There's only a few days to go until we’re back in the War Memorial Park for Godiva Festival 2022!
Have a query with your Go CV account, want to collect a card, or need help setting up a family group? The Go CV Team will be there and will be more than happy to help.
You could find us in the Family Field at the War Memorial Park between 1.00pm and 4.00pm on Saturday and Sunday alongside loads of family activities - check out the family activities on the Godiva Festival website.
With a stacked line-up featuring headline performances from Tom Grennan, The Libertines and Bananarama join us for three days of creative family friendly entertainment and incredible live performances from top name acts.
Explore the full line up and ticket options.
*Go CV ticket price offer has now ended.
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Businesses can sign-up to new Go CV app for FREE
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There's more good news too - a new Go CV app is coming soon, please remember to tell your family and friends to sign-up to Go CV so they'll be ready to hear all about it first.
So far there's 120+ businesses already registered. If you're a business owner or involved in marketing you can find out more on the website on how to register your business.
Exciting times ahead and here's to the next milestone in 2022.
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St Mary’s Guildhall offers visitors a new immersive experience with cutting edge interpretation, hands on activities, as well as the opportunity to explore the newly uncovered Medieval Kitchen, one of the best preserved in the country, which is fully accessible for the first time in almost 100 years.
Visitors are invited to discover 700 years of power, propaganda, and partying, right in the heart of Coventry historic Cathedral Quarter.
Great news - there's discounted entry for Go CV and free entry for Go CV+
To obtain your discounted tickets please book in person either in advance or on your day of visit direct from St Mary's Guildhall [subject to availability].
Also, No Ordinary Hospitality Management (NOHM), which operates four-star Coombe Abbey Hotel in Brinklow, has unveiled an elegant underground café – Tales of Tea in the vaulted undercroft at St Mary’s Guildhall – believed to be the oldest part of the building constructed in around 1392 – and will be a key part of the new visitor attraction.
Afternoon teas at Coombe have won national acclaim – and for the first time are moving into the city. A new menu has been launched as part of the experience and working with top UK and local suppliers in order to source the highest quality ingredients.
To make a reservation or party booking at St Mary’s Guildhall’s new Tales of Tea tea room between 10am and 4.30pm call a member of the team on 02476 430 535.
You can visit the St Mary's Guildhall website for further details.
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Wrestle Carnival presents Charles Crowley's Fun House from Coventry's HMV Empire on Saturday 10 September for the final event of the year.
The Variety Wrestling Show returns to Coventry and they're bringing some of the UK's biggest stars and top upcomers.
Includes three championship matches and a fun house match.
- Robbie X and Mark Haskins w/Vicky Haskins vs Leon Slater and Dereiss
- Charles Crowley vs Gene Munny w/ Jerry Bakewell as special referee
- Ava vs Clementine
- Joseph Conners vs Brady Phillips
Doors 3pm | First Bell 4pm | Ends 7pm |
Book tickets - using promo-code GoCov for 15% off
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Go CV discount applies for the next Quiet Time session at The Wave on Friday 2 September 1.00 - 3.00pm
A fun-filled experience within a calm and relaxing environment with no music, sensory toys in the lazy river as well as accessible changing facilities.
Ideal for families and individuals who have complex needs and disabilities.
[Note: when purchasing a Disabled or Carer ticket, please ensure you bring proof of identity.]
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The Dinosaurs have escaped in West Orchards Shopping Centre and we need your help to find them all.
Free activity - pick up an activity sheet, find the dinosaurs, answer the questions and enter the competition.
It is going to be ROARSOME!
You can find a free dino trail until 11 September.
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The free Bands in the Park continue into September in some of Coventry’s beautiful parks. Bring the family and enjoy some great music in fabulous surroundings.
The last one this season takes place on Sunday 11 September between 2pm to 3.30pm at Caludon Castle Park (Part of Heritage Open Days) - Phoenix Rock N Roll Band
Find out more about the Bands in the Park.
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This year’s National Heritage Open Days will take place between Friday 9 September and Sunday 18 September 2022.
Once again Coventry is proud to take part. Coventry is one of the cities that has participated since the beginning of Heritage Open Days 28 years ago and we are thrilled to once again be able to showcase the fantastic places in and around the city once more.
City Centre Walking Tours
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Saturday 10 September: 11am - Medieval Tour
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Saturday 10 September: 2.30pm - Literary Tour
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Sunday 11 September: 11am - Coventry Tour
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Saturday 17 September: 2.00pm – Coventry Tour
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Sunday 18 September: 2.30pm - Literary Tour
Please meet outside the Council House on Earl Street. Tours will last 1 - 1.5 hours approximately. Limited to 20 per tour (If too many people turn up then it will be a first come first served basis).
Follow the website to download the full 2022 brochure.
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A reminder that all Go CV card holders will be able to get a 20% discount on all home fixture tickets – this includes tickets for both adults and children (under 3’s go free).
To book tickets and see the full 2022/23 season fixtures please visit Matchday Tickets - Coventry Rugby.
Exclusive discount code for Go CV cardholders only is Butts20
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Why not book an Adult Education course and improve your skills?
The new Choice magazine is now available for Autumn Term courses in 2022. The Adult Education Service in Coventry offers a choice of courses in a wide range of subjects. Each year thousands of people take the opportunity to learn a new skill, gain a qualification, find out more about something they are interested in, or simply make new friends.
Don't forget if you receive qualifying benefits you can pay the heavily reduced Go CV+ price.
Check to see if you qualify for Go CV+
Please ensure your Go CV+ account is fully validated before you enrol.
Browse the website to see what courses are available now.
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Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce is launching a brand new programme to support businesses in the Creative sector in Coventry.
The package of support will include 1:1 support and a range of online workshops to help businesses improve their social media and marketing capabilities.
Taster Sessions
- Tuesday 13th September, 9am – 10am
- Wednesday 28th September, 9am – 10am
- Tuesday 11th October, 9am – 10am
In this one hour webinar businesses will be able to meet up and learn about the free digital training and 1:1 support available. They will have the opportunity to take part in polls to identify particular things they want to learn more about, plus pick up quick tips to get going straight away to survive and thrive in these difficult times.
- Overview of free workshops, training and one to one support available
- Social SOS - Instagram and Facebook tips to implement quickly
- Quick to action Social Media and Digital Marketing tips
- Have their say - what online training would benefit them most.
Many of you need to revalidate your address and/or benefits on your account so you can take advantage of all the Go CV offers. Please check your account is up to date and fully validated. Access your Go CV account.
There's lots of information on our website including the frequently asked questions.
If you still need help, please email us.
Hear the news first on our Facebook and Twitter accounts @GoCVcard.
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