Rescued from dereliction, today Coventry Canal Basin is a great place to explore canal heritage, spot quirky crafts in old warehouses, relax in cafes and bars and spot local wildlife on the water. Download a map here.

Bishop Street Basin, in the heart of Coventry, has now been restored and marks the end of the Coventry Canal. It has a welcoming community of boaters, and is an ideal starting point for your Sunday afternoon canalside stroll or bike ride.

A footbridge over the ringroad lets you walk from the basin to the town centre, with places to shop, eat and drink.

Things to do at Coventry Canal Basin:

Historic Landmarks
Discover the old weighbridge house, the hump-backed bridge, and old warehouses.

The Art Trail at Coventry Canal Basin

Cycle down the towpath and spot award-winning public art. For more specific details on the artwork and the artists concerned click here.

James Brindley

Find the statue of James Brindley (1716-1772) who was commissioned to build Coventry Canal. James was one of the early canal engineers who worked on some of the first canals of the modern era. He played an essential role in shaping the way canals were built during the Industrial Revolution.

Places to eat at the Canal Basin

There are two cafés at the Canal Basin - Gorety Portuguese Café and Playwrights Café.

Toilets

The nearest public toilets are in Coventry Market and Pool Meadow Bus Station on Fairfax Street.

Parking at Coventry Canal Basin

There is pay and display parking on the road close to the Canal Basin.