What's On Coventry

Explore the treasures of the archives with a guided behind the scenes tour. You will be provided with an introduction to our collections and have a chance to see some of our more precious items in our varied archives and special collections.

We’ll walk you through making your own hard shell party clutch bag. Choose from our selection of designer and vintage fabric and add a bit of sparkly embellishment too - it’s all included in the price!

Come along and experience one of the most traditional and beautiful examples of Chinese art. Chinese calligraphy is not just a way writing but also a way to express emotions.

Screenprinting was developed hundreds of years ago but it was the Pop Art movement that transformed it into an art form for everyone. In this artist-led workshop, inspired by our current POP! art exhibition, you will create designs and learn the technique of printing.

The London Concertante are delighted to return to Coventry Cathedral in 2018 as part of their 2018 Four Seasons UK tour! Headlined by Vivaldi’s eternal masterpieces, the ensemble present an accompanying programme bursting with classical treats and hidden gems.

Get to know the Star Vehicles of our collection with your little explorer, through interactive stories, songs and hands-on experiences – and all inside our galleries. Each week, we will discover another exciting vehicle story that helps to build a sense of self and a fun introduction to local history.

Running on the second Saturday of each month from April to October (apart from August) this classic car event is free to join. The September event is also part of Coventry Car & Motorcycle Day.

A wide and varied display of beautiful cars from years gone by, on Millennium Place outside the museum.

This May Day weekend celebration features a special crafts theme. Trades which would have been familiar to medieval people will be brought to life against the authentic medieval backdrop of The Weaver’s House and its garden. Skills on show will include woodcarving, brewing, spinning and beekeeping.

Marmozets plus Black Peaks. Artists performing: Marmozets.: Tickets avaiable.

Varied selection of town gardens from small to more formal with interest for all tastes incl a mature garden with deep borders bursting with spring colour; a large garden with extensive lawns and an array of rhododendrons, azaleas and large mature trees; densely planted town garden with sheltered patio area and wilder

Bagot’s Castle, Baginton, CV8 3AR have three children’s trial set in 19 acres of pastureland surrounding the castle. The trails would be suitable for children from the age of 3 to teenagers. This is an enjoyable way for children to learn about the history of Bagot’s Castle.

We will meet at the Oak car park at 12pm, the course starts there with a 20 minute introduction on safe and sustainable foraging, as well as the laws relating to foragers. This will be followed by a walk of around 2.

Throughout the day, a mix of indoor and outdoor tuition will give you the opportunity to learn a variety of common birds found across Brandon Marsh.

A truly wild day out with activities for all ages from cooking to face painting, mini beast hunting to craft and guided walks to pond dipping. There will be something to get everyone wild!

An indoor talk about bats followed by an after dark walk around the reserve with bat detectors to see/hear them.

Join us for an evening of outdoor Yoga, surrounded by the sights and sounds of Brandon Marsh Nature Reserve. With a focus on quietening your mind and connecting with nature, this session is open to all abilities.

New for 2018, a book club focusing on nature themed literature led by a Further Education English Lecturer on the 3rd Tuesday on the month. Book your place online and show your ticket at Kenilworth Books to get 15% off the selected titles. Price includes light refreshments.

The perfect experience for all the family, learn about the joys of campfire cooking. Nothing is more exciting than an outdoor campfire to prepare and cook your meal. On the day you will make damper bread, eaten with tasty dips.

Join the Brandon Marsh Conversation Volunteers for a guided walk around Brandon Marsh, learning from the people who have been caring for the reserve for years.

Come and celebrate Warwickshire’s wonderful woodlands and find out about the Princethorpe Woodlands Living Landscape scheme. There will be guided walks, food stalls, horse drawn timber and craft activities.

Come and try your hand at the ancient skill of greenwood working. Make a small object to take home with you using traditional tools.

This course will dispel the myth that you need a large area to grow your own food. We will demonstrate how, with minimum space, you can produce healthy food organically. We will show you the best techniques for container growing and highlight plants for different environments.

Ex Coventry City star Micky Quinn comes to town for ‘an evening with’. Joining Micky is top comedian Lester Crabtree. Those in attendance will also have opportunities to acquire signed sporting memorabilia and join in a football quiz.

An Evening with ex Coventry and Newcastle star Micky Quinn. Top comedian Lester Crabtree joins Micky for an entertaining evening. Food and chances to acquire signed sporting memorabilia included.

Exceptionally versatile, with a repertoire of three hundred years of music from around the world which they turn upside down and infuse humour, energy, passion and pathos.

Canal History and Heritage - This colourful talk looks at the wonderful world of our inland waterways and describes the fascinating range of features (in all shapes and sizes) associated with the 2,000 mile canal network.

Film Showing A Royal Night Out. Based on a true story A Royal Night Out is a British romantic comedy-drama film directed by Julian Jarrold and written by Trevor de Silva and Kevin Hood.

LILLINGTON BOWLING CLUB: All ages are welcome to join us for a Bowls Introduction Day to try your hand at Bowls and experience a fun and casual environment under the guidance of certified coaches. Light refreshments will be provided in our pleasant facilities.

Wednesday and Sunday services at Leamington Spa NSU Church. Holly Street, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV32 4TN Every Wednesday Service with a Guest Speaker / Medium commences at 2.30 pm. Healing available before the service. Please see notice board for details and Special events.

Wednesday and Sunday services at Leamington Spa NSU Church. Holly Street, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV32 4TN Every Wednesday Service with a Guest Speaker / Medium commences at 2.30 pm. Healing available before the service. Please see notice board for details and Special events.

Packington is the setting for an elegant Capability Brown landscape. Designed from 1750 in 100 acres of parkland which sweeps down to a lake incl 1762 Japanese bridge.

Dynamic images by a pioneer of Pop Art fill this exhibition with colour and energy. Sir Eduardo Paolozzi selfstyled himself the ‘wizard in Toytown’ and, looking at the clashes of imagery and colour, viewers might be inclined to agree.

This wonderful exhibition can’t fail to please with the huge variety of photographs usually brought in. This exhibition always boasts great diversity of images from talented local photographers. Not to forget they’re often on sale for reasonable prices – perfect for sprucing up a wall in time for the summer!

Discover the Museum’s collection of baking and cookery related objects for those with a savoury or sweet tooth. Look through recipe books and collections of favourite recipes for baking inspiration. Find out how peoples’ tastes and the availability of ingredients have changed over time.

Polaroids, traditional photographs and found objects bring this show to life. For ‘Night Lands’, Claire explored the work of her late father who travelled to many different places before she was born.

Discover the museum’s collection of baking and cookery related objects for those with a savoury or sweet tooth. Look through recipe books and collections of favourite recipes for baking inspiration. Find out how peoples’ tastes and the availability of ingredients have changed over time.

Mixed media, embroidery and soft toys are just some of the crafts which local makers present in this diverse and creative show. The items on display vary from delicately intricate to vibrant and full of energy.

All rise…and make their way to the Museum for this blood-curdling show. This exhibition has it all – death, theft and some pretty tough judgements. The borough has its fair share of crime stories and we present a select few for you to preside over.

For Linda Barlow “it became evident many middle-aged women felt they were becoming invisible as they aged. Their hair was going grey, their skin was becoming more sallow, they were bumped into in the street”.

In this museum object handling session, visitors can discover the museum’s collection of baking and cookery related items for those with a savoury or sweet tooth. Look through recipe books and collections of favourite receipes for baking inspiration.

TENORS Un LIMITED is proud to present their newest touring show. Throughout 2018 the guys will tour UK theatres and concert halls performing works from their previous albums and tours as well as new repertoire. This concert series combines the rich vocal harmonies for which Tenors Un Limited are known.

What could be better on a Sunday than enjoying a walk through the picturesque Warwickshire countryside? Walk For Myton on Sunday 13th May is the perfect excuse to get the whole family together for a peaceful walk – even your dog can come along!

UK Subs. Artists performing: UK Subs.: Tickets avaiable.

Leading original specialist fair with up to 80 exhibitors selling fine antique and collectable glass including contemporary artists showing their own work.

Be inspired with over 20 local exhibitors who are ready waiting to help make your dream wedding day a reality exhibitors include Bridalwear, Wedding Car Hire, Photographers, Florists, Wedding Jewellery and Favours, Photobooth Hire plus much much more Free Entry Free Parking Free Goody Bag including a bridal

His hardest battle is the one back home Afghanistan: 2009. Ryan is there to see the world, learn a trade, get a life. Training’s complete, combat is a buzz. But on one particular hot and desperate tour of duty, Ryan sees things he can’t talk about, to anyone.

A high stakes legal drama with echoes of TVs Judge John Deed and Silk. Prosecution and Defence Counsel await the verdict in the trial of a high profile football manager.

The NVCF is an antique-type collectors fair specialising in early technology and featuring thousands of rare and collectable items such as early radios, television receivers, gramophones, telephones, classic valve hi-fi and all manner of electrical and mechanical antiques and collectables.

We offer Sellers the chance to de clutter and make some money from outgrown baby and childrens items and the chance for Buyers to grab some amazing bargains. To book a table please go to our website page: www.mum2mummarket.co.uk/book-a-stall.