Coventry has many claims to fame, but one of the strongest is its place in Britain's automotive history. From Daimler and Standard to Jaguar and the modern JLR era, the city has long been associated with car manufacture and engineering innovation. Each year, Coventry MotorFest celebrates that heritage by bringing vehicles, enthusiasts and the public… Continue reading Coventry MotorFest: Celebrating the City’s Automotive Heritage
Tag: Photographer
At the Priory Undercroft: Photographs from Dresden
Christine and Gunter Starke are renowned photographers from our partner city of Dresden where they have been documenting people and places for over 45 years. They are visiting Coventry this month and in advance they sent over sets of photographs which are now on show in the LTB’s St Mary Priory Undercroft near the cathedral. Christine and Gunter’s particular concern has been… Continue reading At the Priory Undercroft: Photographs from Dresden
Mary’s reflection on the Dresden visit
Below we are pleased to publish Mary Courtney's recollection of her first visit to Dresden. Similarities and differences As a first timer in Germany, I couldn’t help but be struck by differences and similarities with Coventry. Accustomed to seeing just one naked woman on a horse in Coventry city centre, our iconic Godiva, I was… Continue reading Mary’s reflection on the Dresden visit
Reflection on a visit to Dresden by Magda
Magda Kirndoerfer has been involved in promoting Kiel - Coventry links over many years. It was a treat to meet her in Dresden this time around. Here she picks out some events that she attended during her visit. As a 4-day guest from Kiel I am absolutely grateful for having been part of this large… Continue reading Reflection on a visit to Dresden by Magda
Dave’s reflection on the Dresden visit
Below we are pleased to publish Dave Hirons recollection of the visit to Dresden. Our visit to Dresden was made up of a number of exceptional experiences. It was 1800 miles of driving, there and back, but, having the car, gave us the freedom to stop as Linda required and we were able to get… Continue reading Dave’s reflection on the Dresden visit
Coventry Association for International Friendship 