Herbert Art Gallery & Museum is a great place to delve into Coventry’s history and engage with art and culture.
The venue is also home to Dippy the dinosaur – a life-size, plaster-of-paris replica of a Diplodocus carnegii skeleton.
Tickets can be booked in advance, with a limited amount available for walk ins on the day.
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum is a great place to delve into Coventry’s history and engage with art and culture.
The venue is also home to Dippy the dinosaur – a life-size, plaster-of-paris replica of a Diplodocus carnegii skeleton.
Tickets can be booked in advance, with a limited amount available for walk ins on the day.
In our landmark building, across the region, the UK and online, we will use theatre to entertain, inspire, share the city’s stories, uncover hidden histories and unleash the creativity in our communities.
The Belgrade is the largest professional theatre in Coventry and so we act as both the city and region’s commercial and producing theatre. We are also highly respected for our ground-breaking community and education initiatives. In January 2022 the Belgrade welcomed two new leaders – Laura Elliot as Chief Executive and Corey Campbell as Creative Director.
Meet Santa, ride his sleigh and make family memories to cherish!
BOOKING COMING SOON
Wander through a magical winter wonderland and snowy scenes before taking a ride on Coventry famous and enchanting vintage sleigh, pulled by two trusty reindeer. Your next stop? Lapland. Write your Christmas wish list, meet Santa in his festive grotto, tell him your Christmas wishes and collect your bespoke gift from a North pole elf.
What to Expect This Year:
Vintage Sleigh Ride
Meet Santa
Visit Santa’s workshop for some fun festive activities
Free admission to the museum for the day
Ticket holders will receive a small gift (excluding babes in arms without a separate ticket and accompanying adults)
West Orchards Shopping Centre – Level 1
Indulge in our traditional festive standard or sparkling afternoon tea within the stylish and relaxed Forme & Chase restaurant
We are a conference and events venue in Coventry located near major road and rail networks and nestled discreetly in 160 acres of Warwickshire Countryside. We offer bespoke events for both corporate clients and to the public. These events include Conferences, Product Launches, Award Ceremonies, Catwalk Fashion Shows, Seminars, Exhibitions, Team Building, Corporate Fun days, Weddings, Dinner Dances and Parties, epic Christmas Parties and so much more.
Step into our Father Christmas Experience for some magical festive fun!
Enjoy a 15-minute Elf Show full of sing-along Christmas carols, interactive dancing and festive fun.
Get your creative juices flowing and decorate your very own freshly handmade festive gingerbread biscuit.
Feed our real-life reindeer* their favourite festive treat, Norwegian Moss.
Meet Father Christmas in his grotto 1-2-1 and receive a magical gift token ready to be swapped for a gift from our Elf Workshop.
Finish your visit at our streetfood & bar area tucking into bratwurst hot dogs, loaded chips, smashed burgers and a full selection of drinks including hot chocolate, mulled wine, draught lager and soft drinks.
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This experience is all inside our Events Shed with minimal heating – please dress for the weather.
Festive Streetfood & Eco-Skating are not part of our Father Christmas Experience, but are available to purchase separately.
*Please note as we have a small herd of our own reindeer, if they fall pregnant or for veterinary reasons, they may not be included in the experience.
Full T&C’s on our website.
Step into our Father Christmas Experience for some magical festive fun!
Enjoy a 15-minute Elf Show full of sing-along Christmas carols, interactive dancing and festive fun.
Get your creative juices flowing and decorate your very own freshly handmade festive gingerbread biscuit.
Feed our real-life reindeer* their favourite festive treat, Norwegian Moss.
Meet Father Christmas in his grotto 1-2-1 and receive a magical gift token ready to be swapped for a gift from our Elf Workshop.
Finish your visit at our streetfood & bar area tucking into bratwurst hot dogs, loaded chips, smashed burgers and a full selection of drinks including hot chocolate, mulled wine, draught lager and soft drinks.
—
This experience is all inside our Events Shed with minimal heating – please dress for the weather.
Festive Streetfood & Eco-Skating are not part of our Father Christmas Experience, but are available to purchase separately.
*Please note as we have a small herd of our own reindeer, if they fall pregnant or for veterinary reasons, they may not be included in the experience.
Full T&C’s on our website.
Warwick Arts Centre has a mission to connect people, in person or online, through art. Expect to see new cinemas, an accessible ground floor gallery, brand-new restaurant, and a larger and welcoming foyer.
Warwick Arts Centre has a mission to connect people, in person or online, through art. Expect to see new cinemas, an accessible ground floor gallery, brand-new restaurant, and a larger and welcoming foyer.
Warwick Arts Centre has a mission to connect people, in person or online, through art. Expect to see new cinemas, an accessible ground floor gallery, brand-new restaurant, and a larger and welcoming foyer.
With 500 acres of beautiful gardens, woodland, lakeside walks, and bird hides, there’s plenty to explore.
Coventry’s hidden gem, St Mary’s Guildhall, is one of the finest Guildhalls in the country. A rare survivor of the English Civil War and the Blitz, it has reopened as a visitor attraction following a £6 million programme of restoration.
With its rich history of partying, power and propaganda, St Mary’s Guildhall has acted as the centre of power in England during the War of the Roses, housed the crown jewels, been the prison of Mary Queen of Scots and hosted famous literary figures, such as George Eliot.
Located on Bayley Lane in Coventry city centre’s Cathedral quarter, St Mary’s Guildhall is now open seven days a week. Visitors of all ages can discover its many stories with brand new cutting-edge digital tours and augmented reality, where figures from the past come to life.
A Guildhall full of fascinating stories
Ruling the city: The ancient St Mary’s Guildhall survives the Second World War as an emblem of medieval Coventry’s resilience and rebirth.
Food and feasting: The Guildhall’s medieval kitchen became a soup kitchen to feed Coventry’s poor and destitute during great hardship in the 1800s.
Masters of the medieval era: The Guildhall’s Armoury room became the weapon store for the successful defence of the city following repeated royalist attacks.
Fit for royalty: Between 1569 and 1570, 27 year old Mary Queen of Scots was detained at St Mary’s Guildhall on behalf of Queen Elizabeth I ‘for her own protection’.
Accessibility
For everyone to enjoy St Mary’s Guildhall, there is a lift to the first floor and rising platform into the Muniment Room. There is a new spiral staircase to the 2nd floor and where access is not step free, 360 panoramic views of the rooms are available on the digital tour tablets.
There are toilet and baby changing facilities on the ground floor located opposite the Cloisters.
Please note we are currently operating a cashless environment and will only be accepting card payments.
*Please note due to unforeseen circumstances and private events, opening times may differ. Before traveling you are advised to check our ticket booking calendar to view availability.
Founded in 1150 AD as the Abbey of Cumbe, Coombe Abbey Hotel enjoys a rich and fascinating history, with ties to royalty and the Gunpowder Plot. With 121 rooms and wedding, conference and banqueting facilities, you can stay with us for a relaxing weekend away or celebrate the most special of occasions.
Coventry’s hidden gem, St Mary’s Guildhall, is one of the finest Guildhalls in the country. A rare survivor of the English Civil War and the Blitz, it has reopened as a visitor attraction following a £6 million programme of restoration.
With its rich history of partying, power and propaganda, St Mary’s Guildhall has acted as the centre of power in England during the War of the Roses, housed the crown jewels, been the prison of Mary Queen of Scots and hosted famous literary figures, such as George Eliot.
Located on Bayley Lane in Coventry city centre’s Cathedral quarter, St Mary’s Guildhall is now open seven days a week. Visitors of all ages can discover its many stories with brand new cutting-edge digital tours and augmented reality, where figures from the past come to life.
A Guildhall full of fascinating stories
Ruling the city: The ancient St Mary’s Guildhall survives the Second World War as an emblem of medieval Coventry’s resilience and rebirth.
Food and feasting: The Guildhall’s medieval kitchen became a soup kitchen to feed Coventry’s poor and destitute during great hardship in the 1800s.
Masters of the medieval era: The Guildhall’s Armoury room became the weapon store for the successful defence of the city following repeated royalist attacks.
Fit for royalty: Between 1569 and 1570, 27 year old Mary Queen of Scots was detained at St Mary’s Guildhall on behalf of Queen Elizabeth I ‘for her own protection’.
Accessibility
For everyone to enjoy St Mary’s Guildhall, there is a lift to the first floor and rising platform into the Muniment Room. There is a new spiral staircase to the 2nd floor and where access is not step free, 360 panoramic views of the rooms are available on the digital tour tablets.
There are toilet and baby changing facilities on the ground floor located opposite the Cloisters.
Please note we are currently operating a cashless environment and will only be accepting card payments.
*Please note due to unforeseen circumstances and private events, opening times may differ. Before traveling you are advised to check our ticket booking calendar to view availability.
West Orchards Shopping Centre – Level 1
With the best of the heart of England in easy reach and everything you need waiting for you when you get back, Village Hotel Coventry is a great choice. Whether it’s business or pleasure, stay in style in a place with real character. Relax in our stylish bedrooms. Work out in our impressive gym. Chill out and dine out in the Pub & Grill and enjoy a little you-time in our
Often referred to by their customers in reviews as a ‘hidden gem’ The Quicken Tree Bar, Grill and Restaurant is situated on the Meriden Road, and offers an variety of events and amazing food to suit the whole family.
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum is a great place to delve into Coventry’s history and engage with art and culture.
The venue is also home to Dippy the dinosaur – a life-size, plaster-of-paris replica of a Diplodocus carnegii skeleton.
Tickets can be booked in advance, with a limited amount available for walk ins on the day.
With the best of the heart of England in easy reach and everything you need waiting for you when you get back, Village Hotel Coventry is a great choice. Whether it’s business or pleasure, stay in style in a place with real character. Relax in our stylish bedrooms. Work out in our impressive gym. Chill out and dine out in the Pub & Grill and enjoy a little you-time in our
The Regent Theatre panto will be paved with gold!
The Regent Theatre panto will be paved with gold!
Coventry’s hidden gem, St Mary’s Guildhall, is one of the finest Guildhalls in the country. A rare survivor of the English Civil War and the Blitz, it has reopened as a visitor attraction following a £6 million programme of restoration.
With its rich history of partying, power and propaganda, St Mary’s Guildhall has acted as the centre of power in England during the War of the Roses, housed the crown jewels, been the prison of Mary Queen of Scots and hosted famous literary figures, such as George Eliot.
Located on Bayley Lane in Coventry city centre’s Cathedral quarter, St Mary’s Guildhall is now open seven days a week. Visitors of all ages can discover its many stories with brand new cutting-edge digital tours and augmented reality, where figures from the past come to life.
A Guildhall full of fascinating stories
Ruling the city: The ancient St Mary’s Guildhall survives the Second World War as an emblem of medieval Coventry’s resilience and rebirth.
Food and feasting: The Guildhall’s medieval kitchen became a soup kitchen to feed Coventry’s poor and destitute during great hardship in the 1800s.
Masters of the medieval era: The Guildhall’s Armoury room became the weapon store for the successful defence of the city following repeated royalist attacks.
Fit for royalty: Between 1569 and 1570, 27 year old Mary Queen of Scots was detained at St Mary’s Guildhall on behalf of Queen Elizabeth I ‘for her own protection’.
Accessibility
For everyone to enjoy St Mary’s Guildhall, there is a lift to the first floor and rising platform into the Muniment Room. There is a new spiral staircase to the 2nd floor and where access is not step free, 360 panoramic views of the rooms are available on the digital tour tablets.
There are toilet and baby changing facilities on the ground floor located opposite the Cloisters.
Please note we are currently operating a cashless environment and will only be accepting card payments.
*Please note due to unforeseen circumstances and private events, opening times may differ. Before traveling you are advised to check our ticket booking calendar to view availability.
A series of workshops that explores use of physical programming in modern vehicles.
Book Via the Form Below | £50 Per Child Per Workshop Series*
*The workshop series includes 6 two hour sessions. Attendees must commit to at least 4 out of 6 sessions.
For Ages 7-11
A series of workshops that explores use of physical programming in modern vehicles. Across the 6 sessions we will develop our programming skills with the use of Microbits and Crumble kits, creating functioning hardware to improve safety in cars and making self-driving cars.
Throughout the course of completing the workshop series, your children will be working towards their CREST award – a scheme that encourages children to think and behave like scientists and future engineers: CREST Awards.
The themes of the workshop series are:
Wednesday 5 February
An introduction to physical programming. In this session we will work through a number of short tasks and games to familiarise ourselves with the use of Microbits and Crumble.
Wednesday 12 February
Explore the use of physical programming to create sensors that can read and calculate distance and speed. In this session we will use Microbits to create a tool that can use the rotation of a wheel to calculate the speed of a moving vehicle and to read the distance it has travelled while moving.
Wednesday 19 February
Explore the use of physical programming to create safety and security features for a car. In this session we will use Microbits to create alarm systems for a car door, product testing each other’s designs to see who can create the most thief proof car alarm.
Wednesday 26 February
Combine your design and programming skills to create your own miniature electric vehicle with automated parking manoeuvres. In this session we will be using Polydron building sets to design and build our own model cars and adding motorised wheels and Crumble boards to develop algorithms that allow the cars to parallel park themselves.
Wednesday 5 March
Further explore the use of physical programming to create safety and security features for a car. In this session we will look at the use of light sensors to create safety features and control car movement.
Wednesday 12 March
Explore the use of physical programming to create a maze solving robot. In this session we will combine our Polydron building sets with the physical programming components of Crumble to attempt to create automated vehicles that can find their way through a maze.
FAQ’s:
Can my child attend the workshop on their own?
Yes. While we are happy for you to attend the workshop with your child, all of our facilitators and workshop leads are DBS checked and your child will be in a safe space throughout the workshop. If you and your child choose to attend the workshop on their own, we kindly ask you to remain in the building for the duration of the workshop.
Can I bring a younger sibling, age 0-5?
Each Wednesday we are running our free Mini Museum Engineers play sessions which would be a perfect space for your youngest to engage with STEM concepts in a playful and explorative way – while your 7-11 year-old attends their own workshop.
What if I think my child of 5-6 or 11+ year old would be interested in the workshop?
We believe that you know your children best and will evaluate whether this workshop is the right fit for them. Our facilitators are specialists in making any content meaningful to each ability but do get in touch if you have questions about the content and resources that are used during the workshops.
(Email our Family Learning Coordinator Anja Keitel-Campsall anja@cvlife.co.uk)
Booking Form:
If you would like to booking a place on our workshop series, please fill out the form below. One of the team will then contact you to arrange a time to make the payment over the phone.
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Warwick Arts Centre has a mission to connect people, in person or online, through art. Expect to see new cinemas, an accessible ground floor gallery, brand-new restaurant, and a larger and welcoming foyer.