CATHEDRAL LIAISON OFFICER’S REPORT :
New Catering Facilities 2012
A new Coffee Shop will be opening in the old bookshop and it is hoped this will be popular with visitors, passing university students and the local community.
The Undercroft Café will be used as a catering facility for groups and coach tour visitors.
The new catering partner is “Amadeus”. This is a Birmingham based company and is part of the National Exhibition Centre Catering Group.
Overhaul of the Sound System
The Cathedral’s sound system is being overhauled and it is hoped that a considerable improvement will be noticed. The funding has been provided by a generous grant from the Diocese of Coventry.
“Chapel of Unity” – Ramp Access
Because of the danger of falling tiles from the chapel walls the ramp access is closed. Alternative options are being considered – at inconsiderable cost!
World Monument Fund
The old ruins are one of 67 sites to be placed on the 2012 Watch List (sites in danger).
“Significant water infiltration and structural deterioration call for immediate action if this important reminder of the ravages of war is to survive”.
Dates for your Diary – Coventry Cathedral:
Cathedral Flower Festival 5th – 8th May 2012
‘The Power and the Glory’
A stunning new Coventry Cathedral rose has been selected to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the consecration of the new cathedral in 2012.
The repeat-flowering floribunda rose produces orange buds which turn to a deep apricot colour. It has a light delicate scent, grows to 80 cm and has excellent disease resistance. Look out for its public launch in July 2012.
David R. Hill Cathedral Liaison Officer -
Barford Sherbourne & Wasperton
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