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Photographic Print : Highfield Road, Coventry AFL03_aerofilms_654974
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Highfield Road, Coventry AFL03_aerofilms_654974
HIGHFIELD ROAD, Coventry. Aerial view of the former home of Coventry City Football Club photographed in 1995. The Sky Blues moved to the Ricoh Arena in 2005. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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Media ID 3002667
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Football Leisure Lost Football Grounds Recreation Sport Urban
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience a piece of Coventry's rich football history with this stunning aerial photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the former home of Coventry City Football Club at Highfield Road, as captured by Aerofilms in 1995. The Sky Blues may have moved to the Ricoh Arena in 2005, but this precious moment in time is beautifully preserved in this high-quality print from the Historic England Aerofilms Collection. Relive the memories or start a new collection with this unique and intriguing image.
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Nostalgic Glimpse of Highfield Road, Coventry's Legendary Football Ground Highfield Road, Coventry (AFL03_aerofilms_654974) is an evocative aerial photograph that captures the essence of a bygone era in Coventry's rich football history. This image, taken in 1995 by Aerofilms, offers a unique perspective of the former home of Coventry City Football Club, which closed its doors in 2005 when the team moved to the Ricoh Arena. The photograph reveals the urban landscape of Highfield Road, with its intricate network of roads, buildings, and greenery. The football ground, situated at the heart of the scene, is a dominant feature, its lush green pitch and terraced stands standing out against the surrounding urban backdrop. The terraces, now empty and silent, once echoed with the passionate cheers and roars of thousands of fans who came to support their beloved Sky Blues. The aerial view also highlights the close relationship between the football ground and the community. Surrounding the stadium are rows of terraced houses, schools, and local businesses, all of which contributed to the vibrant atmosphere that made Highfield Road a cherished part of Coventry's identity. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back in time, to an era when football was not just a sport, but a community event, a source of pride and unity for the people of Coventry. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the history and traditions that have shaped this city and its football club, and the enduring power of sport to bring people together. Today, Highfield Road stands as a symbol of Coventry's proud football heritage, a testament to the passion and dedication of its fans, and a reminder of the memories and experiences that continue to live on in the hearts and minds of those who once called it home.
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