Godiva's Cathedral Quarter Walk

About the Activity

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.

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What is included:

  • A guided historical walk
  • Travel Itinerary

  • Total Duraration: 2.2 hours
  • Locations in the itinerary

    Logistics

    Starting Location

    Ending Location

    Ticket Redemption

    No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

    Pickup Information

    Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

    Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • Language and Guide Availability

    Tour guide available in:

  • English
  • Ticket Policy

  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • One ticket per booking.
  • Cancellation & Refunds

    Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
  • Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time.
  • 100% refund if cancelled on time.
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    Operated by Sky Blue City Walks

    Created on 2022-06-19

    Last updated on 2024-07-10

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