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Golden Cross, Coventry
Coventry
CV1 5RF
Reviews (Current Rating Average: 7 of 10) see review guidelines
Quinno _ left this review about Golden Cross
Impressively Medieval black and white timbered building with lead lined windows up a narrow lane in one of the few parts of town that wasn’t obliterated during the Blitz. Not much to write home about inside, unsympathetic modernisation bar some aged wood supports. Two rooms, with the servery at the far end. GBG listed. My first choice was obviously iffy, the grumpy barmaid retorted "I'M NOT TAKING IT OFF!” loud enough for the entire pub to hear. The replacement Osset was much better (NBSS 3.5) but the stay felt a bit sour and we shoved-off fairly swiftly.
On 8th January 2026
- rating: 6
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Bucking Fastard left this review about Golden Cross
Missed by the Luftwaffe,this is a fine medeival building from the outside very close to a large 'spoons.The windows are all leaded lattice but the interior is plane with some original features such as a central wood burner and low beams but I guess a lot has been lost in refurbs.The furniture is traditional with a seating area around the front windows,a mid ship of a few small tables ,then further seating infront of the rear servery running across the back wall.
The star here is the real ale and it features in the 2026 GBG. Bath Gem and Titanic Plum Porter (NBSS 4.5) are regulars while on my trip guests were Ossett Silver King (NBSS 4.5) and Silhill WOW IPA.Rosie Pig Rhubarb and Old Rosie were the cider options.There is also a CAMRA discount.The service was friendly and very helpful on the curry question and for me this is a must visit in Coventry.I will most certainly be back,the ale conditioning was outstanding.
On 17th October 2025
- rating: 8
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Strongers . left this review about Golden Cross
Building’s dating back to medieval times are like hen’s teeth in Coventry, so I was surprised to say the least when I clapped my eye’s on the Golden Cross Inn as I approached on a recent midweek early evening. On a corner plot this timber framed pub with lead lined stained glass windows was very inviting. Inside different tiled floor areas and the old wooden beam construction show that this was once a building with many very small rooms, but at some point it has been opened up to house a public house. The counter is found at the rear where there was a bit of a wait while some food ordering went on ahead of me. This gave me a chance to note that Premium keg was available alongside Neck Oil and that three of the four hand pumps were in operation drawing Theakston’s Lightfoot, Bath Ales Gem and Titanic’s Plum Porter. There were also a couple of Old Rosie clips advertising availability. I went for the porter which was spot on and politely served. This was a decent spot for a pint and I’d pop in for another if passing.
On 11th October 2024
- rating: 7
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Blue Scrumpy left this review about Golden Cross
Return visit to this historic Coventry city centre pub, not far from the cathedral. It was busy and lively on our Saturday afternoon visit. There appeared to be a mix of shoppers, drinkers and those finishing their lunches.
Bar staff were amenable and had their regular beer Wye Valley HPA, alongside guests Bath Gem, Church End Goat's Milk & Titanic Plum Porter. Ciders fetched from the cellar were Weston's Old Rosie & Rosie's Pig Rhubarb. A CAMRA discount is offered.
On 4th July 2022
- rating: 7
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Graham Coombs left this review about Golden Cross
Half timbered and much photographed survivor of the notorious bombing raid, including a more-modern extension housing a performance space. Unsurprisingly it has something of a touristy feel but is still quite a nice pub. Ales on pump were HPA, Bath Gem and Titanic Plum Porter, with a couple of Rosie's ciders also. Live music Saturdays.
On 8th September 2021
- rating: 7
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Delboy 20 left this review about Golden Cross
Attractive looking corner pub near the cathedral. Golden Cross ale and Adnams Ghost Ship on which were fine. Worth a visit.
On 15th January 2020
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Ian Mapp left this review about Golden Cross
Good Beer Guide Tick #2 in Coventry.
Architecturally stunning medieval building next to the cathedral... somehow surviving the blitz.
Inside its had a posh makeover - making it near gastro.
Four to five real ale pumps on. The Adnams Ghost Ship was in slightly better than average condition.
Nothing to make this stand out.
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On 1st October 2018
- rating: 6
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Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about The Golden Cross
One of Coventry's finest old buildings that somehow escaped the blitz, and thankfully reopened as a pub following a prolonged period of closure. However, the interior comes as something of a surprise, as the decor is definitely modern (although, to be fair, it works quite well with the retained heritage features). There is also a discreet modern extension at the back, housing the kitchen, etc. Three of four handpumps in operation, dispensing a 'house' ale, Waggle Dance and a very good Church End Stout Coffin (£3.50).
On 18th August 2017
- rating: 7
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Danny O'Revey left this review about The Golden Cross
Newly opened 2 storey pub/restaurant.
Very old timbered building there is a bar on both floors. The beams are painted a neutral green and there is a modern staircase. Not sure these features work, but the building still possesses a lot of class, there is a large chimney near the bottom bar and there are more beams than you can shake a stick at! The upstairs floor is very wobbly and the walls lean out to the street.
3 real ales available and its a very nice place.
On 27th February 2017
- rating: 7
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