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    Coventry Cathedral

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    The charred shell of the original cathedral is conducive to meditation.
    Mary C.

    This cathedral is a wonderful place for tourists. Be sure to join a tour group. The history of the cathedral is both sad and hopeful. The guides are likely to have been children during the blitz or whose parents survived the blitz. The cathedral is unique in its mission and in how it rebuilt incorporating the charred remains.

    Kristin M.

    This is a beautiful ruin of what once stood of a magnificent cathedral!!! Due to The Blitz which destroyed most of Coventry from the war, this now stands as a memorial of what once was and could have still been. There is a Crypt under the ruins which is open certain days of the week and showcases pre war era artifacts. Around the cathedral stands art from the locals and historical Coventry pieces. There is a massive tower that has a quant little gift shop at the bottom. When open, you can pay a small amount there to climb the stairs to the very top of the tower and experience breathtaking views! This is a Must Do Attraction when visiting Coventry! Next to the cathedral is the New Coventry Cathedral. Which has its own museum, etc. The ruins are not always open, but you can peer through the iron gates and take a peek no matter what time of day. I highly recommend visiting the Coventry Cathedral Ruins!!!

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    Don't miss the amazing Rising Cafe in the basement. Great food, brilliant staff and modest prices.

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    The whole area inside what I grew up calling the old cathedral is evocative of peace and harmony and love for humanity.

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    St John The Baptist Parish Church - Located at the Corner of Spon Street and Hill Street

    St John The Baptist Parish Church

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    I happen to stumble across this church one morning. I've walked by it a few times but never really…read morepaid attention. Most of these churches are usually closed. But on this day I wandered onto the grounds and was pleasantly surprised to find its side door was unlocked with docents inside! I asked and was allowed to take video and pictures. The 3 older gentlemen were very kind, and it was very quiet inside. I had a pleasant meander around the place. I especially loved the ancient scent that is held inside the walls... It's as if I could smell centuries past! I learned that this church was originally built in the mid 1300's! That is way before my country was even discovered! What history and stories this place holds! A gentleman gave me some historical papers about the Church that I was able to read over later. But basically this is a true Mediaeval Gem with loads of history. One of the docents played some music on the organ so we could hear how amazing it permeated through the whole church. And also they invited me to take part in the ringing of the tower bell. There are 5 bells I believe, but the city only allows one to be rung. I was handed a paper with the prayer on it, and the four of us joined in unison while the main gentleman rang the bell appropriately timed. What a wonderful opportunity and memory I won't forget! Sometimes you just have to explore and go with your gut! It you are able to visit this historical gem, I highly recommend it. The docents that were freely donating their time were truly passionate about sharing this place with me, and I hope you will be able to experience it as well one day!

    This lovely medieval church is right next to the College of Bablake and Bond's Hospital at the…read morebottom of Hill Street and Spon Street. What a delight! Dave, the Steward gave us an impromptu tour. There is so much history here, and he enthralled us with his amazing knowledge of the church. He even forgot about his coffee and lunch talking to us, until his colleague reminded him. He told us the stories behind the stain glass windows, the Guild chapel, all the different busts of kings and queens of England on the corner of each arch, who killed who, how the ceiling was higher, how it yoyo'd between being a Catholic Church and Protestant Church, the the dragon on the corner of one arch, denoting the Welsh, the missing bust of the clown and a naked figure from one of the arch, which can be found in a painting of the church, before they were removed in the Victorian era as they were not as liberal and saw it as pagans. It's the only church in Coventry that was not bombed during the WW2. He also explained why it was imperative for the soldiers in the heavy metal suits of armour to wear a heavy cape on top as well in hot climes as it protects the armour getting very hot, which in turn could bake them alive! What a gem of a place. Well worth a visit.

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    Painting of the original arch with the now missing clown and naked figure.

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