St Mary’s Guildhall Blog

From the team at the St Mary’s Guildhall, and its passionate volunteers, St Mary’s Guildhalls Blog is where you will be able to uncover some interesting facts, myths and historic information about the building, and its famous tapestry. There will also be some enticing food blogs for those foodies out there!

Spices, Where They Came From and James 1’s St Mary’s Guildhall Feast

Author: St Mary's Guildhall

Written by Chris Harris At St Mary’s Guildhall, we have new game stations in the Medieval Kitchen and Great Hall, with two interactive games...

The Marguerite Tapestry

Author: Diane Wood

This blog was written by Diane Wood, the designer and weaver who lead on The Big Weave at St Mary’s Guildhall. This abbreviated excerpt...

Top Places to Dine in Coventry | Tales of Tea at St Mary's Guildhall

Author: St Mary's Guildhall

Looking for top places to dine in Coventry? Tales of Tea at St Mary's Guildhall is a must-visit. Located in the heart of the...

Author: St Mary's Guildhall

Cosy Afternoon at Tales of Tea in Coventry As the days grow colder, there’s nothing better than indulging in a cosy afternoon tea in...

Discover a Hidden Gem for Unforgettable Dining in Coventry

Author: St Mary's Guildhall

Nestled within the historic grounds of St Mary’s Guildhall, Tales of Tea offers an unforgettable dining in Coventry experience that combines delicious cuisine with...

Journey Around the Dragons of St Mary’s Guildhall

Author: Volunteer Blogger, Chris Harris

Journey Around the Dragons of St Mary’s Guildhall Amongst the array of impressive architectural features and works of art that fill St Mary’s Guildhall,...

Ceremony and Symbolism: Mayor Making at St Mary’s Guildhall, Coventry in the 17th Century

Author: Volunteer Blogger, Stewart Fergusson

‘Cultural analysis is...guessing at meanings, assessing the guesses and drawing explanatory conclusions...’ C. Geertz, The Interpretation of Cultures, p.20 In his book Architecture and...