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Godiva's Cathedral Quarter Walk

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Overview

Stroll the historical epicentre of Godiva's Coventry and learn about years of kings, queens, cathedrals, and castles on this walking tour.

Highlights include:

The legend of Godiva, 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 and how that changed Coventry forever.
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.
Six different theories as to where the name ‘Coventry’ came from.
Why Coventry has actually been a city forever, since “Time Immemorial”.
The short-lived history of Coventry Castle.
The story of the two time capsules of Coventry; St Marys Guildhall and Drapers Hall.

What's Included

  • A guided historical walk

    Meeting Location

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    Broadgate
    Coventry CV1 1NE, UK

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    Lady Godiva Statue

    While you might know about the 1000 year old legend of Lady Godiva, the woman behind the most famous tax protest in history, what do you know about he woman herself?
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Golden Cross

    On Pepper Lane outside the Golden Cross your guide will explain the truth about the building which claims to be the oldest pub in Coventry, the literal treasure hunt which the streets are paved with and what sued to happen on those very cobbles.Nearby, a mural will help explain some of the theories as where the name 'Coventry' comes from.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St. Mary's Guildhall

    See the outside of the Guildhall, a medieval time capsule and the last remaining part of Coventry Castle
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Council House

    In front of the gothic council house, hear why Coventry has been a city since the beginning of time!
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Drapers Hall

    Outside Drapers Hall, your guide will tell you about the 'Great Drapery' and why Coventry became an international trading centre as long ago as the twelfth century
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Coventry Cathedral

    See the ruined cathedral church of St Michael as your guide tells the tale of its' destruction in the 'Moonlight Sonata' air raid of Coventry during World War II. You'll also see Sir Basil Spences modern cathedral, with both structures being monuments to international peace and reconciliation.Tours normally include a quick look inside the modern cathedral building, with a longer while spend inside the ruins, but on occasion, events take place in the Cathedrals which will mean entry is not possible.
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Holy Trinity Church

    Your guide will talk briefly about the history of the 12th century church.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Priory Visitor Centre

    Overlooking the ruins of Coventry's Original St Mary's Cathedral, you'll hear about it's beginnings with St Osburg, through the time of Godiva and Leofric and when it became a cathedral.Then downstairs on the floor of what was one of -if not the- richest cathedrals you'll be told about some of the times when it was this country's parliament, and of course why, due to Henry VIII, it's not there any more.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • The walk is just under a miles and should take two hours and ten minutes. It is mostly flat with some inclines and ramps and several areas of cobbled streets.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Godiva’s Cathedral Quarter Walk?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-309963P1

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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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