The Weaver's House

Pictured at top: family members of the Golby, Miles, Gutteridge and O’Neil families, descendants of the former residents of houses 119, 120, 121 and 122. Following our lively May Open Day, The Weaver’s House received some special guests to celebrate…

Our new publication reveals more of the lives of the past residents of The Weaver’s House. The Families of Black Swan Terrace delves into the family histories of the house and its surrounding cottages, built in 1455. Volunteer Clare Chamberlain,…

If the weather is poor we will move refreshments and spinning displays inside the Visitor Centre. The star weaving workshop due to take place in the garden is postponed to a future date. Please check traffic updates for the best…

Plans to reveal more of the history of the site are approved

There are currently roadworks along the Butts road from Spon End arches up to the ringroad. Please check which routes are open before you visit as the access had changed several times. The roadworks have been extended until October 2023.

2023 Open Days The following are all Saturdays: 1st April 13th May 17th June 15th July 12th August We will be open from 10am until 4pm (last entry is recommended no later than 3.30pm). Please check in with us on social media or the website…

Big thanks to everyone who has supported us this year. We’re looking forward to welcoming you back next year and will be releasing our Open Day dates for 2023 very soon. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

We were delighted to be able to attend the second Coventry Society heritage conference in October. Organisations and groups from across the city gathered at the stunningly restored Draper’s Hall for a day of presentations and discussions. The day kicked…

Textile art at Coventry station

The Weaver’s House took part in this year’s Heritage Open Days with house and garden open for visitors to hear talks on the history of the building. Our volunteers put together some extra features for the yearly festival of heritage.…