Coventry Collection (page 20)

The Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre during construction. A view of the south link block showing the gabled effect on the roof

Seating ouside the circular Godiva Cafe in the Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre - a popular place for a quick snack and to meet friends and family. 17th June 1964

The entrance to the Lower Precinct from Queen Victoria Road, Coventry city centre. 30th January 1980

This is market day in the Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre. You can see the circular cafe -a popular place for a quick snack and to meet friends and family. 2nd May 1990

Shoppers relaxing below the circular Godiva Cafe in the Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre - a popular place for a quick snack and to meet friends and family. 3rd June 1963

The Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre. 8th December 1959

The entrance to the Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre. 8th May 1973

Trees being planted in the Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre. 7th February 1970

A kiss under the mistletoe for 15-year-old Susan Young from Eric Tweed at Coventry Retail Market. 21st December 1970

The circular Godiva Cafe in the Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre - a popular place for a quick snack and to meet friends and family. 20th July 1965

Young ice skaters on Quinton Pool, Cheylesmore, Coventry. 28th December 1964

The combined British Legion branches of Standard Motors, Coventry Gauge & Tool and Coventry Precision Ltd. marching to St. Barbaras Church for the Rememberance Service. 11th November 1962

Sir Alfred Herbert annual Memorial lecture, Coventry Theatre, Coventry. L-R: Mr. R.D.Young, Mr. G.A. Day(Chairman), Astronomer Patrick Moore, Sir Stanley Harley(President), Mr. P. Jennings

The Red Arrows were in Coventry to thank the men who build the engines which have helped make them a world-famous aerobatic team

The Savoy Cinema, Radford Road, Coventry, which has closed. 5th June 1962

Walsgrave hospital, Coventry. Kidney patient Brenda Birch from Lillington, Leamington(centre) is pictured with staff nurse Angela Nee(left)

Nurses talk about the cost of meals for nurses at Gulson Road Hospital staff canteen, Coventry. Pupil nurse K. Jones(left), staff nurses S. Fox(centre) and S> E> N> Evelyn A

Three new coal-fuelled cost-saving boilers have been installed at Gulson Road Hospital, Coventry and are in the care of Mr Joseph Bryk

16 / 11 / 1964. The busy out-patients department at Coventry & Warwickshire Hospital
16/11/1964. The busy out-patients department at Coventry & Warwickshire Hospital, Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry. 16th November 1964

Exterior view of Gulson Road Hospital, Coventry. 9th September 1967

Its the Big D Show at Radio Walsgrave. Disc jockey Dave Stephenson(right) and technician Tom Wadrop set their record request programme rolling. Walsgrave hospital, Coventry. 14th July 1972

Interior view of one of the hutted wards at Keresley Hospital, Coventry. 26th September 1968

The X-ray department at Coventry & Warwickshire hospital, Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry. This photo was taken through a thick lead glass protective window and shows the cobalt unit in action

Staff at Coventrys Family Practitioner Committee show off the tee shirts chosen to mark todays 40th anniversary of the NHS. 4th July 1988

Nurses rejoice today following the announcement of their pay award. (l-r)Eileen Martin(24), Mindy Hindocha(22) and Gloria Noble(25) at Walsgrave Hospital, Coventry. 18th September 1974

These five Bay City Rollers fans settle down this morning for a 28-hour wait outside Coventry Theatre to get tickets for the concert on May 16th

Coventry & Warwickshire hospitals Orthopaedic nurses attending their prizegiving ceremony at the Post-Graduate Medical Centre, Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry. 29th August 1974

The Mental Health Unit at Walsgrave hospital, Coventry. 23rd September 1993

Male nurses at Walsgrave Hospital, Coventry. 22nd May 1974

Top orthopaedic nurse Lorraine Biggs with her graduation certificate at the Coventry and Warwickshire Hospital award ceremony where 34 certificates

Gamma camera in use at Walsgrave Hospital, Coventry. 9th June 1970

The new ante-natal clinic waiting area at Walsgrave Hospital, Coventry. 8th September 1989

The Hospital Sterilisation and Disinfection Unit (HSDU) at Walsgrave hospital, Coventry. Melanie Gray is one of 46 assistants who work in the unit in the basement of the hospital. 14th November 1994

The nurses home at Walsgrave hospital, Coventry. 7th October 1978

Richard Parham(right), assistant MD at Peugeot get help with the oversized cheque from Lord Guernsey(centre) and Bill Whatmore who is cancer ward appeal committee chairman at Walsgrave hospital

Christchurch ruins, Coventry, after the air raid. April 1941

An aerial view of Coventry & Warwickshire Hospital, Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry 12th May 1989

Babies milk bottles being taken out of the sterilising machine at the maternity unit at Walsgrave hospital. 19th June 1968

The matron of Walsgrave General Hospital, Miss Madden, with nurses who have collected their graduation certificates. Also in the photo are Mr. H. A. Thomas(left) senior tutor, and Mr. A. C

The exterior view of the Maternity unit at Walsgrave hospital, Coventry. 7th June 1985

Student nurses who have completed the "Access to Nursing"
Student nurses who have completed the " Access to Nursing" course at Walsgrave hospital, Coventry. (from left) Amanda Lewis, Suzanne McTigue, Gaynor Slater, Wendy Holder

Rescue workers searching for victims in a Coventry house after the air raid. November 1940

Smithford Street, Coventry after the air raid. November 1940

Whitley Hospital laundry, Coventry. 6th May 1966

Radiographers prepare a treatment room at the new Radiotherapy unit at Walsgrave hospital, Coventry. 9th May 1988

Lights, camera... but very little action. That was the scene as a camera crew filmed " Keeping up Appearances", a pilot TV comedy, at a Coventry house

Within half-an-hour of shops opening today the centre car parks were full and this scene was typical of the day. 11th December 1965

Eight-year-old twins, Shirley and Carol Barnett, of Coventry, open a chocolate Easter egg to find a real live chick. The egg was made by their mother, Mrs

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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.