The Angel

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Site Name: The Angel
Location: Coventry
County: Coventry (city-county) in Warwickshire
Location Type: Town - in town at determined location

Overview

Little is known of the Angel, which was located in Smithford Street (the street was damaged by bombing during World War II and no longer exists).

Performance History

In 1600 Lord Chandos' players performed at the Angel in defiance of the mayor's command.

Current Status

Demolished.

History of the Venue

Unknown.

Record Source

REED Coventry 356

Bibliographic Sources

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  • Page, William, ed. The Victoria History of the County of Warwick. The Victoria History of the Counties of England. 8 vols. London: Archibald Constable & Co. [vols 1-–2]; Oxford UP [vols 3-–8], 1904–8 [vols 1–2]; 1945–69 [vols 3–8].