Coventry: St Mary's Guildhall Coventry
ID: GYG753867-1218052
Category:
Country: Netherlands Antilles
Duration:
1 days
Description
Step back in time and explore St Mary’s Guildhall, a medieval treasure in the heart of Coventry city centre.
Step back in time and explore St Mary’s Guildhall, a medieval treasure in the heart of Coventry city centre. With both guided and digital self-guided tours available, visitors can uncover 700 years of rich history and walk in the footsteps of royalty.
Once at the centre of power during the War of the Roses, St Mary’s Guildhall has housed the Crown Jewels, served as a prison for Mary Queen of Scots, and hosted literary figures such as George Eliot. It’s a place where history truly comes to life.
In the Great Hall, marvel at the Coventry Tapestry, a stunning piece of art that has remained in its original location for 500 years. Then, explore the recently uncovered medieval kitchen, one of the finest in the country, hidden for over a century.
Join one of our daily guided tours at 11am and 2:30pm*, led by our knowledgeable guides, or enjoy a hands-on experience with our digital self-guided tour, where historical figures are brought to life.
Located on Bayley Lane, next to the Coventry Cathedral ruins, St Mary’s Guildhall offers an unforgettable journey into England’s past.
Highlights
- Marvel at the 500 year old famous Coventry Tapestry (Oldest still in situ)
- See history come to life with the digital tours or guided history tours
- Explore the Medieval Kitchen which has been hidden for 100 years
- Be amazed by the Great Hall and see where the Royal Court would have been held
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
St Mary's has a range of lifts and also 360 degree images on our tablet for rooms which have step access the full accessibility statement can be found at. https://www.stmarysguildhall.co.uk/accessibility-statement-2/
Please make your way to the entrance area and ticket desk at St Mary's Guildhall please have your booking details to hand on arrival.
INCLUDED
- Entry to St Mary's Guildhall
- Digital self guided tablet
NOT INCLUDED
- Car Parking
- Food and drinks
- Tickets are valid for standard daytime entry and are not valid for evening or special events
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
