Coventry
Coventry is famous for the legend of Lady Godiva & Peeping Tom, though it has far more to offer than just that. The Luftwaffe decimated most of the city during the Second World War, but the modern cathedral is a must-see as it stands next to the remains of its medieval predecessor. The city is also home to the Museum of British Transport: while nearby attractions include Twycross Zoo and Kenilworth Castle.
2009 marks the 250th anniversary of Scottish poet Robert Burns' birth. Burns was a poet and a lyricist and is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland.
The Burns Supper was started a few years after his death by a group of his friends; they held the supper to honour and remember Burns. The tradition caught on and the ritual of Burns Supper is now held all around the world.
His life and work will be celebrated throughout the year at many Burns-related events.
