Coombe Abbey is a Gothic Revival abbey in Coventry, Warwickshire, England. Built in 1150, it was designed by William Winde, and is Grade I listed. It is owned by Coventry City Council (via Coombe Abbey Park Limited / Coventry Municipal Holdings Limited).
Location: Brinklow Road, Binley, Coventry, Warwickshire, England
Verified facts
- Located in Combe Fields, Coventry
confidence 95/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-1947, SRC-1948, SRC-6377, SRC-6378, SRC-9608 - Designed by William Winde
confidence 70/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1947, SRC-1948, SRC-4127 - Built in 1150
confidence 70/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1947, SRC-1948, SRC-4127 - Historic designation: Grade I listed
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-1947, SRC-1948, SRC-6451, SRC-6452 - Owned by Coventry City Council (via Coombe Abbey Park Limited / Coventry Municipal Holdings Limited) (since 1964)
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-13803, SRC-1947, SRC-13804 - Architectural style: Gothic Revival
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-13012, SRC-1948, SRC-6451
Evidence & sources
- SRC-13012 — https://www.coombeabbey.com/about/hotel/hotel-features/history-of-coombe-abbey/ (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-13803 — https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/02700383/persons-with-significant (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-13804 — https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/news/coventry-news/coombe-abbey-hotel-valued-nothing-32026847 (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-1947 — Coombe Abbey — Wikipedia (Tier 2, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1948 — Combe Abbey — Parks & Gardens UK (Tier 2, heritage_database; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4127 — thedicamillo.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5889 — Coombe Abbey Hotel — Contact Us (official site) (Tier 1, official; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5890 — SearchOut (Warwickshire County Council venue directory) — Coombe Abbey Hotel (Tier 2, government; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6377 — Coombe Abbey Hotel, Warwickshire — Nights in the Past (Tier 3, directory; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6378 — Coombe Abbey Hotel – 4-star hotel in Coventry — HRS (Tier 3, directory; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6451 — Historic England — Combe Abbey and Bridge Over Moat Attached to South (List Entry 1233485) (Tier 1, government-heritage-listing; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6452 — The Arbuturian — Coombe Abbey Hotel Review (Tier 3, magazine-review; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-9608 — Coventry City Council — Coombe Abbey Park (Tier 1, official_record; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Coombe Abbey Country Park open daily (daylight hours); park Visitor Centre open daily 10:00-15:00. Abbey itself is now a hotel.
Admission: Country park free to enter (parking charges apply); abbey building is a hotel - access via stays/dining/events
Frequently asked questions
Can you visit Coombe Abbey?
Yes — Coombe Abbey is open to the public. Hours: Coombe Abbey Country Park open daily (daylight hours); park Visitor Centre open daily 10:00-15:00. Abbey itself is now a hotel.. Admission: Country park free to enter (parking charges apply); abbey building is a hotel - access via stays/dining/events.
Who designed Coombe Abbey?
Coombe Abbey was designed by William Winde.
Where is Coombe Abbey located?
Coombe Abbey is located in Coventry, Warwickshire.