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Charterhouse

Charterhouse, London Road, Coventry , CV1 2JR

Dating from 1381, Charterhouse is the only Carthusian monastery in the country with surviving interiors.

Explore Charterhouse, and be transported to the unique world of a Carthusian monk.

• Three floors of historic storytelling
• World-class Medieval and Elizabethan wall paintings
• Purnell’s Café and Bistro by Michelin starred chef Glynn Purnell
• Organic walled garden
• 70 acres of wildlife inhabited parkland

Tickets give visitors unlimited entry for a year and support Historic Coventry Trust to preserve this nationally significant building. The venue also hosts an impressive events programme – with everything from world-renowned artists to fun family-friendly activities and tours.

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Opening Times

Thursday - Sunday

10.00 - 16.00

Also open Bank Holiday Mondays

10.00 - 16.00

(last admission 15.00)

 

Closed Christmas Day

Prices

Adult

£9.00

Child (5-17)

£4.50

Child (4 and under)

FREE

Group rate ticket (for over 12 people, price per person)

£8.00

Essential carer ticket

FREE

Historic Houses members

FREE

Facilities

Baby Changing

Café

Dog Friendly

Car Parking

Disabled Access

Picnic Site

Toilets

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