Coventry Collection (#4)

Well-wishers during the visit of Queen Elizabeth II to the Precinct, Coventry. 30th June 1970

Princess Elizabeth visits Coventry. During her visit the Princess inaugurated the new city centre, the reconstructed Broadgate, and laid the foundation stone of the future shopping precinct

Queen Elizabeth II visits the new Coventry Cathedral. 30th June 1970

Children playing on play equipment on land between flats at Hillfields, Coventry, West Midlands. 11th October 1971

A 16 storey block of flats towering over Hillfields, Coventry, West Midlands. 29th April 1966

Pause for thought amid empty beds: ward sister Margaret Sheepy takes a final sad look at Whitley Hospital, where shes worked for 11 years. Coventry, West Midlands. 1st December 1988

Students at Finham Park School, celebrating their A-Level results. Left to right, Tim Martin, Roshni Mistry, Dave McNern and Jalpa Dhokia. Coventry. 20th August 1998

Pope John Paull IIs visit to Coventry. The Holy Father steps out of the plane at Baginton airport in readiness to give the mid-morning mass. 30th May 1982 300592POPE_1.jpg

Pope John Paul IIs visit to Coventry Airport for a mid-morning mass. 30th May 1982

Open space at Spon End, Coventry, anyone can have a go at landscaping it into a place where children can play. 19th January 1977

A medieval property in Spon Street which nearby residents say is an eyesore and a danger to children. The unoccupied property has been boarded up for several years waiting for a "

Lanchester Polytechnic Halls of Residence, viewed from Fairfax Street, Coventry, 18th April 1974

Spon End flats, in surroundings softened by lawns and trees. 5th June 1974

Demolition of old houses in the Thomas Street area of Coventry is being carried out by the Coventry Corporation as part of the redevelopment scheme for the Spon End district

The site of The Cathedral Lanes Shopping Centre in Coventry, Midlands, England, before construction. Picture taken in May 1989, about 18 months before its November 1990 opening

Queen Elizabeth II during her visit to Coventry, West Midlands for her Silver Jubilee tour. 27th July 1977

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, pictured in Coventry, West Midlands. 16th April 1989

Pearson Second Hand shop, 23, Stoney Stanton Road, Hillfields, Coventry. Number 21 must be demolished. You can see the high rise flats in the background. 25th October 1968

Opening of the SkyDome multiplex, Croft Road, Coventry, Friday 22nd October 1999. Our picture shows street entertainer outside Ikon Nightclub

The new premises for Hogarth Stores Ltd in Walsgrave Road, Coventry, showing how modernisation has merged with new and the old

Old timber buildings in Coventry. The Golden Cross pub in Coventry, West Midlands. 25th November 1985

The Dig at Bayley Lane, Coventry, Warwickshire, 9th May 1989. Russell Trimble, the site assistant, with some of the treasures discovered at The Bayley Lane dig

People enjoying the hot weather in the precinct ornamental garden, Coventry. 26th June 1976

George Duggins, Coventry City Councillor, Labour Party Candidate, pictured 9th March 1995

Police have been trying to rid Wood End, Coventry, of its off-road motorcycling craze for at least 10 years. The latest crackdown led to riots with youths battling police

Medical Records Department at Coventry and Warwickshire Hospital, Coventry, West Midlands, 8th May 1973. Transferring files into new medical records library are (left to right) Jean Bate

Donald Curtiss, Theatre Technician, prepares one of the two new operating theatres which are due to open shortly at Coventry and Warwickshire Hospital, Coventry, West Midlands, 29th July 1971

Coventry Fire Brigade at Hales Street, during one of its inspections in 1911 - exactly halfway to its centenary. Coventry, West Midlands. 1911

The Lord Mayor of Coventry, Alderman Mrs Pearl Hyde, talking with Mr Gordon Churchill (left) and Lord Mills before the dinner. 28th November 1957

Rugby player Phil Judd with his wife, and on the right, the secretary of Coventry Chamber of Commerce, Mr K P Bolton. County Chamber of Commerce Banquet, Hotel Leofric Coventy. 17th February 1967

A special television monitor for Coventrys new central library will help people read the small print. The screen, which magnifies print was tested by the Lord Mayor, Bill McKernan

The Dome, Bull Yard, Coventry, West Midlands. 23rd January 1967

Bull Yard shopping area, Coventry, West Midlands. 10th June 1965

Bedworth Hypermarket. Bedworth is a market town in the Nuneaton and Bedworth district of north Warwickshire. Circa 1972

Shoppers inside Bedworth Hypermarket. Circa 1972

Pink Parrot nightclub, Coventry. 8th September 1988

The headmaster of the Blue Coat School, Coventry, Mr W. J Grimes
The headmaster of the Blue Coat School, Coventry, Mr W.J Grimes, tries out the new 12-seater bus to the cheers of some of the pupils who helped to raise the money for it

Pupils at of Haigh House Blue Coat School, Coventry, looking happy as they won at School Sports, Haigh House are named after Bishop Haigh, former Bishop of Coventry

Foxford School, Longford, Coventry, England. 29th September 1987. Grange Road, Coventry, West Midlands CV6 6BB

The Cross and Orb on show at Coventry Cathedral during service of reconciliation, Friday 12th February 1999. The 18ft gilded steel

Its a long way to the ground as steeplejacks begin to demolish the 133 year old chimney at J & J Cash Ltd in Kingfield Road, Coventry, West Midlands

Gradually the former premises of J & J Cash in Kingsfield Road, Coventry are being demolished. The premises have stood empty since Cash s, best known for its woven name tapes, moved to a smaller

Workers at J & J Cash Ltd. 11th February 1972

Demolition at J. J. Cash Ltd. 17th October 1985

Boys arriving at Barrs Hill School in Coventry for the first time since it changed from an all girls grammar to a mixed school. 28th August 1975

Canley Sports and Social Club, Marler Road, Coventry. Canley Socials jovial pensioners at their traditional Christmas concert. 22nd November 1978

Rebuilding Coventry, Aerial view of the City Centre looking South from the Cathedral, Monday 7th June 1954

The Queen during a visit to Coventry which took in a tour of Walsgrave Hospital where she officially opened the newly finished building

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Coventry, a city steeped in history and innovation. From the iconic Lady Godiva statue to the majestic ruins Cathedral, this vibrant city boasts a rich cultural heritage that captivates all who visit. As you stroll through the streets of Coventry, you can't help but be enchanted by its charm. The Three Spires stand tall against the skyline, symbolizing the city's resilience and strength, and is here that you'll find Highfield Road Art - home to Coventry City Football Club, where passionate fans gather to cheer on their beloved team at Ricoh Arena. But Coventry is not just about sports; it has also been a hub for technological advancements. The Coventry Climax Engines ET199 revolutionized industries with its British-produced forklift truck, while Kaman HH-43B Huskie base rescue helicopter showcased the city's commitment to innovation and progress. In this bustling metropolis, history intertwines seamlessly with modernity. Take a moment to admire David Duckham as he makes a break for Coventry in the 1974 RFU Cup Final – an unforgettable moment etched into sporting history. And let's not forget Triumph Renown motor car – an advertisement that epitomizes elegance and sophistication synonymous with Coventry craftsmanship. Whether you're exploring Lower Precinct or marveling at DP164703 artwork depicting Coventry Cathedral, every corner of this captivating city tells a story waiting to be discovered. So come immerse yourself in the allure – where tradition meets progress and beauty resides within every nook and cranny. Experience firsthand why this enchanting destination continues to capture hearts from across Warwickshire, England, UK, Europe. . and beyond.