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Coventry, Warwickshire

Coventry is an ancient city in Warwickshire. Highlights include the ruins of the 11th-century St Mary's Priory and Cathedral; the 14th-century St Michael's Cathedral (the Old Cathedral); the New Cathedral, opened in 1962, designed by Sir Basil Spence; St Mary's Guildhall including the Coventry Tapestry; and the London Road Cemetery. The city is within the council area of Coventry.

Place Type: City
Historic County: Warwickshire
Lat, Long: 52.408334,-1.510246
Grid Reference: SP 3341 7903
Council Area: Coventry CA
Strategic Authority Area: West Midlands SA
Police Area: West Midlands PA

GBPN ID: 11138
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Coventry,_Warwickshire_11138

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