Godiva's Cathedral Quarter Walk
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- 2 h 10 min
- Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 h prima
- Guida in inglese
- Conferma immediata
In evidenza
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.
Incluso
Cosa è incluso
- A guided historical walk
Itinerario
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?
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.
See the outside of the Guildhall, a medieval time capsule and the last remaining part of Coventry Castle
In front of the gothic council house, hear why Coventry has been a city since the beginning of time!
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
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.
Your guide will talk briefly about the history of the 12th century church.
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.
Cancellazione
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima dell’inizio, con rimborso totale.
Recensioni
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I voti arrivano da 20 recensioni raccolte dal nostro partner di prenotazione. Sono parole dei viaggiatori, nell’ordine in cui sono state scritte — mai riordinate per far apparire meglio l’esperienza.
Da sapere prima di partire
- Punto d’incontro
- 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.
- Prelievo
- Tutti si ritrovano al punto di partenza; non c’è prelievo.
- Tipo di biglietto
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Dimensione del gruppo
- Fino a 8 viaggiatori
- Gestito da
- Sky Blue City Walks
- 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.
How it compares in Coventry
- Its from-price is 20% below the median of the 10 experiences we list in Coventry.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1 of 10.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Coventry
Coventry, a Midlands city rebuilt after wartime bombing, pairs the ruins of its medieval cathedral with a modern one, and has Lady Godiva and a car museum.
Coventry stands in the West Midlands of England, a city that grew rich on the wool trade in the Middle Ages and later on cycles, watches and cars. On the night of 14 November 1940 German bombing destroyed most of the medieval cathedral and much of the centre. The ruined walls and tower of the old cathedral were left standing beside the new cathedral designed by Basil Spence, consecrated in 1962, which holds Graham Sutherland's huge woven Christ in Glory and a glass window by John Piper.
Top-ranked sights in Coventry: Lady Godiva Statue (Self Sacrifice), Coventry Cathedral, St. Mary’s Guildhall.
