New Coventry business park set to create 1,000 jobs
coventrysociety The Coventry Telegraph has reported that a business park set to create 1,000 jobs will be built on the outskirts of Coventry despite local concerns. Developers have gained the final…
Coventry
Coventry in 1953/4 – The City Prospers…
Historian and CovSoc Committee member, David Fry, has been studying past editions of the Alfred Herbert Newsletter. These Newsletters are much more than just a works magazine and some articles…
Three Libraries to Move
The City Council has approved plans for the relocation of three libraries in the city to save money. Coventry City Council approved plans to move the services in Bell Green,…
Spon End Demolition Commences
Demolition of blocks in the former Spon End council estate has started. Housing association Citizen is working with The Hill Group to demolish Kerry House, Milestone House and Trafalgar House…
The Kenderdine Family
CovSoc member, Peter James, tells us about one of Coventry’s well known families. Peter writes….. Bednall Hall in Staffordshire was built in the early 19th century and became the home…
Back-land Development Refused
The Coventry Telegraph has reported that the City Council’s Planning Committee has refused planning permission for a back-land development in Hillfields. Developers wanted to knock down a gym and house…
Broadgate House Up for Sale?
The BBC’s Local Democracy Reporting Service has reported that Broadgate House is likely to be put up for sale. Broadgate House, is a Grade II listed building that overlooks Coventry’s…
Plans Submitted for Spon End Redevelopment
Citizen Housing have submitted a planning application to redevelop the Spon End estate. The Spon End estate was a 1960’s former council estate which is now under the control of…
Helios Comes to the Charterhouse
Helios, the huge sculpture of the Sun, is to be displayed at the Charterhouse in July and August this year. The famous sculpture is by Luke Jerram. The seven-metre sculpture…
New Operator Sought for Priory Visitor Centre
The Council has invited “Expressions of Interest” for the operational management of the Priory Visitor Centre and Undercroft. The Council is inviting businesses, community groups and organisations to take on…