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Big Changes for Private Renters from May 2026 – What Tenants Need to Know

Major reforms to England’s private rented sector are coming into force on 1 May 2026, bringing new rights and protections for most tenants. The changes are introduced by the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 and apply automatically by law – even if your tenancy agreement is not updated.

Goodbye fixed-term tenancies

From 1 May 2026, private rented homes will no longer be let on fixed-term contracts. All assured and Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) will become rolling (periodic) tenancies, usually running month to month. Any end date in your current agreement will no longer apply. These changes will be automatic without ending your current tenancy or requiring you to sign a new contract. Your tenancy will continue until you choose to leave, you and your landlord agree to end it, or the landlord has a valid legal reason to seek possession.

Stronger protections against evictions

So‑called “no‑fault” evictions are ending. From 1 May 2026, it will be illegal for landlords to use a Section 21 notice to evict tenants. Instead, landlords must rely on specific legal grounds for possession, such as serious rent arrears, antisocial behaviour or property damage. Some grounds – including wanting to sell the property or move a family member in – cannot be used in the first 12 months of a tenancy.

All evictions will require a Section 8 notice, the correct notice period and, if you do not leave, approval from a court. Landlords must prove their case, and tenants can challenge evictions they believe are unfair.

Changes to rent increases

After 1 May 2026, rent review clauses can no longer be used. Landlords will have to follow a formal legal process to increase rent. Increases will be limited to once per year, must come with at least two months’ written notice, and must not exceed market rent. Tenants will have the right to challenge higher rents at the First-tier Tribunal.

More flexibility and new pet rights

Tenants will be able to end their tenancy at any time by giving at least two months’ written notice, timed to end on or just before a rent day. Shorter notice periods can be agreed in writing. From 1 May 2026, tenants will also gain the right to request a pet, and landlords will not be able to refuse unreasonably.

Support and advice

If you need help or believe your rights are not being respected, free advice is available from Shelter and the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service. Coventry tenants can also contact the City Council’s Housing Enforcement Team or HMO Team to report disrepair, unlicensed HMOs or other concerns.

Coventry City Council are developing a long-term vision and plan and aiming to produce a 5-year Carers Strategy, delivered by a multi-agency steering group.
The strategy will support to:
Embed the voices of Coventry residents into a long-term vision for carers
Inform and develop our commissioned services during the duration of their contract cycle
Continue the momentum of system led improvement for carers
Evaluate project support from Accelerated Reform Fund projects and embed learning
Strengthen council wide and partner approaches to Young Carers
We are asking for the views of current carers, former carers, and those who may care in the future.
Complete the survey here - https://letstalk.coventry.gov.uk/carers-strategy-2026-2031/surveys/carers-strategy-2026-2031-have-your-say

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Big Changes for Private Renters from May 2026 – What Tenants Need to Know

Major reforms to England’s private rented sector are coming into force on 1 May 2026, bringing new rights and protections for most tenants. The changes are introduced by the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 and apply automatically by law – even if your tenancy agreement is not updated.

Goodbye fixed-term tenancies

From 1 May 2026, private rented homes will no longer be let on fixed-term contracts. All assured and Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) will become rolling (periodic) tenancies, usually running month to month. Any end date in your current agreement will no longer apply. These changes will be automatic without ending your current tenancy or requiring you to sign a new contract. Your tenancy will continue until you choose to leave, you and your landlord agree to end it, or the landlord has a valid legal reason to seek possession.

Stronger protections against evictions

So‑called “no‑fault” evictions are ending. From 1 May 2026, it will be illegal for landlords to use a Section 21 notice to evict tenants. Instead, landlords must rely on specific legal grounds for possession, such as serious rent arrears, antisocial behaviour or property damage. Some grounds – including wanting to sell the property or move a family member in – cannot be used in the first 12 months of a tenancy.

All evictions will require a Section 8 notice, the correct notice period and, if you do not leave, approval from a court. Landlords must prove their case, and tenants can challenge evictions they believe are unfair.

Changes to rent increases

After 1 May 2026, rent review clauses can no longer be used. Landlords will have to follow a formal legal process to increase rent. Increases will be limited to once per year, must come with at least two months’ written notice, and must not exceed market rent. Tenants will have the right to challenge higher rents at the First-tier Tribunal.

More flexibility and new pet rights

Tenants will be able to end their tenancy at any time by giving at least two months’ written notice, timed to end on or just before a rent day. Shorter notice periods can be agreed in writing. From 1 May 2026, tenants will also gain the right to request a pet, and landlords will not be able to refuse unreasonably.

Support and advice

If you need help or believe your rights are not being respected, free advice is available from Shelter and the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service. Coventry tenants can also contact the City Council’s Housing Enforcement Team or HMO Team to report disrepair, unlicensed HMOs or other concerns.

Coventry City Council are developing a long-term vision and plan and aiming to produce a 5-year Carers Strategy, delivered by a multi-agency steering group.
The strategy will support to:
Embed the voices of Coventry residents into a long-term vision for carers
Inform and develop our commissioned services during the duration of their contract cycle
Continue the momentum of system led improvement for carers
Evaluate project support from Accelerated Reform Fund projects and embed learning
Strengthen council wide and partner approaches to Young Carers
We are asking for the views of current carers, former carers, and those who may care in the future.
Complete the survey here - https://letstalk.coventry.gov.uk/carers-strategy-2026-2031/surveys/carers-strategy-2026-2031-have-your-say

Thank you for sharing your story with us.

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City Centre Community Fair | Priory Visitor Centre
- Date: Tuesday 26th March, 11am - 2.30pm
- Venue: Priory Visitor Centre, Priory Row, Coventry CV1 5EX
- Price: FREE
- Booking: no need to book, just turn up!
Voluntary Action Coventry's third community fair is taking place at the Priory Visitor Centre – please join them for free food and drinks and fun, interactive stalls that illustrate the ways community organisations help those that need it, and how getting involved in your community can help you, too. You could learn to play the steel pans, try games, quizzes and challenges, win prizes, have a... Continue reading
City Centre Community Fair | Priory Visitor Centre
- Date: Tuesday 26th March, 11am - 2.30pm
- Venue: Priory Visitor Centre, Priory Row, Coventry CV1 5EX
- Price: FREE
- Booking: no need to book, just turn up!
Voluntary Action Coventry's third community fair is taking place at the Priory Visitor Centre – please join them for free food and drinks and fun, interactive stalls that illustrate the ways community organisations help those that need it, and how getting involved in your community can help you, too. You could learn to play the steel pans, try games, quizzes and challenges, win prizes, have a go with rescue mission or disability assistive kit, and chat with some really interesting and passionate staff and volunteers that make community organisations who they are.
Many community organisations in Coventry will be in attendance to provide lots of ways for you to learn something new, find support, socialise, help out, have fun and get involved in your area. Find out more here(External link).

Easter Family Fun Day | Cheylesmore Community Centre
- Date: Monday 1st April 2024
- Time: 1pm - 4pm
- Location: Cheylesmore Community Centre, CV3 5JX
- Check out the Facebook Page(External link) for updates.
There's lots of fun to be had at Cheylesmore Community Centre this Easter! Kids will love the bouncy castle, visit from Peter Rabbit, craft stalls and glitter tattoos! There will be a tombola in aid of The Myton Hospices. C3 Café will be open for refreshments.
Please note: the bouncy castle will be available, weather permitting.

St Oswald's Spring Fair | Easter 2024 in Coventry
- Date: Saturday 20th April | 11am - 2pm
- Location: St Oswald's Church, Jardine Crescent, Tile Hill, CV4 9PL
- Price: FREE
- Booking: no need to book, just turn up!
It's nearly time for the St Oswald's Spring Fair. Save the date in your diary and come and have a go at all sorts of exciting games and activities. There's fun for all the family!

Coventry's City Nature Challenge
City Nature Challenge is an annual event which aims to get people out and into their local open and green spaces.

Taking place from 26 – 29 April, the challenge is a friendly competition between 100s of cities, regions and countries to see who can get the most people making recordings and observations of species.
Coventry is taking part in the challenge for the fourth year with the hopes of encouraging more residents to take part, get active and record species across the city.
The more people who participate, the more records will be gathered which will create a map of different plant and animal species across Coventry.
The challenge will allow organisations including Warwickshire Wildlife Trust and Canal & Rivers Trust to better understand the biodiversity in our city and region.
The City Nature Challenge is not only about getting out into local green spaces – it’s also good for physical and mental wellbeing and it encourages people to take notice of the wildlife on their doorstep.
The first Challenge event is taking place on 27 April(External link). Stay up to date on Coventry City Council’s social media channels where more free in person and online activities will be published soon. Events will be helped in a range of parks and open spaces including Lake View Park, Charterhouse, Egdwick Park, Wyken Slough and Coundon Wedge.
Check out where people found species across Coventry in 2023 online.
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A Research Collaboration based at Coventry City Council are looking for people working in Voluntary and Community Organisations who are interested in co-creating research training.

The Health Determinants Research Collaboration(External link) (HDRC) are working with Coventry University to develop a “community researchers” course. This course will run later in the year for members of the public and voluntary and community organisations. The course will provide training and support for participants to conduct a piece of research in their own communities. The goal of the Coventry HDRC is to improve our understanding about how different factors impact our lives and... Continue reading

A Research Collaboration based at Coventry City Council are looking for people working in Voluntary and Community Organisations who are interested in co-creating research training.

The Health Determinants Research Collaboration(External link) (HDRC) are working with Coventry University to develop a “community researchers” course. This course will run later in the year for members of the public and voluntary and community organisations. The course will provide training and support for participants to conduct a piece of research in their own communities. The goal of the Coventry HDRC is to improve our understanding about how different factors impact our lives and health, including the environments where we live, our housing, jobs, education, and early years experiences. We need to involve organisations and the public in our work to achieve this.
The HDRC are looking for people working in voluntary and community organisations who want to help design this training. This will help make sure the training is accessible, useful, and interesting when it is delivered later in the year.
The HDRC team are running an interactive workshop for staff from voluntary and community organisations, to come and learn about the HDRC and help design this training course. Details are below:
Date: 13th March 2024
Time: 10am – 12:30pm
Location: Council House, Committee Room 3
Refreshments will be provided.
If you are interested in attending, please contact CoventryHDRC@coventry.gov.uk(External link) to confirm a place

Wild Earth Groups:
Nature Gathering - Join us for a theraputic afternoon in nature. Every Thursday, 1pm - 2.30pm from 22nd February 2024. Wild Earth, Lake View Allotments, Allesley Old Road, Coventry. Contact 07913 129 451
Coffee Mornings - Join us for a creative coffee morning to start your week! Every Monday, 10am - 11am from 26 February 2024. Wild Earth, Room 9, Koco Community Resource Centre, The Arches, Coventry, CV1 3JQ. Contact 07913 129 451.
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Coventry Muslim Forum in partnership with the NHS in Coventry and Warwickshire would like to invite you to a Health and Wellbeing Event in Coventry
Services and information about:
- Long COVID - diagnosis and support
- Mental Health Awareness and support
- Type 2 Diabetes and managing your condition
- Cancer Screening Programme
- Stopping Smoking, Chewing Tobacco / betel nut
- Respiratory Condition Management
- Vaccinations
- Physical Health and Being More Active
- Healthy Eating and Portion Control
- Looking After your Teeth and Gums
- FREE Health Screening Testing:
- - Blood Pressure Checks
- - Blood Glucose Testing
- - Cholesterol Tests
Local NHS staff will be on hand... Continue reading
Coventry Muslim Forum in partnership with the NHS in Coventry and Warwickshire would like to invite you to a Health and Wellbeing Event in Coventry
Services and information about:
- Long COVID - diagnosis and support
- Mental Health Awareness and support
- Type 2 Diabetes and managing your condition
- Cancer Screening Programme
- Stopping Smoking, Chewing Tobacco / betel nut
- Respiratory Condition Management
- Vaccinations
- Physical Health and Being More Active
- Healthy Eating and Portion Control
- Looking After your Teeth and Gums
- FREE Health Screening Testing:
- - Blood Pressure Checks
- - Blood Glucose Testing
- - Cholesterol Tests
Local NHS staff will be on hand offering advice, information, support and health screening checks, separately for and women.
Refreshments and Lunch Provided!
SUNDAY 18TH FEBRUARY 2024
10.30am - 2.00pm
Coventry Muslim Resource Centre, Coventry, CV6 5EE

Coventry City Council is holding two sessions for carers, parents and guardians of those who may be looking into apprenticeships.
The sessions will give an overview of what an apprenticeship is, how they work and an insight into the opportunities at Coventry City Council.
The session will include:
An introduction to Coventry City Council as an employer
An overview of apprenticeships
A talk from one of our current apprentices about their experience
An explanation of our application and selection process
How we provide additional support to our apprentices
Q&A session
There will be two online sessions held on Monday 5 February:
1pm
6pm
Please submit your interest to attend one of the sessions in the Apprenticeship Information Sessions sign-up online form.

The Royal Collection Trust Community Zoom Talks

The Royal Collection Trust run Community Zoom talks on the first Wednesday of every month as part of their Inclusion Programme, which aims to make the Official Residences of The King and the Royal Collection as accessible as possible to people who cannot easily visit.

Our Community Zoom talks run as part of our Inclusion Programme, which aims to make the Official Residences of The King and the Royal Collection as accessible as possible to people who cannot easily visit. We work with Community partners who support under-represented, disadvantaged and disabled people. Please download this resource to view the programme of talks coming up in 2024(External link).
Talks are free, informal and you are welcome to participate with your camera on or off as you prefer. Community Group leaders can also contact them at communitylearning@rct.uk(External link) to discuss Zoom talks for their groups on other days. or individuals can join these monthly Zoom sessions to hear about the different works in the Royal Collection.

2024 Community Zoom Programme
Wednesday 7 February Conserving Paintings
Wednesday 6 March Hans Holbein at the Tudor Court
Wednesday 3 April Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House
Wednesday 8 May Queen Elizabeth II’s Life at Windsor Castle
Wednesday 5 June The Royal Collection and LGBTQ+
Wednesday 3 July Royal Photographs
Wednesday 7 August Buckingham Palace
Wednesday 4 September Paintings at Hampton Court Palace
Wednesday 2 October Royal Fashion
Wednesday 6 November Drawings in the Royal Collection
Wednesday 4 December A History of Performance at Windsor Castle

Join via Zoom – with your camera on or off: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4407732986 Meeting ID: 440 773 2986 Community Group Leaders – if you would like to arrange a zoom talk for your group, please email communitylearning@rct.uk
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Budget Consultation 2024/25
We want to give everyone the opportunity to tell us what you think about our spending proposals for 2024/25
Reductions of more than £100m in our funding coupled with unprecedented rises in inflationary pressures and demand for services – 79% of our budget is now spent on social care and homelessness, up from 40% in 2010, this means we know we cannot do everything we would like to. However, we can make sure that we give everyone the opportunity to have a say in how we build our budget for the next financial year of 2024/25.
We... Continue reading
Budget Consultation 2024/25
We want to give everyone the opportunity to tell us what you think about our spending proposals for 2024/25
Reductions of more than £100m in our funding coupled with unprecedented rises in inflationary pressures and demand for services – 79% of our budget is now spent on social care and homelessness, up from 40% in 2010, this means we know we cannot do everything we would like to. However, we can make sure that we give everyone the opportunity to have a say in how we build our budget for the next financial year of 2024/25.
We need to make informed decisions about where to focus our spending to deliver the services that you want us to get right.
It is only by listening to our residents and businesses that we can understand your priorities and ensure we are able to deliver these efficiently and effectively.
Please visit  https://letstalk.coventry.gov.uk/budget24-25 to find out more about our proposals and give us your views by filling in our short survey or attending a face to face/online workshop.
If you’d like any further information or have any questions, please contact us at budgetsetting@coventry.gov.uk(External link)

Focus Group Participants Wanted
Coventry City Council are having a Local Government Association (LGA) Peer Challenge. We want to invite you to take part in a focus group. This will be run by a small, independent panel of professionals from other local authorities, who are coming in to review the Council and how it works.
The purpose of the Peer Challenge is to help us identify “what are we doing well at and how can we do better?”
The LGA Peer Team are keen to meet residents, and to hear your views on how well the council is delivering its services, engaging with the community, and planning for the future.
The focus group will be an informal and confidential discussion with the LGA Peer Team. This is a great opportunity to share your honest feedback and suggestions on how the council are making a difference and where we can improve.
If you are interested in taking part in the focus group, which will be held on Tuesday 16 January 2024, 9am to 10:30am, Council House
Please complete this Peer Challenge expression of interest form.
The deadline for expressions of interest is 5 January 2024. Please note places are limited.

Tell us about your area

We would like to gain local knowledge about what’s happening within our communities, we want to understand the assets and the needs in local areas.

The information you share with us will be used to help inform the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA), and will provide a snapshot of what it is like to live in an area and also look at the current and future health and care needs of local communities.
We would like to know:
What things do you like about where you live?
If you could do anything to improve your area what would it be?
What could be done to make this happen?

Find out more
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Tell us about your area

We would like to gain local knowledge about what’s happening within our communities, we want to understand the assets and the needs in local areas.

The information you share with us will be used to help inform the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA), and will provide a snapshot of what it is like to live in an area and also look at the current and future health and care needs of local communities.
We would like to know:
What things do you like about where you live?
If you could do anything to improve your... Continue reading
Tell us about your area

We would like to gain local knowledge about what’s happening within our communities, we want to understand the assets and the needs in local areas.

The information you share with us will be used to help inform the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA), and will provide a snapshot of what it is like to live in an area and also look at the current and future health and care needs of local communities.
We would like to know:
What things do you like about where you live?
If you could do anything to improve your area what would it be?
What could be done to make this happen?

Find out more

Repair Café - Central Library
Bin it? No way! Take your broken things to the repair café where skilled volunteers can help you fix it!

Repair Café at Central Library Coventry

Date(s): 4th Saturday of the month, 10am - 12pm

Venue: Coventry Central Library, Smithford Way, Coventry; Postcode: CV1 1FY

Prices: FREE

No need to book, just turn up!

Don't throw away that broken toaster or vacuum cleaner! So often, our appliances can be fixed! Keep things out of landfill and go along to the Repair Café for free! The expert volunteers will do their best to get your broken things back up and running again!

Take a look at the facebook page(External link)
Tunes on Tuesday
Weekly disco primarily for people with learning disabilities that need support to get out and live their best lives!

A disco taking place in a safe space where people can meet socially and have fun.

Date:10th October 2023 - 9th October 2026 Recurs weekly on Tuesday.
Location: Coventry Caribbean Centre, 159 Spon Street, Coventry CV1 3BB
Cost: £5 (Carers are free)
Time: 11:00 - 14:30
More information

Over 70s Exercise Classes
Weekly exercise classes for over 70s with a fair level of fitness (class takes place on the first floor and there is currently no lift).

This weekly exercise class is led by Owen Wint. Come and meet some new friends and keep fit! Please contact Owen for more details: 07812 664 432

Date:16th October 2023 - 15th October 2026 Recurs weekly on Monday.
Location: Coventry Caribbean Centre, 159 Spon Street, Coventry CV1 3BB
Cost: £5
Time: 10:30 - 11:30
More Information
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Coventry All Saints - Free Groups and Activities

Coventry Book Swap Facebook Group
Coventry Book Swap Facebook group lets you exchange a book you've finished with something new to read.
Check out the Coventry Book Swap Facebook Group. It's a place for people of Coventry and the surrounding areas to swap their books. Just advertise your books and feel free to ask for any books that you'd like to read!
Don't forget to invite your friends. Happy Reading!

Walks in Coventry City Centre
Walking is simple, free and one of the easiest ways to get more active, it's great... Continue reading
Coventry All Saints - Free Groups and Activities

Coventry Book Swap Facebook Group
Coventry Book Swap Facebook group lets you exchange a book you've finished with something new to read.
Check out the Coventry Book Swap Facebook Group. It's a place for people of Coventry and the surrounding areas to swap their books. Just advertise your books and feel free to ask for any books that you'd like to read!
Don't forget to invite your friends. Happy Reading!

Walks in Coventry City Centre
Walking is simple, free and one of the easiest ways to get more active, it's great for metal health benefits too.
Coventry City Council have gathered together a range of walks in Coventry City Centre, so you can walk more and feel good!
Walks in Coventry City Centre
City Centre walk 1 - 25 mins from War Memorial Park via the Railway Station.
City Centre walk 2 - 20 mins from City Centre to Hillfields via Swanswell Pool.
City Centre walk 3 - 12 mins from City Centre to Mile Lane via Little Park Street.
City Centre walk 4 - 30 mins or 20 mins from City Centre to Radford Loop via Naul's Mill Park.
City Centre walk 5 - 12 mins or 20 mins from Ikea to Spon End via River Sherbourne.
City Centre walk 6 - 12 mins from University Hub to Gosford Green.
Coventry Cathedral to Coventry Train Station - 19 mins - this is a step-free route suitable for commuters, partly sheltered from wind and rain.
Broomfield Park - 31 mins - this circular walk takes you past the original 1935 facade of the former Coventry Technical college, under the Coventry-Nuneaton Railway line and through Broomfield Park with it's children's play areas.
More walks can be found on the Coventry City Council website
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Warwick Arts Centre
Creative Workshops For Families
3 Oct-6 Dec 2023
Warwick Arts Centre, Free drop in.
Get ready for another season of creative fun at the Warwick Arts Centre this autumn! Drop in to our fun and FREE Family Sundays and Workshop Wednesdays and explore movement, craft, textiles and much more.
No need to book and no need to pay, just turn up and have fun! The fun doesn’t stop here.
We also have a diverse range of activities from Mini Creatives for the little ones to the Out of Whack dance group for visitors aged 50+.
Want to... Continue reading
Warwick Arts Centre
Creative Workshops For Families
3 Oct-6 Dec 2023
Warwick Arts Centre, Free drop in.
Get ready for another season of creative fun at the Warwick Arts Centre this autumn! Drop in to our fun and FREE Family Sundays and Workshop Wednesdays and explore movement, craft, textiles and much more.
No need to book and no need to pay, just turn up and have fun! The fun doesn’t stop here.
We also have a diverse range of activities from Mini Creatives for the little ones to the Out of Whack dance group for visitors aged 50+.
Want to learn a new skill? Sign up for one of our short courses in ceramics or printing and casting and experiment with texture, shapes and materials. Join us from this season!
Find out more here

Phantom Sculpture
Mead Gallery, Warwick Arts Centre
Fri 6 Oct - Sun 10 Mar 24*
11.00am - 8.00pm, Tue – Sun
Free Entry
Experience quality family time at the Phantom Sculpture Exhibition in the Mead Gallery. This exhibit introduces your kids to the world of art while fostering creativity and togetherness. Explore the exhibition and don't miss the Making Space—a free creative zone where your family can craft sculptural responses with prompts from our Family Artists in Residence. Unleash your inner artists and create unique masterpieces. Join our Family Sunday free workshops to bond, nurture artistic talents, and make lasting memories together. Elevate your family day out with art, creativity, and togetherness at Phantom Sculpture!
*Exhibition Closed Sun21 Dec 2023- Wed 10 Jan 24
Find out more here(External link)

St Andrews Church Craft and Hobby Fair
St Andrew's Church is hosting their final Craft and Hobby Fair of 2023 on Saturday 28 October from 1.30pm until 4.30pm at Eastern Green Village Hall.

There will be lots of stalls selling handmade items and gifts. wood crafts, glassware, knitted and crocheted items and lots more. Gifts will be available for Christmas. Used books and jigsaws on sale too. Tea, coffee and cakes will also be available. Please do come along!

Date:28th October 2023.
Location: Eastern Green Village Hall, Church Lane, CV5 7BX
Cost: Free entry
Time: 13:30 - 16:30

UHCW Careers Open Day Job Opportunities in Coventry
- Date: Saturday 28th October, 10am - 2pm
- Venue: Clinical Sciences Building, University Hospital, Clifford Bridge Rd, Coventry CV2 2DX
- Price: FREE
- Booking: no need to book, just turn up!
Looking for a new job?

Join the staff at UHCW at their upcoming open day on Saturday 28 October 2023, 10am to 2pm, in the Clinical Sciences Building, University Hospital.

Attendance is FREE, no need to book! Jobs available for everyone, including senior, mid-level, entry-level positions, and apprenticeships. Learn about specific jobs, specialties, wards, areas, and departments by asking questions at the event. Over the years, countless individuals have found new jobs through the UHCW open days.
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Tile Hill Community Partnership - West Midlands Mayor's Community Picnic
10th September 2023 2pm - 4pm Limbrick Wood Church Green
The Community Resilience have been supporting Tile Hill Community Partnership to get the resources to run a free community event which takes place on 10^th September.
All the voluntary sector organisations have been working together, coordinating activities and organising free food to what should be an amazing free community event for local people.
If you live in the Tile Hill area, come along, everyone is welcome!

The Wellbeing for Life Festival

The Wellbeing for Life Festival returns for a... Continue reading

Tile Hill Community Partnership - West Midlands Mayor's Community Picnic
10th September 2023 2pm - 4pm Limbrick Wood Church Green
The Community Resilience have been supporting Tile Hill Community Partnership to get the resources to run a free community event which takes place on 10^th September.
All the voluntary sector organisations have been working together, coordinating activities and organising free food to what should be an amazing free community event for local people.
If you live in the Tile Hill area, come along, everyone is welcome!

The Wellbeing for Life Festival

The Wellbeing for Life Festival returns for a fourth year and will take place on Saturday 16 September between 10am and 4pm in Broadgate, Coventry.

The event is being organised in conjunction with Coventry City Council, Warwickshire County Council and the Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Partnership Trust. The festival will feature over 30 stands from these statutory services and voluntary and community (VCSE) organisations that offer health and wellbeing support.
The Wellbeing for Life festival aims to advise the public all about looking after their physical and mental health - from promoting services, signposting opportunities, and hosting activities, all in the name of helping people improve their wellbeing.
The festival also follows World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September, during which the key theme is 'creating hope through action'.
The focus is about reflecting on how you can support yourself or someone in your life who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts or suffering with their mental health. By showcasing as many support networks all in the same place on the day, we hope to create a positive space for all, by encouraging understanding and awareness.
Take a look at the Wellbeing for Life website(External link), and check out the great resources such as the Five Ways to Wellbeing life course map. It's all about the little things that can boost our health and wellbeing, one action at a time.

Cov's Big Bike Ride

Follow the traffic-free route from Broadgate to Charterhouse for a free family festival, and then join a guided ride onto Binley Cycleway towards The Millpool in Binley.
Route includes the historic London Road Cemetery: Paxton’s Arboretum, Charterhouse Heritage Park, the Loop Line and Binley segregated cycleway.
Bring your own bike, or head to Broadgate to hire bikes for all the family (ID required) or find West Midlands Cycle Hire(External link) docks around the city (16+), including at Broadgate, Charterhouse and The Millpool.
Find out more information here(External link)

Coventry Cathedral WW2 Digital Collection Day

Bring stories and objects relating to your family's WW2 experience to Coventry Cathedral to be preserved in a free-to-use online archive.
9th September 2023
Coventry Cathedral, 1 Hill Top, Coventry, CV1 5AB
11am - 15.30pm

For more information or to register(External link) visit the Coventry Cathedral website(

Keeping Coventry Clean!
Keeping Coventry clean! A group for volunteer litter pickers, tree planters, wildlife volunteers in Coventry! The umbrella of all litter picking groups and events. Post your achievements, get support and invite friends to your own events. Get involved by visiting their facebook page

NICU Sling & Buggy Walk | Coventry Sling Library
A gentle flat walk around the memorial park for NICU parents and caregivers past and present.
12th Sept. Starts at 10am
War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road, CV3 6PT
FREE
Please message the Facebook(External link) or Instagram(External link) page so the team know your coming.
Hosted by Coventry Sling Library, this is a gentle flat walk around the memorial park for NICU parents and caregivers past and present finishing with coffee and cake at the café.
Meet at The Park Bistro(External link) at 10am.
Follow Coventry Sling Library on Facebook(External link) and Instagram (External link)for updates!
Local Plan Review
Coventry City Council adopted the local Plan in 2017 and it now needs to be reviewed to ensure that it is in line with current government policy and that it reflects the Council’s own priorities.
The policies of the Local Plan set the context for determining whether planning applications are acceptable or not. Policies cover issues such as health and wellbeing, communities, climate change, housing, employment and much more.
The planning policy team is consulting until 12^th September 2023. The consultation document is called Issues and Options and it is accompanied by an Equality & Health Impact Assessment and a Sustainability Appraisal which are also being consulted on. We have also produced a non technical summary.
We are keen to ensure that the consultation reflects a wide range of communities and needs, and we are especially looking for the views of those who would not normally respond to a consultation. If you have any views on who, or which community groups you think we should speak to, please let the team know at planningpolicy@coventry.gov.uk(External link)
Find out more here https://www.coventry.gov.uk/localplanreview
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The Coventry Holidays and Food (HAF) Programme

The Holiday Activities and Food programme is back this summer, featuring over 150 activities for children and young people between July and September.
Places are completely free to children who receive free school meals.
To book sessions, parents/carers will need the child’s HAF code which is highlighted in the letter sent to their home.
Support is available for bookings through the Customer Service contact centre, family hubs, schools, and libraries located around the city centre.

For more information, head to https://www.coventry.gov.uk/holiday-activities-food

Could you Foster With Coventry?
Coventry City Council are recruiting people, like... Continue reading
The Coventry Holidays and Food (HAF) Programme

The Holiday Activities and Food programme is back this summer, featuring over 150 activities for children and young people between July and September.
Places are completely free to children who receive free school meals.
To book sessions, parents/carers will need the child’s HAF code which is highlighted in the letter sent to their home.
Support is available for bookings through the Customer Service contact centre, family hubs, schools, and libraries located around the city centre.

For more information, head to https://www.coventry.gov.uk/holiday-activities-food

Could you Foster With Coventry?
Coventry City Council are recruiting people, like you to become foster cares, so children can remain living in Coventry, near to their families, schools and friends.
Foster carers provide a stable home for children who are unable to live with their birth family.
You will need to have a spare room, some experience of working with or parenting children and the time and motivation to make a difference to children’s lives. In return you will receive full initial and ongoing training, 24/7 support from our friendly team and an excellent financial package.
Fostering is one of the most rewarding, challenging and amazing jobs you will do. If you think this is something you could do then call us today on 024 76 832828, apply online, or come along to one of event many information events which can be found online
We look forward to hearing from you and getting you started on your fostering journey with us.

Children's Saturday Storytelling - Herbert Art Gallery
Last Saturday of every month 26 August, 30 September, 28 October, 25 November, 30 December 2023, 27 January 2024 | 11.30am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm
Designed for age 3+, but all are welcome
The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum exhibits a wide selection of artworks and and hosts many contemporary art exhibitions. We aim to make these spaces welcoming for all, encouraging children to engage with our exhibitions. To support this, our expert Learning Team offer a series of relaxed, monthly art stories, specially designed for a younger audience.
Each month in the gallery spaces we will be reading a 15-minute story about a different global artist. The storytelling will present a perspective on the artist’s experiences and will support children with their own interpretations of artworks.
After listening to the story, children will have the opportunity to reimagine our collections through the lens of the artist, by actively participating in discussions and drawing works on display in the style of the artist they have learned about.

Local Plan Review
Coventry City Council adopted the local Plan in 2017 and it now needs to be reviewed to ensure that it is in line with current government policy and that it reflects the Council’s own priorities.
The policies of the Local Plan set the context for determining whether planning applications are acceptable or not. Policies cover issues such as health and wellbeing, communities, climate change, housing, employment and much more.
The planning policy team is consulting until 12^th September 2023. The consultation document is called Issues and Options and it is accompanied by an Equality & Health Impact Assessment and a Sustainability Appraisal which are also being consulted on. We have also produced a non technical summary.
We are keen to ensure that the consultation reflects a wide range of communities and needs, and we are especially looking for the views of those who would not normally respond to a consultation. If you have any views on who, or which community groups you think we should speak to, please let the team know at planningpolicy@coventry.gov.uk
Find out more here https://www.coventry.gov.uk/localplanreview
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almost 3 years ago
Summer Outdoor Activity Camp '23 - Coombe Abbey Park

Five weeks of outdoor activity camps will be held in Coombe Abbey Park this summer by Coventry Outdoors Education Service, part of Coventry City Council.

The camps are open to anyone between the ages of 11 and 15. Each participant is guaranteed to have an unforgettable adventure, which will include learning survival techniques, to taking part in all sorts of outdoor activities and challenges, whilst making new friends and having lots of fun!

Activities include:
- Combat Archery
- Laser Tag
- Bushcraft
- Survival Skills
Outdoor Activity Camps can be booked online.(External link)... Continue reading
Summer Outdoor Activity Camp '23 - Coombe Abbey Park

Five weeks of outdoor activity camps will be held in Coombe Abbey Park this summer by Coventry Outdoors Education Service, part of Coventry City Council.

The camps are open to anyone between the ages of 11 and 15. Each participant is guaranteed to have an unforgettable adventure, which will include learning survival techniques, to taking part in all sorts of outdoor activities and challenges, whilst making new friends and having lots of fun!

Activities include:
- Combat Archery
- Laser Tag
- Bushcraft
- Survival Skills
Outdoor Activity Camps can be booked online.(External link)
- Date: Monday 31 July 2023 - Friday 1 September 2023. Recurs weekly on Monday.
- Location: Coombe Abbey Park, Brinklow Road, Binley, Coventry, CV3 2AB
- Cost: £25 per person, per day.
- Time: 10:00 - 15:00
For more information visit the Coventry Outdoors website(External link) or contact the team at: OutdoorEducation@coventry.gov.uk(External link)

The Power of You
The Power Of You was created with the aim of bringing together young black women, ages 18-24, to foster sisterhood, develop confidence in their careers.

We are inviting you to an afternoon of authentic conversations and connections. The "Power of You" event is deeply inspired by the impactful International Women's Day (IWD) campaign from last year, which embraced the empowering theme of "Choose to Challenge." This influential initiative urged individuals to challenge and confront gender bias, inequality, and stereotypes, fostering a more inclusive and equal world.
We specifically noticed the challenges young black women face due to prevalent stereotypes and discrimination in achieving their academic and professional goals.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-power-of-you-tickets-651204198287(External link)

Date:1st July 2023.
Location: Coventry Cathedral Pavilion
Cost: Free
Time: 13:00 - 16:00

Could you be Coventry's Poet Laureate?

Applications for Young and Adult Coventry Poet Laureate 2023-25

Coventry Libraries and Information Service are looking forward to appointing a further two new Poet Laureates in October 2023 for a two year period.
The Coventry Poet Laureate and Coventry Young Poet Laureate are honorary posts which will involve writing poems to commemorate significant moments, giving performances of their work and encouraging an interest in poetry across the city.

Workshops
There will be a workshop at Central Library where you can find out about each role and the application process:
- Coventry Poet Laureate Workshop - Saturday 1 July 10.30am - 12.30pm at Central Library
- Coventry Young Poet Laureate Workshop - Saturday 15 July 10.30am - 12.30pm at Central Library
The workshops will be run by current Coventry Poet Laureate 2021-2023 Emilie Lauren Jones.
Book your workshop place by contacting Coventry Central Library on 024 7683 2314 or by sending an email
Apply to be Coventry's Poet Laureate

Applicants should be:
- Coventry Poet Laureate - 18 years or older on 31 August 2023
- Coventry Young Poet Laureate - 13 years or older and under 18 years old on 31 August 2023
Applicants are asked to submit two short poems, one of which should reference the theme Refuge.
Closing date Friday 18 August 2023 at 12 noon.
Find out more about the workshops and apply online.

Free Open Day at the Weaver's House
Visit The Weaver’s House for a free Open Day. Experience life and work in the 1540s and explore the working medieval garden. Refreshments available.
Visit The Weaver’s House and garden for a free Open Day. Experience how John Croke, a Coventry narrow-loom weaver and his family would have lived and worked in the 1540s. The restored historic building includes a full-size replica of a medieval loom in the upstairs ‘solar’ room. Explore the working medieval garden showing the plants that would have been grown for food, flavouring, medicine and household use. Enjoy talks on the daily life of a weaver in bygone days, medieval times, and the history of the building. You may also see demonstrations including weaving and spinning during your visit. Tea, coffee and homemade cakes are served on Open Days. Please note the solar room containing the loom is accessed by ladder. Suggested last entry time 3.30pm. Entry is free, donations are very welcome.
For full details visit the website. The Weaver’s House, 121, Upper Spon Street, Spon End, Coventry, CV1 3BQ.
Date:15th July 2023.
Location: Weaver's House, 121 Upper Spon St, Coventry CV1 3BQ
Cost: Free
Time: 10:00 - 16:00