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The United Kingdom is a treasure trove of history, culture, and architectural wonders. From medieval gatehouses and timber-framed buildings to modern sculptures and solemn memorials, every corner offers a glimpse into the layered stories of the past. This section brings together some of the most intriguing places across the UK: heritage structures, public landmarks, churches, streetscapes, and overlooked corners, each documented through original visits and photographs. Whether you're drawn to centuries-old churches, atmospheric ruins, or striking examples of civic pride, these articles aim to offer a deeper appreciation of the built and cultural legacy that defines the British landscape.

Cities


Heritage Sites

10 & 10 A Hay Lane, Coventry

Anglican Chapel, London Road Cemetery, Coventry

Bayley Lane Cottage, Coventry

Blitz Museum, Coventry

Cook Street Gate, Coventry

Council House, Coventry

County Hall, Coventry

Coventry Boy, Coventry

Coventry Cross, Coventry

Charter House Heritage Park, Coventry

Cross Cheaping, Coventry

Draper's Hall, Coventry

Ford's Hospital, Coventry

Frank Whittle Statue, Coventry

Governor's House, Coventry

Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry

Holy Trinity Church, Coventry

Italianate Lodge, London Road Cemetery, Coventry

Lady Godiva Statue, Coventry

Lady Herbert's Garden, Coventry

Lloyd's Bank Building, Coventry

London Road Cemetery, Coventry

Lychgate Cottages, Coventry

Medieval Ruins, Coventry

Mortuary Room, London Road Cemetery, Coventry

Naiad Sculpture, Coventry

Nonconformist Chapel, London Road Cemetery, Coventry

Old Fire Station, Coventry

Paxton's Arboretum, London Road Cemetery, Coventry

Paxton Memorial, London Road Cemetery, Coventry

Philip Larkin Pub, Coventry

Phoenix Tree Sculpture, Coventry

Priory Row, Coventry

Prospect Tower, London Road Cemetery, Coventry

SPAR storefront, Coventry

Spon Street, Coventry

Spon Street - 1 & 2, Coventry

Spon Street - Arched Timber Market Building, Coventry

Spon Street - Black Swan Terrace, Coventry

Spon Street Building 1, Coventry

Spon Street Building 2, Coventry

Spon Street Building 3, Coventry

Spon Street Building 4, Coventry

Spon Street Building 5, Coventry

Spon Street Building 6, Coventry

Spon Street - Frank Harvey, Coventry

Spon Street - Green Dragon, Coventry

Spon Street - Haberdashery Cafe, Coventry

Spon Street - Magnifisense Building, Coventry

Spon Street - The Old Windmill, Coventry

Spon Street - Turmeric Gold, Coventry

Spon Street - Watch Close, Coventry

St. George's Church, Coventry

St. Mary's Cathedral, Coventry

St. Mary's Guildhall, Coventry

St. Michael's Triumph, Coventry

Swanswell Gate, Coventry

The Bier Store, London Road Cemetery, Coventry

The Cathedral, Coventry

The Chapel of Unity, Coventry

The College of Bablake and Bond's Hospital, Coventry

The Coventry Doom, Coventry

The Flying Standard Pub, Coventry

The Golden Cross, Coventry

The Oak Inn, Coventry

The Old Grammar School, Coventry

The Phoenix, Coventry

The Precinct, Coventry

The Public Bench, Coventry

The Squirrel, Coventry

The Whittle Arch, Coventry

Transport Museum, Coventry

Victorian Post Box, Coventry

Whitefriars, Coventry

Whitefriars Gatehouse, Coventry


Churches

Anglican Chapel, London Road Cemetery, Coventry

Coventry Cross, Coventry

Holy Trinity Church, Coventry

Nonconformist Chapel, London Road Cemetery, Coventry

St. George's Church, Coventry

St. Mary's Cathedral, Coventry

The Cathedral, Coventry

The Coventry Doom, Coventry

The New Cathedral, Coventry

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