Coventry Charterhouse
WarwickshireCharterhouse is a medieval monastic house connected by acres of green space to Coventry’s bustling urban community.
Charterhouse, London Road, Coventry, CV1 2JR
Opening times for 6 October 2025
Asset Opening time House Closed Garden Closed Cafe Closed Last entry will be half hour before closing time stated. The whole property will be closing early for a private event on 26 June from 3pm.The whole property is closed on 30 July, 6 August and 24 and 25 December.
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Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £10.50 £9.50 Child (5-17) under 5s free £5.30 £4.75 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £26.20 £23.75 One adult, two children £15.70 £14.25 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
- Adventure playground/play area
Children's playground. No admission ticket required – the playground is free to enter and open to all.
- Bookshop
Donations always welcome, especially children's books.
- Café
Farmers Fayre café open from 9am - 5pm, Wednesday - Sunday. Serving lunches, afternoon teas, hot and cold drinks. No admission ticket required – the café is free to enter and open to all.
- Car park
We have a car park for visitors. National Trust members park for free (validate with JustPark app: location ID 999745). Non-members pay for parking at the machine in reception or via JustPark app. Free up to an 1 hour, charges apply after this. The distance from the car park to the entrance is 120 metres. If you need assistance, please get in touch
- Cycle parking
Available in the main car park.
- Dogs allowed
Dogs on leads welcome in the car park, public footpaths across the estate, and lawn area of the gardens. Assistance dogs only in the house and planted area of the gardens.
- Family friendly
With lots of open space and freedom to explore and play, Charterhouse is an ideal place for a family day out. The house is ready for explorers on rainy days, with interactive displays and an activity room. Look out for wildlife on the pond, roll out your picnic blanket or explore the children’s playground, there’s plenty to keep everyone busy.
- Picnic area
We have picnic tables in the walled garden, and visitors are welcome to picnic on the lawn in the walled garden. There are also lots of picnic spots in the wider Charterhouse park.
- Toilet
- Accessible route and/or map
- Accessible toilet
Accessible toilet is on the ground floor.
- Designated parking
Several accessible parking spaces can be found in the main car park for Blue Badge holders or anyone with mobility requirements. Parking is free for Blue Badge holders. The distance from the drop off zone in the car park to the front door is 120 metres. If you need assistance please get in touch and we will be happy to help.
- Large print (guide or menu)
Large print guides are available at Visitor Reception on request.
- Level access to food outlet
- Lift
A lift is available. First floor, some rooms are wheelchair accessible, stepped access to wall paintings. Second floor, full step free access to whole floor.
- Photograph album
- Ramped access/slopes
There is an external ramp for access to the garden from the Café or ground floor access from within the building.
- Seating available
- Steps/uneven terrain
There are flat gravel paths around the gardens, but a few small steps in some areas. There are accessible routes in most of the gardens - ask a member of the team if you need help. In the wider parkland there are gravel and mown grass paths which can be uneven in places. Accessible for suitably designed pushchairs but may be heavy-going for a wheelchair.
- Wheelchairs available
There are wheelchairs for visitors to borrow. Talk to our Visitor Reception staff if you'd like to borrow one for your visit when you arrive.
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- By road
- We have a large car park available for Charterhouse visitors just off London Road (A4114). National Trust members park for free. Non members simply pay for parking at the machine in reception or please register via Just Park app and location ID 999745. Charges apply after first hour £2.20 for up to 2 hours, £3.20 for up to 3 hours, £5.20 for up to 8 hours. There is a walk of 120 metres from the drop off point to the front door. Please call if you need assistance and we will be happy to help.Sat Nav: Sat Nav destination: CV1 2JR What 3 Words code – ///tribe.sprint.half
- On foot
- You can find us on foot less than one mile from the city centre, either by walking through London Road Cemetery: Paxton’s Arboretum and across London Road, or by using the back entrance through the alleyway between 229 and 231 Humber Avenue, CV1 2AQ.
- By train
- We’re just a 20 minute (1 mile) walk or a short taxi ride from Coventry train station.
- By bus
- You can jump on the X18 (Stagecoach bus) to Stratford from Stop TS2 near Sainsbury’s in Coventry city centre, arriving on London Road right by the entrance to Charterhouse (nearest stop – Acacia Avenue) in just 10 minutes. The X18 runs every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can catch the 3 (National Express Coventry bus) towards Warwickshire Shopping Park from Cross Cheaping (Stop BS6) in Coventry city centre, arriving at Humber Avenue on London Road right by the back entrance to Charterhouse in just 7 minutes. The 3 runs every 15 minutes on weekdays.
Planning your visit
Family friendly things to do at Charterhouse
With its peaceful walled garden and open green space, Coventry Charterhouse is a lovely place for families to enjoy time together, explore and play.
Accessibility at Coventry Charterhouse
Here you’ll find information about access across the different areas of Charterhouse and how to make the most of your visit.
Visiting Charterhouse with your dog
Charterhouse is a two pawprint rated place. Dogs on leads are welcome in certain areas here. Find out more about a dog friendly visit.
Highlights
Monastery
Home to a silent order of monks in the 14th century who lived peacefully off the land. Coventry Charterhouse has served many purposes over the centuries.
Coventry Charterhouse Heritage Park
A refuge on the edge of a bustling urban centre. The River Sherbourne and former railway Loop Line link the industrial city with the Warwickshire countryside.
Eating
Breakfasts, brunch, lunches, takeaway coffees and afternoon teas will be served in the café, run by Farmers Fayre.
Walled Garden
1.7 acres of walled garden surrounded by wildlife pond and community orchard.
Heritage Park
Connect with nature by taking a walk through Charterhouse Heritage Park, and follow the trails around London Road Cemetery: Paxton’s Arboretum.
Spotlight events
We are planning more things to see and do here at Charterhouse
Family friendly things to do at Charterhouse
With its peaceful walled garden and open green space, Coventry Charterhouse is a lovely place for families to enjoy time together, explore and play.
October half term: build a boat adventure
Enjoy adventure play at Coventry Charterhouse by helping to build a Moomin-inspired boat with real tools, then getting creative with themed crafts to take home. This lively mix of building, creating and imaginative play is perfect for families. Free with admission. Booking essential.
Pooch Passport
Pooch Passport has arrived at Coventry Charterhouse from 1 September 2025 to 28 February 2026. We've partnered with natural pet food maker Forthglade so that you and your dog can get even more out of the special places we care for.
Things to see and do
Visiting the house at Coventry Charterhouse
Head inside and explore the house at Coventry Charterhouse with its remarkable medieval and Tudor wall paintings, widely regarded as some of the finest surviving examples of medieval and Renaissance art in England.
History of Coventry’s Charterhouse
A medieval monastic house connected by acres of green space to Coventry’s bustling urban community is brought back to life to be enjoyed by lovers of history.
Explore the garden at Coventry Charterhouse
A trip to Charterhouse wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the walled garden.
Family friendly things to do at Charterhouse
With its peaceful walled garden and open green space, Coventry Charterhouse is a lovely place for families to enjoy time together, explore and play.
Eating
Farmers Fayre
Eating at Farmers Fayre
A trip to the Charterhouse wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the café. Indulge in a delicious cream tea or lunch with family and friends.
Upcoming events
Pooch Passport
Pooch Passport has arrived at Coventry Charterhouse from 1 September 2025 to 28 February 2026.
October half term: build a boat adventure play
As part of the Moomins’ 80th anniversary, families can join an unforgettable hands-on experience at Coventry Charterhouse, helping to build a Moomin inspired adventure play boat with Woodland Tribe.
About Coventry Charterhouse
About The Charterhouse
A medieval monastic house surrounded by acres of tranquil green space. Home to some of the finest examples of medieval and renaissance art in England. This Grade I listed, 14th century building has quite the story to share. Founded in 1381, Coventry Charterhouse has served many different purposes. From a 14th century monastery to a family home and later as a garden that produced exotic fruit for wealthy locals. Former notable inhabitants include Robert Dudley, famous favourite of Queen Elizabeth I, and John Whittingham who cultivated the nursery and walled garden for food production. In more recent years, the house has a whole new tale to tell, with tenacious members of the community coming together to save the building from sale and possible demolition.Latest news
