Godiva's Cathedral Quarter Walk
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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.2 hours 10 minutes
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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A guided historical walk
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Travel Itinerary
- Maximum 8 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
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Lady Godiva Statue
Broadgate, , Coventry, United KingdomWhile 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?15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Golden Cross
8 Hay Lane, Coventry, United Kingdom, CV1 5RFOn 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.10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location3
St. Mary's Guildhall
Bayley Lane, , Coventry, United Kingdom, CV1 5RNSee the outside of the Guildhall, a medieval time capsule and the last remaining part of Coventry Castle10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location4
Council House
Earl Street, Coventry, United KingdomIn front of the gothic council house, hear why Coventry has been a city since the beginning of time!10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location5
Drapers Hall
Drapers Hall Bayley Lane, Coventry, United Kingdom, CV1 5RNOutside 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 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location6
Holy Trinity Church
5A Priory Row, Coventry, United Kingdom, CV1 5EXYour guide will talk briefly about the history of the 12th century church.5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location7
Coventry Cathedral
Priory Street, Coventry, United Kingdom, CV1 5ABSee 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.
25 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location8
Priory Visitor Centre
6 Priory Row, Coventry, United Kingdom, CV1 5EXOverlooking 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.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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The meeting point is in Broadgate, between the statue and the clock. However, occasionally there are events or stalls in Broadgate. When this happens the meeting place will be under the clock on the south wall. Either way, just look for the man with the Sky Blue top hat, tailcoat and flag.View Location
End point
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The meeting point is in Broadgate, between the statue and the clock. However, occasionally there are events or stalls in Broadgate. When this happens the meeting place will be under the clock on the south wall. Either way, just look for the man with the Sky Blue top hat, tailcoat and flag.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
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
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & 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 to receive 100% refund.
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