Don’t miss out on our Mulled Wine and Christmas Tours taking place in December 1st, 8thand 15th.
Immerse yourself in the festive charm at St Mary’s Guildhall, adorned beautifully for the Christmas season.
🍷Sip on a delightful glass of mulled wine in our picturesque courtyard, nestled beneath a stunning Christmas tree. Afterward, embark on a guided tour through this remarkable 700-year-old building. Learn about Christmas traditions spanning the ages from our knowledgeable guides while soaking in the enchanting atmosphere of St Mary’s, elegantly dressed in its seasonal splendour.
Age 18+ Please note non alcoholic alternative available.
Step into the enchanting holiday atmosphere at St Mary’s Guildhall, adorned in festive splendour, on December 11th and 17th. Embark on a seasonal, guided tour of this historic 700-year-old building, where knowledgeable guides will regale you with tales of Christmas traditions throughout the ages. Immerse yourself in the Christmas charm of the Guildhall, featuring breathtaking decorations, real trees, twinkling lights, and the invigorating scent of evergreen.
Don’t miss the chance to witness the Guildhall Tudors in action in the Medieval Kitchen, as they prepare for the 12 days of Christmas giving visitors an insight into seasonal feasts and games from the Tudor period.
Discover the enchantment of St Mary’s Guildhall with our exclusive Winter Warmer Tours. Step back in time and explore the fascinating 700-year-old building, guided by our knowledgeable and friendly expert guides who will bring the rich history of the Guildhall to life.
Begin your journey with a delightful warming mulled cider in our medieval kitchen, setting the perfect tone for your historical adventure. Our guides will lead you through the grand halls and hidden corners of this remarkable site, sharing captivating stories and insights from its storied past.
Tickets are just £7 per person, offering exceptional value for an unforgettable experience. Please note, this tour is suitable for visitors aged 18 and over. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to embrace the magic of St Mary’s Guildhall this winter!
The Best of Grohl is the ultimate rock show dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl. This four-piece powerhouse delivers an electrifying rock show that will transport you through the iconic hits of Grohl’s illustrious career through bands such as Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Queens Of The Stone Age, Tenacious D, Probot & Them Crooked Vultures.
Ghost Stories and Tudor Superstitions Tour 21st October
Embark on a captivating journey through seven centuries of history at St Mary’s Guildhall, a prominent haunted venue in Coventry.
On October 21st visitors can hear tales of paranormal phenomena and captivating folklore in the stunning and atmospheric building.
Discover the newly unveiled medieval kitchen, where the Guildhall’s Tudor guide will transport you back in time with their narratives of grime and punishment. Find out what a tussy mussy was and delve into the intricacies of superstitions designed to ward off evil. Learn about macabre punishments prevalent during that bygone era such as the ‘scold’s bridle’ and don’t miss the opportunity to come face-to-face with ‘WhatsIt,’ the real life ‘ghost owl,’ previously believed to embody the symbolism of death.
Walking in the footsteps of historical figures such as Mary Queen of Scots and Frederick Douglass, allow our guided ghost stories tour to immerse you in centuries of enthralling history that unfolded in Coventry.
Visitors on this special combined tour will have the chance to marvel at two of Europe’s most remarkable tapestries and uncover centuries of captivating history.
Situated in the vibrant heart of Coventry’s Cathedral Quarter, St Mary’s Guildhall is inviting guests to embark on a journey through seven centuries of rich history with its immersive history-inspired experience – the Tale of Two Tapestries.
The 1 hour and 15 minute guided tour combines a visit to St Mary’s Guildhall Coventry and the world-famous Coventry Cathedral, offering a unique opportunity to discover the rich history of two extraordinary tapestries: the largest tapestry in Europe located in Coventry Cathedral, and the Coventry Tapestry, the oldest tapestry still in its original place after 500 years.
Explore the intricate craftwork and vibrant colours which have stood the test of time, with expert guides revealing enchanting stories woven into the fabric of the two masterpieces, as well as their historical and spiritual significance.
Clark Tracey, a well-established jazz master, recognised as a most inventive jazz drummer, and, having appeared over many years with the world’s jazz greats, arrives with his new quintet of our best and youngest jazz musicians.
A Five-Time Winner of “Best Drummer” in the British Jazz Awards,
Clark Tracey is a proven group leader, writer and arranger. He has revived the famous jazz suites written by his late father, the great pianist & composer Stan Tracey, “Under Milk Wood” and “A Child’s Christmas in Wales”, bringing these masterpieces successfully to admiring younger audiences.
He creates educational Master Classes across the U.K. and continues to be an in-demand performer across the world.
Joining Clark for this Festival concert are jazz musicians, already making waves on the U.K. jazz scene.
Alex Clarke on alto and tenor saxophones is aged 23 and won the Rising Star in the British Jazz Awards 2 years ago and was runner up in the BBC Young Jazz Musician last year. She has successfully released her debut CD “Only A Year” with Dave Newton, Dave Green and Clark.
Emily Masser is an astonishing vocalist, still 20 years of age and attending the Guildhall School of Music. Her vocalese has already introduced her to hardened jazzers, including Claire Martin and Liane Carroll who have both endorsed her and invited her to sit in with them. Daughter of Dean Masser, her years belie her enormous talent, which began at Chetham’s School of Music.
Graham Harvey on piano is one of our most experienced pianists, studied at Berkley, MD of Incognito, Stacey Kent’s pianist and much sought after as a freelancer playing with major stars including
Dave O’Higgins, Alan Barnes and Mark Nightingale.
James Owston on double bass is 27, a graduate of the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and again a runner up in the BBC Young Jazz Musician Finals a few years ago. In our opinion, he is the most technically gifted upright bassist in this country and is now working with a variety of musicians.
Please join us for an inspiring evening of great music, featuring Clark Tracey – a great jazz star and band leader, alongside a combination of today’s and tomorrow’s jazz stars.
“One of the most impressive jazz drummers today” – The Times
Clark Tracey was awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the 2019 Birthday Honours for services to music and the promotion of jazz.
Join our expert volunteers of Charterhouse at Easter. Our experienced volunteer guides will take you on a tour of the building and gardens. Find out about the amazing history of this building then enjoy the different activities that will be available over the Easter period. Every Saturday there will be live music in the gardens and activities for all the family.
This ticket includes general admission to the house and gardens and an annual pass to visit Charterhouse.
Unspoken truths take flight in songs that simmer and seethe with quiet anger, as Joseph gives voice to those robbed of their own. Her debut, Bones You Have Thrown Me and Blood I’ve Spilled, won 2015’s Scottish Album of the Year award. An uncompromising gut-punch that grieved aloud, she mourned passing relationships and, with unimaginable courage, the loss of her son. This possession with truth-telling is her hallmark, digging straight for the heart.
Go Your Own Way – Fleetwood Mac Legacy
Go Your Own Way is a brand new spellbinding show featuring the music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac.
Their rock n roll legacy is beautifully performed by a highly talented and acclaimed ensemble of musicians who will take audiences on a powerful journey through their incredible song book.
With hits including “Dreams”, “Don’t Stop”, “Everywhere”, “Rhiannon”, “Gold Dust Woman”, “Little Lies”, “Big Love” and many more.
Paying tribute to their “Rumours” line up of Stevie, Mick, John, Christine & Lindsey, which remains their most commercially successful to date, this show perfectly recreates the live energy and passion of Fleetwood Mac.
Toronto troubadour Chris A. Cummings (Marker Starling, formerly Mantler) has been playing Melancholy Party Jams since 1999. A solo performer for many years, his preferred weapons were a Wurltizer electric piano and an early pre-programmed drum machine. More recently he has been supported by a Toronto-based band consisting of Dorothea Paas (vocals, guitar) Jay Anderson (drums), Matt McLaren (bass) and Andy Scott (guitar and keyboards).
Our earliest exposures to music can often be the most formative. For Toronto-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Eliza Niemi, that influence came from her Dad who taught her the basics of bass and guitar at home. These childhood experiences of playing music together by ear fostered the sense of playfulness that she’s approached her craft with ever since. They also instilled an ethic in her creative work that prioritizes making music with friends and loved ones. Those honed guitar —and later piano, cello and vocal— skills make Eliza an ideal collaborator: starting in Halifax’s rich music scene with the mid-2010s experimental pop groups New Love Underground and Mauno, and later in her role supporting artists Le Ren, Quaker Parents and Evan J. Cartwright. Through the rhythms of touring and the brilliant spark that’s shared in musical exchange, Eliza found and developed connections across Canada’s DIY music communities. These collaborative moments fuel her creative practice, whether playing solo, in an ensemble or releasing others’ music as the founder of her own label, Vain Mina Records.
Jasmine Myra is a saxophonist, composer and band leader, based in
Leeds. Part of the bustling, creative, cross-genre music scene in the
city she has surrounded herself with some of the best young talent in
the north of England. Her original instrumental music has a euphoric
and uplifting sound, influenced by artists as diverse as Bonobo, Olafur
Arnalds and Kenny Wheeler, artists whose music shares an emotive
quality that you can also hear in Myra’s own compositions.
She has recently signed to Gondwana Records and has been working
with A&R and producer Matthew Halsall, whose keen ear for talent
helped bring the music of GoGo Penguin, Mammal Hands and Hania
Rani to the wider world.
Meet The Curator! Paintings & Sculpture Tours
• Thursday 15 February
• 10.30am & 1.30pm
• Bookable on the day | Limited availability| FREE
• Recommended for ages 7+, but all are welcome.
Join Martin Roberts, our lead Curator at the Herbert, for a 30-minute paintings and sculpture tour, where you will discover key pieces from our spectacular collection on display.
This is a rare opportunity for family groups to gain insight into the gallery pieces and the working life of a museum curator, with an opportunity for a Q&A.
https://www.theherbert.org/whats-on/1788/meet-the-curator-paintings-sculpture-tours