The Charterhouse, Coventry

The Charterhouse is a Carthusian monastery in Coventry featuring medieval architecture with timber framing, original doors, and windows from the 18th century. The site includes a red sandstone wall that defines the original monastery boundaries and reflects its historical layout.

Founded in 1381 as a Carthusian monastery, the site functioned as a religious community until the Dissolution of Monasteries in the 16th century. The building underwent changes after this point but retained its core medieval structures and layout.

The interior walls display preserved paintings from the 15th and 16th centuries that show how medieval religious communities expressed their faith through art. These works help visitors understand the spiritual life that once filled this space.

The site sits on London Road in Coventry and opened to visitors in April 2023 after significant restoration work. Plan enough time to walk through the different spaces and appreciate both the exterior walls and interior rooms.

The red sandstone wall of the precinct carries a Grade II* heritage listing and marks the original boundary of the monastic area. This preserved wall demonstrates the extent and importance that the Carthusian community once held in Coventry.

Location: Coventry

Inception: 14 century

GPS coordinates: 52.40103,-1.49475

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:41