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Invitation to ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Institute of Engagement staff, Fellows and Members and ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Researchers:

National Trust, Charterhouse, Coventry Come and See event, November 23^rd, 11-1.30pm

¹û¶³´«Ã½ Institute of Engagement (WIE) and the National Trust (NT) invite staff, Fellows and Members of WIE and research active colleagues with an interest in public engagement to join us for a Come and See event at Charterhouse (London Road, Coventry, CV1 2JR) on Monday 23rd of November 2026, 11-1.30 pm.

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What is Charterhouse?

A medieval monastic house surrounded by acres of tranquil green space. Home to some of the finest examples of medieval and renaissance art in England. This Grade I listed, 14th century building has quite the story to share. Founded in 1381, Coventry Charterhouse has served many different purposes. From a 14th century monastery to a family home and later as a garden that produced exotic fruit for wealthy locals. Former notable inhabitants include Robert Dudley, famous favourite of Queen Elizabeth I, and John Whittingham who cultivated the nursery and walled garden for food production. In more recent years, the house has a whole new tale to tell, with tenacious members of the community coming together to save the building from sale and possible demolition.

What is the purpose of the event?

This event is the opportunity to have a private tour of the site, to understand its histories and to explore possibilities for collaboration on public engagement at and/or with this National Trust site. We will hear about the mission and vision for the National Trust in Coventry and especially how the NT is working with diverse communities in the region in line with its current strategy:

• to restore nature – not just on National Trust land, but everywhere;
• to end unequal access to nature, beauty and history;
• to inspire millions more people to care and take action.

Our colleagues at Charterhouse are keen to hear more about our public engagement activities and ambitions at the event. We share a common purpose in our community/public engagement ambitions.

Getting there:

Attendees will be expected to make their own way to and from Charterhouse. Information about how to get there can be found on the NT website: