…and your essential guide to the city. Check out what’s on with up-to-the-minute event listings and information. Get the low-down on the best places to eat, drink, shop and go out. And take advantage of great ticket deals and special offers to really make the most of your Coventry break.
Where is it? Situated 22 miles (36km) east of Birmingham in Shakespeare's County (Warwickshire), Coventry is within easy reach of the M6, M40, M42, M5 and M69 motorways
Style A car-proud city of flowers and green spaces made from rose sandstone
Smell Rainbow Ale, espresso coffee and engine oil
Seek Out The statue of Lady Godiva on Broadgate. According to the 1,000 year-old legend, her husband, the Earl of Mercia, promised to cut taxes if she dared to ride through the streets naked. Everyone turned away to protect her modesty - except Peeping Tom, who was struck blind
When to go June for the Godiva Festival when a scantily clad lady rides through the streets; summer for flowers (Coventry is determined to win the Britain in Bloom competition), November and December for Christmas shopping
Celebrates St George's Day (Apr), Godiva Festival (Jun), Jazz Festival (Aug), Heritage Open Days (Sep), Carnival of Lights (Nov)
Did you Know? The phrase 'sent to Coventry' (meaning refusing to talk to someone) originated in the Civil War when Royalists were imprisoned in St John's Church, in the pro-Parliamentarian city; black taxi cabs are made in Coventry and Jaguar was founded here
Top Tip Keep an eye on Coventry's exciting new developments; including a new theatre for the Belgrade and a £160 million stadium and conference centre
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