Coventry Cathedral Tower and Blitz Museum

19/09/2026

It is the last weekend of !!

If you would like to climb the 180 steps up our Tower, we are open 11-3 today and tomorrow! There is no charge to climb this weekend, but donations are much appreciated.

The Blitz Museum is also open 11am-3pm today and 12pm-3pm.
Please allow 20 minutes to appreciate each experience before closing.

12/09/2026

UPDATE (12:25):
After technical issues with the staircase lights this morning, the lights are now all working and the Tower is now OPEN!
We apologise for any inconveniences caused, but our number one priority is your health and safety. Last climb of the day is at 2:45pm.

However, our Blitz Museum will be open 11am-3pm today and 12pm-3pm tomorrow for . Please allow 20 minutes to appreciate each experience before closing.

12/09/2026

We are delighted to be taking part in along with many other wonderful Heritage sites in Coventry beginning this Friday the 11th to Sunday the 20th September.

Here's what to expect at the Cathedral across Heritage Open Days:
📌75: Towards a New Cathedral Exhibition (Normal visiting hours)
📌 The Living Type of Ralph Beyer Exhibition (Normal visiting hours)
📌 Blitz Museum: Saturday & Sundays, 11am - 3pm
📌Harvest Festival: Saturday 12th 12pm-5pm
📌 Linocut Letterpress Workshop: Saturday 12th 10am-12pm (SOLD OUT!)
📌 The Human Library: Saturday 19th 11am-1pm

Discover the whole programme at: https://www.coventrycathedral.org.uk/events/whats-on/heritage-open-days

📷Mark Pemberton

04/09/2026

Due to circumstances beyond our control, the Tower Climb & Gift Shop will be CLOSED tomorrow (Saturday 5th September). We apologise for any inconvenience caused, we will be open on Sunday 11am-3pm, weather permitting.

Our Blitz Museum will be open 11am-3pm tomorrow and 12pm-3pm on Sunday.

Please allow 20 minutes to appreciate each experience before closing.

29/08/2026

Unfortunately due to the incredibly wet weather conditions, we have made the difficult decision to close the Tower early today.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused, but your health and safety is our top priority.
We hope to see you tomorrow!

01/08/2026

If you haven't had a chance to climb our 180 steps up our Tower this weekend, we are open 11am-3pm. The Blitz Museum is also open this weekend 11am-3pm!

Come and explore all the many different charity and food stalls set up as part of our Charity Day today!
Wishing everyone the best of luck that are also raising money by taking part in the Charity Abseil, including a few of our own staff members! 🍀💪
They have to climb 90ft down the side of the New Cathedral- can you spot anyone you know taking part from here? 🔍

Please allow 20 minutes to appreciate each experience before closing.

31/07/2026

18/07/2026

Our Tower Climb and Blitz museum are open today from 11am to 3pm.
Climb the 180 steps to take in the great views of our city! Also a step back in time in the museum.
Please allow 20 mins to fully appreciate each experience and before closing.

11/07/2026

The Tower Climb will be open this weekend.
However, please bare the following in mind before you attempt the climb:

☀️ There is no shade in the Ruins or on the Viewing Platform at the top of the Tower, so please make sure you are wearing sunscreen and/or a hat.
☀️ If you are feeling unwell, we advise you not to climb the Tower or to let a member of staff know as soon as possible.
☀️ Unfortunately we do not have any on-site catering facilities so please make sure you bring your own water or soft drink, however we are next door to both the Herbert Art Gallery Cafe and St Mary's Guildhall's Tales of Tea.

The Blitz Museum is also open 11am-3pm today and 12pm-3pm tomorrow.

27/06/2026

Our Tower climb and shop will be closed this weekend. We’ll be back open as usual next Saturday 11am to 3pm, as always weather permitting. Have a safe and fun weekend!