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Coventry Collection (page 5)

Coventry, a city steeped in history and innovation

Background imageCoventry Collection: Skinheads in Coventrys shopping precinct. 4th October 1969

Skinheads in Coventrys shopping precinct. 4th October 1969

Background imageCoventry Collection: Keith richards arrives at Coventry Theatre carrying a young King Charles Spaniel under

Keith richards arrives at Coventry Theatre carrying a young King Charles Spaniel under his arm. He will be on stage along with other members of ther Rolling Stones band tonight. 6th March 1971

Background imageCoventry Collection: Dr Who dropped in on Annie Osborn Junior School, in Coventry today with gifts for some

Dr Who dropped in on Annie Osborn Junior School, in Coventry today with gifts for some lucky pupils. The doctor, alias actor Tom Baker, brought special cheer to seven-year-old Lia Morgan-Hayes

Background imageCoventry Collection: A 1921 Coventry motor cycle - a Triumph Model 'H'

A 1921 Coventry motor cycle - a Triumph Model "H"
A 1921 Coventry motor cycle - a Triumph Model " H" - being presented on permanent loan to the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum by Mr

Background imageCoventry Collection: Mr. Edward Turner, managing director of the motor cycle division of the B. S. A

Mr. Edward Turner, managing director of the motor cycle division of the B. S. A
Mr. Edward Turner, managing director of the motor cycle division of the B.S.A. group (in the saddle) and Mr. W. L. Rawson, sales director, on a B.S.A. 650 c.c

Background imageCoventry Collection: Abuse of the privilege extended to young anglers to fish at Swanswell Pool in Coventry

Abuse of the privilege extended to young anglers to fish at Swanswell Pool in Coventry city centre has led to trouble the first week of the new season

Background imageCoventry Collection: Pearson Second Hand shop, 23, Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry. Number 21 must be demolished

Pearson Second Hand shop, 23, Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry. Number 21 must be demolished. 25th October 1968

Background imageCoventry Collection: Staff at Cardinal Wiseman School, Coventry, raise their glasses to the kitchen supervisor

Staff at Cardinal Wiseman School, Coventry, raise their glasses to the kitchen supervisor, Mrs Catherine Stratton, who was retiring today after 20 years at the school

Background imageCoventry Collection: King Henry VIII School, Coventry, now has a proper gymnasium for the first time since

King Henry VIII School, Coventry, now has a proper gymnasium for the first time since 1941, when the old gym was bombed. Boys at the school, for the last 15 years

Background imageCoventry Collection: Morecambe and Wise appeared at Coventry Theatre for four shows entitled '

Morecambe and Wise appeared at Coventry Theatre for four shows entitled " Eric and Ernie - Two of a Kind!" Back stage they were photographed with Arthur Worsley

Background imageCoventry Collection: The concrete framework of the 10-storey block of flats in Hillfields rises up beyond

The concrete framework of the 10-storey block of flats in Hillfields rises up beyond the weather-scarred walls of derelict property in Queen Street, Coventry

Background imageCoventry Collection: James Park, the Coventry fine-art dealer who left his his Corporation Street store

James Park, the Coventry fine-art dealer who left his his Corporation Street store because of the high rent, has found another city centre site at a third of the cost

Background imageCoventry Collection: Courtaulds cricket ground, Lockhurst Lane, Foleshill, Coventry

Courtaulds cricket ground, Lockhurst Lane, Foleshill, Coventry. Warwickshire CCC v Surrey CCC. match action. 16th July 1966

Background imageCoventry Collection: New life for Canley as the former car assembly plant becomes the all-important

New life for Canley as the former car assembly plant becomes the all-important engineering centre and office staff headquarters for Austin Morris

Background imageCoventry Collection: Shoppers at the tills at Sainsburys supermarket in Trinity Street, Coventry

Shoppers at the tills at Sainsburys supermarket in Trinity Street, Coventry. 25th July 1967 watscan - - 26/08/2010

Background imageCoventry Collection: British Leyland service and technical specialists from many European countries examine a

British Leyland service and technical specialists from many European countries examine a Coventry-built Triumph Stag during a visit to city for Leyland product briefing session at Radford

Background imageCoventry Collection: Demolition worker Les Gilbert prepares the Morris rebus for its move to the Museum of

Demolition worker Les Gilbert prepares the Morris rebus for its move to the Museum of British Road Transport at Cook Street, Coventry

Background imageCoventry Collection: Vintage car fans hit the road yesterday at the start of a marathon trip in aid of charity

Vintage car fans hit the road yesterday at the start of a marathon trip in aid of charity. A team of three Rotarians hope their 718-mile round journey to Glasgow will raise a bumper amount of cash

Background imageCoventry Collection: The Midland Alvis Day organised by Alvis Owners Club at Alvis Ltd

The Midland Alvis Day organised by Alvis Owners Club at Alvis Ltd. Holyhead, Road, Coventry

Background imageCoventry Collection: 'The old faithful returns home'The car carrying the registration number

"The old faithful returns home"The car carrying the registration number
" The old faithful returns home" The car carrying the registration number M239459, was made in Coventry by the Humber Hillman Company

Background imageCoventry Collection: Pope John Paull IIs visit to Coventry. The crowds gather at Baginton airport to

Pope John Paull IIs visit to Coventry. The crowds gather at Baginton airport to join in with the mid-morning mass. 30th May 1982

Background imageCoventry Collection: David Lepine, Coventry Cathedral organist. 20th November 1961

David Lepine, Coventry Cathedral organist. 20th November 1961

Background imageCoventry Collection: 27-year-old Frenchman Ramon Kelvink walks the tightrope between Coventry

27-year-old Frenchman Ramon Kelvink walks the tightrope between Coventrys famous spires as part of the Millennium celebrations. 31st December 1999

Background imageCoventry Collection: Class 2a take part in a sponsored Leapfrog marathon at Bablake School, Coventry

Class 2a take part in a sponsored Leapfrog marathon at Bablake School, Coventry. 31st May 1973

Background imageCoventry Collection: Former Coventry City footballer Jim Holton, landlord of the Rising Sun in spon Street

Former Coventry City footballer Jim Holton, landlord of the Rising Sun in spon Street, Coventry. 13th May 1986

Background imageCoventry Collection: The Beatles at the Coventry Theatre, Coventry, 17 November 1963

The Beatles at the Coventry Theatre, Coventry, 17 November 1963

Background imageCoventry Collection: The Beatles between performances at the Coventry Theatre, Coventry

The Beatles between performances at the Coventry Theatre, Coventry, 17 November 1963 listen to Dora Bryans song " All I want for Christmas is a Beatle" on the radio

Background imageCoventry Collection: Coventrys Crusader sound system which recently came tops in a city dancehall clash

Coventrys Crusader sound system which recently came tops in a city dancehall clash, has taken on a new Monday night stot at the Tic Toc Club in Prinrose Hill Street, Coventry

Background imageCoventry Collection: The Beatles appearing on stage at Coventry Theatre. 17th November 1963

The Beatles appearing on stage at Coventry Theatre. 17th November 1963

Background imageCoventry Collection: Diana, Princess of Wales, during her visit to Caludon Castle school

Diana, Princess of Wales, during her visit to Caludon Castle school and Belgrave Lodge old peoples home in Coventry. 8th December 1982

Background imageCoventry Collection: Actor David Suchet(26) is seen here in his dressing room after applying his stage make-up

Actor David Suchet(26) is seen here in his dressing room after applying his stage make-up for a production of " Arsenic and Old Lace, " which is currently on at the Belgrade Theatre

Background imageCoventry Collection: Pupils from Woodway Park school in Coventry celebrated the school

Pupils from Woodway Park school in Coventry celebrated the schools 10th birthday with a fete which was opened by special guest Sally James of Tiswas fame. 17th June 1978

Background imageCoventry Collection: The Coventry Lord Mayor, Alderman Leonard Lamb(second from right

The Coventry Lord Mayor, Alderman Leonard Lamb(second from right) with three of the guests at his banquet to mark the 50th anniversary of the R.A.F.s foundation

Background imageCoventry Collection: Pupils from Woodway Park school in Coventry celebrated the school

Pupils from Woodway Park school in Coventry celebrated the schools 10th birthday with a fete which was opened by special guest Sally James of Tiswas fame

Background imageCoventry Collection: Charlie Anderson, guitarist with The Selector, joined children on a Two-Tone float during

Charlie Anderson, guitarist with The Selector, joined children on a Two-Tone float during Coventry carnival. 14th June 1980

Background imageCoventry Collection: Mr. Winston Churchill is travelling in a car with the mayor of Coventry, Mr. J. A

Mr. Winston Churchill is travelling in a car with the mayor of Coventry, Mr. J. A. Moseley during his visit to Coventry. 26th September 1941

Background imageCoventry Collection: Shops in the Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre. 30th January 1980

Shops in the Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre. 30th January 1980

Background imageCoventry Collection: A Mini is lowered into Coventry sewers during the filming of 'The Italian Job'

A Mini is lowered into Coventry sewers during the filming of "The Italian Job"
A Mini is lowered into Coventry sewers during the filming of " The Italian Job" film. 26th September 1968

Background imageCoventry Collection: The Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre prior to the building of the tower block

The Lower Precinct, Coventry city centre prior to the building of the tower block development. 5th January 1964

Background imageCoventry Collection: This display of meat by G. H. Monk and Company is one of the highlights of the Christmas

This display of meat by G. H. Monk and Company is one of the highlights of the Christmas
This display of meat by G.H. Monk and Company is one of the highlights of the Christmas Fatstock Show at Coventry Abattoir in Upper York Street today

Background imageCoventry Collection: The last of the Vernon Street triangle top shops, Hillfields, Coventry

The last of the Vernon Street triangle top shops, Hillfields, Coventry, soon to disappear as demolition contractors move in

Background imageCoventry Collection: Cook Street Gate, Coventry. Built in the Fourteenth century as a means of collecting

Cook Street Gate, Coventry. Built in the Fourteenth century as a means of collecting taxes from anyone who entered the city wall. 11th March 1963

Background imageCoventry Collection: The Coventry & Warwickshire Hospital, Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry

The Coventry & Warwickshire Hospital, Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry. The car park in the forefront is where the new pathology laboratory and records department block will be built

Background imageCoventry Collection: Mr. Roger Smith has a Pixie in his garden. But its no dream-world fairy-tale figure

Mr. Roger Smith has a Pixie in his garden. But its no dream-world fairy-tale figure thats appeared... its the remains of a genuine 1924 Parnall Pixie light aircraft

Background imageCoventry Collection: The Greyhound Inn public house at Hawkesbury Junction, Sutton Stop, Coventry

The Greyhound Inn public house at Hawkesbury Junction, Sutton Stop, Coventry. The narroweboat " Club Royale" sits in the icy water of Coventry Canal basin. 15th January 1982

Background imageCoventry Collection: The Greyhound pub at Hawkesbury Junction, Sutton Stop, Coventry. 21st March 1972

The Greyhound pub at Hawkesbury Junction, Sutton Stop, Coventry. 21st March 1972

Background imageCoventry Collection: The glory boys... Its been another splendid season for Warwickshire amateur boxing

The glory boys... Its been another splendid season for Warwickshire amateur boxing and pictured are the happy lads who have bought honour to the county

Background imageCoventry Collection: Jaguar Cars, Browns Lane, Coventry. A man and the products of his industrial empire

Jaguar Cars, Browns Lane, Coventry. A man and the products of his industrial empire. Sir William Lyons, who started a modest business manufacturing sidecars in 1922



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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.