Coventry in West Midlands, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

The South West Tower

— The Ruins of Lady Godiva's Cathedral —

Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 11, 2018

1. The South West Tower Marker

Inscription.
There is little left of the south west tower of the cathedral except the west wall and part of the spiral staircase found in 1856. The full plan of the 13th century tower was revealed during the 1999 excavations. The square room at the bottom of the tower may have been a chapel entered from the south aisle via a large pointed Gothic arch. Part of this arch has been preserved in the paving. The other part of the arch stands much higher and can be seen attached to the west wall.
The chamfered plinth (angle skirting board) of the tower wall can be followed all along the west front and into the north west tower.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion.

Location. 52° 24.533′ N, 1° 30.548′ W. Marker is in Coventry, England, in West Midlands. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Priory Row and Trinity Lane, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6 Priory Row, Coventry, England CV1 5EX, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Lady Godiva’s Cathedral (here, next to this marker); The Lychgate Cottages (a few steps from this marker); The West Front (a few steps from this marker); Blue Coat School (within shouting distance of

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this marker); The North West Tower (within shouting distance of this marker); Pier 3 South (within shouting distance of this marker); Pier 3 North (within shouting distance of this marker); Gift To The People Of Coventry (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Coventry.

Also see . . . Coventry Priory Visitor Centre. (Submitted on October 14, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)

Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 11, 2018

2. The South West Tower Marker

The marker is at the left,in the corner.

Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 14, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 60 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 14, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.