Coventry is the place to go for non-stop events in the Midlands. Before you go, plan your sightseeing itinerary with our list of the top things to do in Coventry, England. Formerly part of Warwickshire until 1451, and again from 1842 to 1974, Coventry had a population of 345,324 at the 2021 census, [1] making it the tenth largest city in England and the 13th largest in the United Kingdom. [9] COVENTRY | The ultimate tour of Coventry City Centre Come with us for a virtual walking tour through this amazing city full of incredible history and sight and sounds. Let's explore together ... Coventry is a large city in the West Midlands region of England, part of the United Kingdom. It has a population of just over 365,000 (2018), making it the eleventh-largest city in the country.