Hillfields Collection

A residents view from the balcony of a flat in Queens Street, Coventry, overlooking new flats being built in Hillfields. 12th January 1966

A small boy rummages among the tangled wrecks of old cars on waste ground in the Hillfields area of Coventry. In the background is the towering block of flats in Queen Street. 4th February 1965

Leeds on the attack or is it Liverpool? Coventry youngsters beneath a 10-storey Yardley Street " grandstand" bow to the ritual of Cup Final day on their backyard Wembley. 1st May 1965

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh visits Hillfields, Bristol. Pictured, guides waiting to see the Duke of Edinburgh. 6th November 1953

Children playing on play equipment on land between flats at Hillfields, Coventry, West Midlands. 11th October 1971

A 16 storey block of flats towering over Hillfields, Coventry, West Midlands. 29th April 1966

The concrete framework of the 10-storey block of flats in Hillfields rises up beyond the weather-scarred walls of derelict property in Queen Street, Coventry

The High-rise flats in Hillfields as seen from Coventry Cathedral. The City Mill(flour) with its tall chimney can be seen in the foreground. 22nd March 1968

Coventry CV1 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Coventry CV1 5

Bristol BS16 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bristol BS16 4

Coventry from Hillfields, c. 1807 (oil on canvas)
3506166 Coventry from Hillfields, c.1807 (oil on canvas) by Rudge, Edward Junior (1789-1841) (attr.to); 71.5x92 cm; Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry, UK; eHerbert Art Gallery & Museum

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh arrives at Hillfields, Bristol. 6th November 1953

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh at Hillfields, Bristol, pictured at a signing. 6th November 1953

Five new lambs at the City Farm, Hillfields, Coventry. 19th February 1997

The changing face of Coventry is shown by these new blocks of flats towering over old houses in Weston Street, Hillfields, Coventry. 24th September 1966

A contrast between old and new buildings in Coventry. Modern blocks of flats tower over partly-demolished houses in Queens Street, Hillfields, Coventry. 23rd November 1966

The short and tall of the Hillfields landscape. Gone are the row-upon-row of terraced houses that once formed the heart of the area and in their place have sprung up great towering blocks of flats

Flat dwellers look down on a huddle of crumbling outhouses in Hillfields, Coventry. 11th February 1970

Bulldozers are clearing away the old Hillfields streets to make way for the high-rise flats. Our photograph shows some of the remaining buildings still to be demolished with the new flats looming up

The concrete circle of a sewer pipe outlines the rapidly changing scene. This is the new Hillfields of tower blocks and concrete

One of the open spaces that has appeared in the Hillfields area of Coventry where houses have been demolished. The local residents think the area should be landscaped

A resident on the eighth floor of Hillfields House, in Yardley Street, Coventry, looks out over the roofs of Hillfields at new flats rising up in Castle Street. 1st December 1966

Cheshire East CW12 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cheshire East CW12 1

Sandwell B67 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Sandwell B67 6

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"Hillfields: A Vibrant Community in Coventry's Heart" From the balcony of a flat on Queens Street, Coventry, residents are treated to a breathtaking view of Hillfields. The bustling neighborhood is alive with activity and holds stories within its every corner. As one explores the area, they may stumble upon a small boy rummaging among tangled wrecks of old cars on waste ground. This scene captures the essence - a place where curiosity thrives and adventure awaits at every turn. Leeds or Liverpool? Coventry youngsters engage in an enthusiastic game beneath the towering 10-storey Yardley building. Football fever runs deep in this community, as children embrace their passion for the beautiful game. Navigating through Hillfields becomes easier with the help of the detailed Coventry CV1 5 Map. It acts as a guide, leading residents and visitors alike to discover hidden gems scattered throughout this vibrant district. Laughter fills the air as children joyfully play on equipment nestled between flats at Hillfields. Their carefree spirits remind us that even amidst urban landscapes, childhood innocence can flourish. The imposing presence of a 16-storey block of flats stands tall over Hillfields, symbolizing both resilience and progress. These structures serve as beacons of hope for those who call this place home. Looking back into history reveals an oil painting depicting Coventry from Hillfields circa 1807. This artwork transports us to another era while reminding us that time has shaped this community into what it is today. Beyond Coventry lies Cheshire East CW12 1 Map, Bristol BS16 4 Map, Sandwell B67 6 Map - distant places connected by shared experiences and aspirations. They too have their own versions of "Hillfields, " each unique yet united by common threads woven across communities far and wide. Royal visits leave an indelible mark on any locale they grace; Prince Philip's arrival at Hillfields, Bristol in 1953 was no exception.