Look to the future and start planning post-lockdown trips
WANTING to plan some trips and things to do when the coronavirus lockdown is over?
Many of us are looking to the future, to think about all the things we can do when social distancing is a thing of the past.
There are plenty of things to see, do and visit in Coventry and Warwickshire, if you are looking to plan a few trips.
Check out our Coventry and Warwickshire bucket list below...
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL
POSSIBLY Coventry’s most iconic landmark, if it was good enough for the Royals to visit, it certainly makes our list.
The ruins of the old cathedral and the impressive rebuild are both must-sees for any visitors to the city.
See Coventry from a new perspective. If you do go to the cathedral, why not go one step further? Or rather, a few hundred steps further.
Providing that there isn’t a bell ringing session in progress, visitors have the option to climb the cathedral’s spire.
It’s a long way to the top, but the views are worth it.
COVENTRY MARKET
COVENTRY’S market is a bustling haven of fresh goods.
Open Monday to Saturday, the market sells all sorts, from flowers to fresh meat, fish, fruit and vegetables.
COVENTRY TRANSPORT MUSEUM
PERFECT for petrol heads, the British Motor Museum in Gaydon makes for a great weekend activity.
With tours, interactive displays, and of course, more than 300 cars to marvel at, there’s something for everyone.
Don’t want to travel to Gaydon? Then we have the transport museum in the city centre which is a more than ample substitute.
ENJOY A COFFEE
NO disrespect to the Costas and Starbucks of the world, but our region has a whole host of independent coffee shops to choose from.
The Rising Cafe, Cafe Italia and Mrs Bee’s Potting Shed Cafe are popular choices according to Trip Advisor, but we have to go for Flames, for their reasonably priced breakfasts.
VISIT LADY GODIVA STATUE
ONE of Coventry’s most iconic landmarks, Lady Godiva sits astride her horse in the middle of Broadgate.
Legend has it that she rode through Coventry completely naked to gain a remission of the oppressive taxation that her husband imposed on his tenants.
The historical accuracy has previously been questioned, but in any case, it is a landmark worth seeing, and a useful meeting point for friends in a busy shopping precinct.
CURRY TRIANGLE
DINE on curry in Kenilworthcoventry and Warwickshire may be just south of the Balti Triangle, but it doesn’t mean that our region doesn’t have some culinary delights of its own.
Top of the list is the Indian Edge in Kenilworth. The award-winning restaurant and takeaway serves up a scrumptious range of pan-asian dishes. We’re getting hungry just writing this.
BELGRADE THEATRE
CATCH a show at the Belgradesick of sticking to the TV for your evening entertainment? Head down to Coventry’s Belgrade theatre, for a real mixture of shows for your viewing pleasure.
There is truly something for all ages here - why not take in The Sound of the Music?
KENILWORTH CASTLE
ONE of the finest castles to still be standing, Kenilworth Castle is a fascinating insight into days gone by, and a perfect place to visit.
It has a varied history, from its time as a medieval fortress to an Elizabethan palace, and offers stunning views and photo opportunities.
A PINT AT THE OLD WINDMILL
COVENTRY has a bustling nightlife scene, but if you want that perfect pint, there can’t be many better places than the Old Windmill on Spon Street.
The Grade Ii-listed pub is believed to be the oldest in the city, and serving up a large selection of real ales and ciders, it is a definite highlight of Coventry’s pub scene.
AFTERNOON TEA AT COOMBE ABBEY
COOMBE Abbey is stunning in itself, but its afternoon tea selection truly stands out, and makes for a marvellous gift experience for a loved one.
With a number of different tea selections on offer, there can’t be anyone out there who wouldn’t enjoy this.
Even better, some of the tea selections come with an added sparkle of prosecco, or gin.
THE WAVE
THIS is a new attraction on the list, being completed last year.
It is a a great place to take the kids, as it has a splash park, lazy river and a number of larger, faster slides for the older ones.
If you haven’t been to check it out, watch our Gopro footage of the slides below.
CATCH A GIG AT THE KASBAH OR THE EMPIRE
IN recent times, Coventry has been overlooked by big bands on tour, with many preferring nearby venues in Birmingham and Solihull. But with two stand out venues in our city, that is slowly changing. A number of big names have come to Cov in recent times, and more look set to follow, including the likes of Artful Dodger and The Cribs. With the Empire set to open
in a new city centre venue, what better time to support the local live music scene?
COVENTRY TRANSPORT MUSEUM
ALREADY mentioned earlier, this is smack bang in the city centre, Coventry’s Transport Museum is perfect for teaching the younger ones all about Coventry’s history as the UK’S motor city.
WAR MEMORIAL PARK
A BEAUTIFULLY scenic place to visit, whatever time of year, War Memorial Park is a must visit.
In summer, it is perfect for a picnic, whilst in winter, the Remembrance Service held at the monument is particularly poignant.
FARGO VILLAGE
EVERYONE knows that it’s there, but a lot of people have never visited Fargo village. That needs to change.
Home to a number of quirky shops, Fargo is a great place to spend an afternoon.
But the best is in the food and drink. Have a swift pint at the Twisted Barrel Brewery, and demolish a sausage roll or three at Saus ‘N Roll. You won’t regret it.
CHARLECOTE PARK, NEAR STRATFORD,
CHARLECOTE Park is home to a menagerie of wild animals, and makes for a perfect place to take some snazzy snaps of the countryside, and the impressive looking Charlecote House.
Even better, the park recently announced extended opening hours and new dog walking routes.
VISIT SHAKESPEARE’S BIRTHPLACE
IT’S a bit further out than most of the other activities on this list, but if you haven’t got yourself down to Stratford, you really should.
A historic and quaint town, it truly is a place that you have to visit to truly understand. And once here, Shakespeare’s birthplace is the one place that you simply have to see. Trust us.