Whispers of history: From Coventry to Chesterton Windmill!

Let me tell you the story of my first day tour in the UK. Actually this was never meant to be a tour. I had been here 3 months and was eager to see some familiar faces. So a small group of us decided to head to Coventry to meet them. We were deciding between train or bus, but luckily, one of us had a car which actually made a huge difference in the outcome of this trip.

So around 10 quid a head got us covered for the entire trip in terms of fuel, and we left around 9 in the morning. Once we got to Coventry, I felt like I’ve travelled back in time. The city is small but interesting, its cathedral wearing its scars or ruins from the WW || bombings with pride. At that place can be seen a perfect blend of history and modern architecture. This along with the Lady Godiva statue, and the War Memorial Park, stand as symbols of hope and renewal, flaunting the city’s resilience and unbreakable spirit.

The funny thing about Coventry though, is it is really small to explore, so even on the busiest day, 2-3 hours would be more than enough to cover the entire place. So looking at the clock after exploring everything the city has to offer, including the cozy cafes where we had our morning coffee and the quirky shops, we it was just 2’o clock!! This is where the car played a significant role. Because if we took public transport, doing Chesterton Windmill would’ve been impossible on the same day. It’s just 20 miles approximately, however, we had to head back to Sheffield the same day.

Moreover, I would say this place was the highlight of the day. The windmill is almost 400 years old, and it’s a photographers paradise, with magnificent views of Warwickshire countryside. Also I’d recommend coming here late afternoons to get the golden-hour light. You can spend a hour or 2 here in serenity, even take a leisure walk in surrounding fields. A unique fact about this place is it has no cafes, restaurants, shops, or visitor centres here. Just raw, unspoiled beauty.

The return trip took another 2 hours and we were home by 7 in the evening. However, during those 10 hours, not even a minute felt wasted. So in total, we spent no more than 20 quid each, including the coffees, fuel, and some snacks.

So the next time you’re in the Midlands and find some spare time on your hands, take a detour! I promise you won’t regret it!!

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