St. Marys Guildhall
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Events and activities with a difference


Our fantastic range of events and activities have something for all the family to enjoy. From immersive children's Knight training workshops to hands on living history days, there is so much to enjoy throughout the year at St Mary's Guildhall. 
Sensory Friendly Sessions
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Sensory Friendly Sessions Visitor Admission

We look forward to welcoming you to St Mary's Guildhall, the hidden historic gem in the heart of Coventry City Centre. In this time slot we will be offering a quieter visit, with sounds and noises turned down or off where possible and fewer people around...

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Date: The first Sunday of the month
Price: Adult from £10.80, Child from £5

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St Mary's Guildhall Daytime Visitor Admission

We look forward to welcoming you to St Mary's Guildhall, the hidden historic gem in the heart of Coventry City Centre. Discover 700 years of power, partying and propaganda in a unique historical setting within Coventry's Cathedral Quarter.

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Date: Thursday - Sunday 

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Majestic Monarchs

A right Royal summer of fun is taking place at St Mary’s Guildhall with the launch of their new exhibition, Majestic Monarchs of St Mary’s Guildhall ,and a summer programme filled with trails, crafts and activities all with a royal theme. See more

Date: from 18th July until 30th August 
Price: £9.58

Paint n Sip
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Pimm's and Paint 

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Unlocking the Secrets of the Coventry Treasure Chests

Join furniture restorer and conservator Rachel Sycamore for a fascinating talk exploring the two historic treasure chests in the collection of St Mary's Guildhall, her adventures tracking down historic chests across the Midlands, offering insights into craftsmanship, history and hidden stories behind these treasures. See more. 

Date: 30th August | 2pm
Price: £12.50 Per Person

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Home Educator Day - The Warp and Weft of Weaving

Through interactive learning and hands on activities, this workshop aims to help participants learn more about Coventry's weaving history. Participants will investigate the wool industry in the city and discover how the collapse of the industry affected ordinary people. See more
 
Date: 24th September | 11am | 2 hours | Maximum two adults per booking.
A TASTE OF TEA
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A Taste of Tea - The History and Etiquette of Afternoon Tea

Led by a costumed expert guide, discover how tea was prepared from the 1600s onwards, where Coventry residents bought their tea and what a Victorian afternoon tea at the Guildhall would have been like. The experience continues in the historic Guildroom at Tales of Tea. See more. 

Dates: 27th Septmeber, 16th October, 6th November | 2pm 
Price: £45 Per person 

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Lawmakers and Lawbreakers Talk

Discover the fascinating story of crime and punishment in our city. 
Learn about the history of the Police Service and how policing has changed over time. Find out about the Guildhall's role in keeping law and order Hear stories of real-life Coventry lawbreakers and their punishments, from the stocks to transportation!
 
Date: Saturday 17th October | 11:15am
Price: £7.50 per person
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The Cursed Guildhall

Join us at St Mary's Guildhall for Halloween, with witches and plagues! Spooky fun for all, young and older visitors can enjoy the return of Gertie the witch and her friends, who have taken over some of the Guildhall, making potions and wicked fun in the Great Hall. See more
 
 
Dates: from 24th October 
Price: Normal Admission Charges Apply
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Plague and Performance

Join theatre historian Dr. Will Green as we uncover the macabre, true history of plague in Renaissance Coventry, and performance inside St. Mary's Guildhall. Staged in the very building where these struggling players sought work, revealing the dark, resilient history of regional drama surviving against the odds. See more
 

Dates: 1st November 2026 | 2pm
Price: from £12.50

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WWII Tour of St Mary's Guildhall 

Discover how St Mary’s Guildhall was damaged and survived during the Second World War, how it later became a centre for resistance through anti-war talks and exhibitions, and how it played a vital role in distributing ration books during and after the war.


Date: 15th November,  | 11am 
Price: £15 Per person| recommended for ages 14+

 

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Murder in the Blitz

It’s 1942 and the Guildhall has been turned into a military hospital - but when a patient is found dead in his bunk, it’s up to you to uncover the truth. Question suspects, follow the clues, and discover whodunnit in this immersive wartime murder mystery. See more.
 

Date: 13th November 2026
Price: £45 Per person

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Storytelling with Father Christmas

Join Father Christmas and his merry helpers for festive fun in our beautifully decorated venue. Enjoy storytelling, gingerbread decorating, and children’s crafts, perfect for creating magical family memories. Each child will meet Father Christmas and receive a small chocolate selection box (dietary needs accommodated where possible). 

Dates: 28th November, 5th, 19th & 23rd December | 11am 
Price: £18 Per Child | £9 Per Adult (+ £1 booking fee) 

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Christmas at St Mary's Guildhall 2026

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It's never too soon to start planning for Christmas fun! Dive into the festive spirit with St. Mary’s Guildhall's Christmas 2026 celebrations, featuring delightful daytime storytelling with Father Christmas and a dazzling Gatsby Night in the evening.

There's joy and laughter for everyone. Don't wait—check it out now and book with us to create a fantastically magical Christmas experience in 2026!

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