Local history and archives
Information about local history and archives
There are a huge number of resources available for you to research your family and Coventry's history. In this section, you will find details of places to visit in Coventry and useful links to search for more information on the internet.
Coventry History Centre is the place to visit for this information.
Coventry Register Office
At the Register Office you will be able to find out information on births, marriages and deaths registered in Coventry since 1837. For marriages you need to know the parish before applying for a copy certificate.
Coventry history centre
Herbert Art Gallery and Museum, Jordan Well, Coventry, CV1 5QP
E-mail: historycentre@theherbert.org
Tel: 024 7683 4060
Visit: http://www.theherbert.orgRegister office
Cheylesmore Manor House, Manor House Drive, Coventry, CV1 2ND
E-mail: registeroffice@coventry.gov.uk
Tel: 024 7683 3141
Fax: 024 7683 3110