Both old and new cathedrals in Coventry as seen from University Square
St Michael's Cathedral, Coventry, West Midlands. Both old and new cathedrals as seen from University Square. © Historic England Archive. DP164703.
St Michael's Cathedral, Coventry, West Midlands. Both old and new cathedrals as seen from University Square. © Historic England Archive. DP164703.

Loss and Destruction Season

A season of cultural activities and events exploring the issue of lost heritage and the importance of buildings and places to communities.

Throughout 2019 Historic England looked at why our collective history and heritage is so important to us all, and why it needs to be looked after.

Cultural heritage is a valuable, tangible and authentic link to our past. It allows us to make memories and form identities, and its destruction often strikes at the very heart of communities.