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The Council House, Coventry with the 90-metre spire of the war-ruined 14th-century St Michael's Cathedral visible behind. This building, built 1913-17, is a Grade II Listed Building in England.
The Council House, Coventry with the 90-metre spire of the war-ruined 14th-century St Michael's Cathedral visible behind. This building, built 1913-17, is a Grade II Listed Building in England.
The Cathedral was built between 1956 and 1962 and was designed by Sir Basil Spence, following the destruction of the old mediaeval Cathedral in 1940 through enemy bombing. It was decided to build the new Cathedral adjacent to the old one, which was left in its semi-ruined state with its undamaged 14th century tower. It would in fact be the third Cathedral in Coventry, as this had been a religious site for nearly 1000 years. There was a competition for the design which was won by the Scottish architect Basil Spence. The unorthodox design was intended to be "a casket of jewels" and contains many works from famous artists. The Cathedral was consecrated on 25 May 1962. The Cathedral was built at right angles to the old one, and therefore aligns north-south. It is built in red Hollington sandstone with green slate cladding and a concrete roof. There is a nave of seven bays, although the aisles are full height, with slender piers tapering at the base. They rise to a concrete ribbed canopy with timber between the ribs. There is no clerestory. The nave walls are angled in a sawtooth fashion with tall stained-glass windows. The nave and chancel are as one. The (liturgical) west end has a fully glazed wall with engraved figures of saints and angels by John Hutton. The (liturgical) east wall has no window, but is dominated by a large tapestry of Christ in Glory by Graham Sutherland. There are two chapels, one to the north east (The Chapel of Christ the Servant) and one to the south west (The Chapel of Unity). The baptistery area to the south east has a full height slightly curved window with closely spaced mullions containing nearly 200 small windows. It was designed by John Piper and painted by Patrick Reyntiens. The font is made with a boulder from near Bethlehem. On the exterior wall is a sculpture by Epstein of Saint Michael and Lucifer. The low roof is crowned by a metal fleche topped by a cross. The organ is by Harrison and Harrison, divided in galleries either side of the altar. There is an open western (southern) porch linking the two cathedrals. There are also lower levels to the Cathedral with further display and administration rooms. There is also an attached cafe. Pic by Jenny
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The ruins of Coventry Cathedral, destroyed in German bombing raids in World War II.
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Council House, Coventry and Council House Square, 30 November 2014

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Coventry Cathedral

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Coventry Transport Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Coventry Transport Museum during your travels in Coventry. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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St Michael Cathedral church, Coventry, England, UK

St Michael's Cathedral

St Michael's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Coventry, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Lady Godiva Statue

You can find out about the history of Coventry with a stop at Lady Godiva Statue. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Other neighborhoods around Coventry City Centre

The stone marker to show the former location of the Triumph Motorcycles factory.

Meriden

Notable for its restaurants, forests, and golf courses, Meriden is a sought-after destination for many travelers visiting Great Packington. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Heart of England Events Centre or National Motorcycle Museum.

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Marston Green

Well-liked for its restaurants and museums, Marston Green is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like bp pulse LIVE and Resorts World Birmingham, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city.

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St Thomas More Church, Sheldon, Birmingham, England. This impressive Roman Catholic church is situated on the corner of Sheaf Lane and Three Horseshoes Lane.

Sheldon

Sheldon is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Birmingham area, you might plan a trip to Blue Ice Solihull Rink or Elmdon Park.

Sheldon
Narrowboats moored on the Birmingham Canal at Tipton in summertime

Shirley

Though Shirley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Shire Country Park and Touchwood Shopping Center.

Shirley
Night lights of Moseley.

Moseley

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The bars and lake views are a few reasons travelers visit Moseley. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Hickory Dickory's Playhouse and Moseley Bog, a few notable attractions nearby.

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Digbeth

Bars, shopping, and historic sites are some highlights of Digbeth. Make a stop by Hurst Street or Shopping District while you're exploring.

Digbeth

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