Coventry Council House

Coventry Council House is the town hall with a prominent clock tower topped by a statue of St Michael overseeing the city. The four-story building features a stone exterior in Tudor-Revival style and continues to serve as the seat of municipal administration.

Construction began in 1913 and finished in 1917 to house the city's administrative functions and replace the former St Mary's Guildhall as the council seat. The building sustained damage during the 1940 Coventry Blitz but recovered to continue its role in city governance.

Stone statues above the entrance represent local historical figures and were added in 1924 to honor those connected to the city's past. Today visitors can see these representations and recognize the people that shaped Coventry's identity.

The building stands in the city center and is easily accessible on foot from the main shopping areas. Visitors can view the exterior, admire the statues and tower, and appreciate the stonework from street level.

During the 1940 Coventry Blitz, the building lost several stained glass windows to bombing damage. These windows were intricate artworks and their loss left visible gaps that still remind visitors of the wartime damage the city endured.

Location: Coventry

Inception: 1917

Architectural style: Tudor architecture

Floors above the ground: 4

Website: http://coventry.gov.uk/directory_record/66/the_council_house

GPS coordinates: 52.40720,-1.50790

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:07