Maudslay Dynasty
coventrysociety Historian and CovSoc member Peter James tells us the interesting story of the Maudslay family and the vehicles that they built. Peter writes…. Henry Maudslay was born on 22nd August…
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Another Spigot Mortar
Following our earlier article about the local listing of the Coventry spigot mortar off Bennetts Road, we are pleased to report that a second World War II defensive structure —…
Abbeys and Royalty
Historian and CovSoc member, Peter James, tells us the story of two of Warwickshire’s abbeys and their links to royalty. Peter writes….. Cryfield Men wearing white cloaks with hoods appeared…
Chace Hotel to be Renovated
The Coventry Telegraph has reported that a developer has purchased the Chase Hotel with a view to bringing it back to life as a quality hotel. Telegraph reporter, Danny Thomspson,…
Twentieth Century Society Objects to the Demolition of Coventry Baths
The Twentieth Century Society has formally objected to plans to demolish the Grade II-listed Coventry Central Baths, arguing that the proposal would result in the total and unjustified loss of…
From Hope’s Harbour to Stoke Park School
In November last year, Cov Soc member John Marshall told the story of a grand house in Bray’s Lane, built in 1879 for Otto Striedinger, the Inspector of Factories. The…
Coventry’s Garden Suburb?
Garden Suburbs and Garden Cities were responses to poor housing in polluted cities, aimed at creating healthier living environments. This particular approach to town planning reached its peak in the…
Coventry Swimming Baths – What Next?
Coventry Society has objected to the proposal for listed building consent to demolish the Swimming Baths. This is in keeping with the Society’s policy statement which was agreed in autumn…
Ellen Terry foundation stone returns to city centre
Coventry University has reported that a marble foundation stone laid by Dame Ellen Terry will return to Coventry city centre as Coventry University continues to mark the legacy of one…
Paradise Redeveloped
Our Secretary, John Payne, reflects on the news that Paradise House is to be demolished and its site redeveloped. John writes….. Paradise in an old and interesting neighbourhood in Foleshill,…