Our aims are:
To acquire, restore, reuse and regenerate Coventry’s heritage buildings for the benefit of the public;
To ensure a sustainable future for each building as part of a portfolio approach enabling cross-subsidy;
To be a safe haven for the city’s heritage in perpetuity;
To be an active partner in the city’s regeneration using heritage as an economic driver.
Born out of community action to save the Charterhouse (Coventry's 14th-century former Carthusian Monastery) Historic Coventry Trust signed a ground-breaking agreement with Coventry City Council to take over 22 of the city's important historic buildings. We raise the money to conserve, reuse and reopen these cherished sites with an ambitious programme of works.
The Charterhouse, founded by Richard II and containing medieval and Elizabethan wall paintings of outstanding national importance, forms the centrepiece of the Trust's major project - the creation of a new 70-acre Heritage Park on the edge of the city centre.
Why the community needs us
From regenerating one of Coventry's high streets to restoring and re-opening Charterhouse as a prestigious visitor attraction managed by the National Trust, we are bringing Coventry's heritage back to life. Thanks to all the generous donations from supporters these sites will be saved for the future and will host exciting programmes of events and activities over the coming years.
Our impact on the community
Since 2011 we have restored historic properties in Coventry, making spaces available to residents and visitors for visits, accommodation, retail and events. We have provided opportunities for over 300 volunteers and opened up our properties for free visits on Heritage Open Days.
