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War Memorial Park

War Memorial Park is Coventry's premier park and attracts visitors from all over the city. Many come to enjoy a casual visit, while others come to take part in some of the many special events that take place throughout the year. 

Approximately 48.5 hectares in size, the park consists of two distinct areas, the formal garden with the War Memorial and the sports facilities areas with playing fields, golf course, Splash 'n' Play Park and play areas.

Improvements at War Memorial Park

War Memorial Park Heritage Lottery Fund Project

To keep you up-to-date with progress on this project, a newsletter is being produced, download a copy of issue 4  it will be made available at a variety of venues in the city to pick up. These will include City Council reception points, the café in the War Memorial Park, local libraries and community organisations.
Find out more about the improvements improvements at Memorial Park.

Tennis for All

Please visit our Tennis for all page for details of courses in the park.

The Formal Garden

The formal area is dominated by stately Copper Beach trees, which were planted in memory of the various military servicemen who died during the war. Each tree has it's own individual dedicated plaque. The calm shade from these trees prevents much of the grass from growing around their bases and in the autumn the ground is full of stunning copper/red leaves. In past times, great emphasis was put on the high quality horticultural features that were introduced to the park. Features like the large-scale ornamental flower borders, rockeries and water gardens which made the park extremely popular to the people of Coventry who visited in great numbers.

Sports Facilities

The sports facilities in this area include 3 bowling greens, 10 hard Tennis courts, 12 football pitches, 4 cricket pitches and a mini golf course. Charges are made for the use of these facilities, which helps with the cost of maintaining the park. Changing is available in the main Pavilion, which also provides a small shop, toilets, showers and cafe. An orienteering course is available and route marked healthy walks trails will soon be available.

Golf price list 2008

Full round:

Tennis price list 2008

Per court per hour

Crown and Flat Green Bowls

Per person for 2 hours

Children's Play

There is a children's play area in the park full of swings, slides and adventure play items all in a safe fenced area with a bark floor. There is also a Splash 'n' Play Park, skate park and aviary.

Events and Activities

The park is home to a huge range of events of all sizes that take place in the city. In May you can find the annual gathering for enthusiasts of the Sunbeam Alpine classic car and Walkathon , a sponsored walk for charity. June has the Race for Life and the Coventry Fun Run, Coventry's biggest charity run.  July sees the Godiva Festival, Coventry's biggest and brightest festival featuring live music, stalls, and family entertainment. You can also visit the Caribbean Festival with more live music, carnival costumes, talent shows and charity stalls. August brings the Donkey Derby and Kite festival. And don't forget November's Sunday Remembrance parade to the Memorial.

Find out more about events in park and other activities in Coventry by visiting the Events and activities page.

Safety in the park

The Earlsdon Dedicated Neighbourhood Police Team, from West Midlands Police has been established to combat any crime or antisocial behaviour that might take place in and around the park. You might now see the daily foot and cycle patrols keeping an eye on the park while you are out and about, and can report any crime or antisocial behaviour to the team.

Contact details