Who Sold Highfield Road?

This was a pivotal moment, and one which Geoffrey Robinson later described as ‘a disastrous mistake’. He said: ‘We sold Highfield Road outright in order to do it. ‘The whole thing, as it turned out with hindsight, was a disastrous mistake for the club.

Why did Coventry City sell Highfield Road?

However, it lacked facilities compared to the new stadia of similar-sized clubs, which was one of the main causes of the move to the Ricoh Arena. Another reason for relocation was that parking facilities in the local area were inadequate.

When did Coventry City move from Highfield Road?

2005
Thank you for subscribing! Today marks 17 years since Coventry City Football Club played their last game at Highfield Road before their move to what was then called the Ricoh Arena. The stadium was home to the Sky Blues for all but six years of its existence, from 1899 to 2005.

When was Highfield Road demolished?

In 1936, to celebrate City’s promotion back to Division 2 and with gates regularly topping 25,000, the ‘rotting planks’ of the original 1899 stand were demolished to make way for a new main stand at a cost of £14,000.

When did Highfield Road become all seater?

1981
In 1981, Coventry City converted Highfield Road to all-seating, the first club in England to do so, at the instigation of the then chairman, Jimmy Hill.

What is the posh area in Coventry?

The figures show the richest neighbourhood in Coventry is Earlsdon and Canley Gardens, with an average annual income of £49,500.

Why is Coventry growing so fast?

With the development of the city centre, new businesses and investment, improvements to infrastructure and fantastic higher education and research taking place in Coventry, more people are coming to Coventry.

What is the most deprived area in Coventry?

Coventry’s Wood End has been named as one of the most deprived areas in the whole of England, according to new research. The area around Hillmorton Road, in Henley ward, has been identified as the eighth most deprived area in the country.

How many Muslims are in Coventry?

Religion

What is the black population of Coventry?

Coventry Demographics
Over 66% of the city’s population is White British. Of the remaining residents, 7.2% are White (non-British), 5.5% are black, and over 16% are Asian, which far exceeds the national average.

What was Coventry ground called?

From 1899 to 2005, Coventry City played at Highfield Road. The 32,609-capacity Coventry Building Society Arena (named the Ricoh Arena until 2021) was opened in August 2005 to replace Highfield Road. (as Singers F.C.)

When was Highfield Estate built?

Built in the 1970’s, Highfield Estate bordered by Scots Hill and Copthorne Road replaced Highfield House, its grounds and The lodge house. It is thought that the house was originally called Spycers, then Scots Hill House and renamed Highfield when Issac Warwick purchased the house and adjoining land.

What bus goes down Highfield Road Blackpool?

These Bus lines stop near Highfield Road: 17, 18, 5, 68, 7.

When was standing banned in England?

The 1989 Football Spectators Act contained a regulation requiring football grounds to become all-seated as directed by the Secretary of State. This was to be overseen by the Football Licensing Authority (now the Sport Grounds Safety Authority).

Can you stand at a football match?

Many supporters believe that it is illegal to stand at football matches in the Premier League or Championship but this is not actually the case. Although clubs are allowed to throw you out if you refuse to sit.

Are Coventry City building a new stadium?

A further dispute with Wasps prior to the 2019–20 season saw Coventry City leave the Ricoh for a further two seasons. In March 2021, Wasps and Coventry City agreed to a ten-year deal to return to the arena and the city of Coventry.
Coventry Building Society Arena.

Who is the most famous person in Coventry?

1. Clive Owen. British actor Clive Owen is one of a handful of stars who, though he is best known for his art house films, can handle more mainstream films with equal measures of grace and skill.

How many millionaires are there in Coventry?

And sale of nearly 80 houses worth £1m or more only last year suggests that Coventry contributes significantly to the number of millionaires in the region. The Office for National Statistics estimates there are 131,000 people in the region with a total wealth of £1m or more.

Why are there so many Irish in Coventry?

Irish people have settled in Coventry for over four centuries. The greatest population rises were because of the famine in the 19th century and for work in the 20th century. The most common occupations were as labourers or in Coventry’s factories, first making silk ribbon and then in the motor industry.

Who is the biggest employer in Coventry?

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• NHS. 3.8★ 9.6K. Reviews. 5.2K. Salaries.
• ASDA. 3.4★ 8.4K. Reviews. 3.4K.

Is there a lot of crime in Coventry?

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