Coventry Shopping and Districts

(Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK)

Shopaholics rejoice - Coventry has it all! Big high street names, department stores, shopping centres and much more besides - they're all here. No trip to Coventry is complete without visiting the shops, but the problem is that there is just so much choice.

Whether you are looking for antiquities, modern fashion outlets and boutiques, branded shops or small, independent traders, Coventry is the perfect spot for some serious retail therapy.

Where to Shop

The shopping centres, precincts and malls are available both in and around the city of Coventry.

Antiques Adventure - Rugby Road, Binley Woods, Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
Tel: +44 (0)24 7645 3878
The Antiques Adventure centre is open daily between 10:00 and 17:00. This popular antiques centre features a good selection of period items, furnishings and furniture of all descriptions, and plenty of collectables. There are around 40 dealers currently operating here.

Hatton Shopping Village - Dark Lane, Hatton, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 8XA, England, UK
Tel: +44 (0)1926 843 411
Located alongside the fun attractions at Hatton Country World, the Hatton Shopping Village features around 25 individual craft and gift stores sited in Victorian buildings.

Coventry Retail Market - Queen Victoria Road, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 3HT, England, UK
Tel: +44 (0)24 7622 4927
Standing in the city centre, Coventry Retail Market is a large indoor market that is open between Monday and Saturday from 08:00 onwards. Fresh local fruit, vegetables, meat and other produce is available here, together with clothes, hot snacks, a even a haberdashery.

Lower Precinct Shopping Centre - Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
Home to some of the best fashion outlets and clothes shops in the whole of Coventry, the Coventry Retail Market has recently been revamped and is home to a large Boots store, Next, H&M and many other shopping treats. A number of eateries are also available here, and also a large car park with approximately 750 spaces.

West Orchards Shopping Centre - Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
Many high street favourites can be found in the city's popular West Orchards Shopping Centre, where the main department stores include Marks and Spencer, Debenhams and also WHSmith. An extensive food court and multi-storey car park complete the main amenities.

Cathedral Lanes / Broadgate / Upper Precinct - Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
This is a great area to go shopping if you are looking for household items and general homeware. A number of brands stores operate in this part of Coventry and most are reasonably priced.

City Arcade / Market Way / Bull Yard / Shelton Square - Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
The area around City Arcade is brimming with local independent traders and plenty of cafes, coffee shops and bakeries to go round. This is a good place to find more unusual, one-off gift ideas.

High Street / Hertford Street - Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
The city's main banks and building societies reside in this district, along with a popular bureau de change outlet and a number of designer outlets.

Corporation Street / Smithford Way - Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
Those searching for hair and beauty products, delicatessens and even dress hire should head to Corporation Street and Smithford Way. Other attractions in this bustling, central neighbourhood include the Library and the Belgrade Theatre.

Trinity Street / Burges / Cross Cheaping - Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
A particularly historic shopping district, the Burges is situated next to the River Sherbourne and offers a memorable shopping experience. Many fast-food restaurants and pubs stand side-by-side here, as well as plenty of independent stores.

Spon Street - Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
Famed for its countless medieval buildings, which have be converted to house shops, bars and eateries, Spon Street is known for its quality stores and shops filling a fairly niche market.

Farmers' Markets - Coventry, West Midlands, England, UK
A number of farmers' markets are held in and around the city of Coventry and offer plenty of genuine bargains and shopping opportunities, as follows:

• Abbey Street, Nuneaton - first Wednesday each month, from 09:00 to 14:00
• Church Hill, Coleshill - fourth Friday each month, from 10:00 to 14:00
• Clock Tower, Rugby - last Thursday each month, from 10:00 to 14:00
• Market Place, Mill Street, Bedworth - fourth Wednesday each month, from 09:00 to 14:00
• Spon Street, Coventry - second Thursday each month, from 09:00 to 14:00