better time to visit.

First on your trip should be the breath-taking Coventry

Cathedral, voted the nation’s favourite 20th century

building in the 90s. The original building was heavily

It’s the European City of Sport for

2019 and has been named the UK

City of Culture for 2021, we explore

what Coventry has to offer groups.

Coventry

Words: Harry Rogers

Expl re

UK

• Bask in the beauty of Coventry’s old cathedral with
  your group.

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