85th Coventry Blitz Anniversary
Saturday 15 November 2025 | 10am-4pm
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15 November 2025 10.00am – 4.00pm
Step back into the heart of Coventry’s wartime story as we mark the 85th anniversary of the Blitz.
Drop In | Included with Admission | Special Offer - £10 Day Tickets (Includes access to Herbert Art Gallery & Museum and Coventry Transport Museum*
Step back into the heart of Coventry’s wartime story as we mark the 85th anniversary of the Blitz. Through moving photography, highlight tours, and immersive activities, The Herbert Art Gallery invites you to explore how a city rebuilt its spirit from the ashes. Discover the resilience that emerged from one of Coventry’s darkest nights, as you experience what life was like during the second world war.
*Special Offer!
Enjoy a full day out for just £10!
Your ticket includes entry to the Transport Museum and The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum — two fantastic Coventry attractions for one great price.
Event Programme:
1940s Blitz Film Showing | 10am – 4pm | Covered Court
We'll be showing short films featuring real footage of the Blitz, offering a poignant glimpse into what people endured during this challenging time.
Games and toys during WW2 | 10am – 4pm | Covered Court
Learn about the games people played during the war. Get hands-on with making your very own toy using simple materials.
Coventry WW2 display | 10am – 4pm | Covered Court
Explore our WW2 display with items loaned from Coventry Archives. Discover local stories, view images of Coventry during the Blitz, and learn about the unsung heroes who risked their lives to save others.
Blitz Highlights Tours | 10am – 4pm | Covered Court (queuing point) | Tour will span various permanent galleries on ground floor
Join our knowledgeable tour guide for a Blitz themed tour of our galleries. Learn fascinating facts about our collections and their connections to WW2.
Costume corner | 10am-4pm
Have fun dressing up and taking a selfie.
Craft Activity | 10am – 3pm | Covered Court
Try your hand at making a simple but fun1940s themed game or toy out of simple materials.