9 Spon Street wood plaque

This wood commemorative plaque records: This building dating from the 15th century, was formerly 7 Much Park Street. It was dismantled and reconstructed in its original form in 1970-71. The front range, built over a stone vaulted cellar, had a ground floor workshop and upper floor solar, the original stair position is still evident in the trimmed joists. A passage led to the hall and other buildings at the rear. One hall bay was open to the roof and the vestiges of a smoke outlet may still be seen. The original hearth has been preserved in its correct position and level beneath the present floor. The project was carried out by the City Corporation with aid of gifts of materials Recorded plaque organisation: Coventry City Council.

This 15th-century building, originally located at 7 Much Park Street, is significant for its well-preserved medieval architectural features including a stone vaulted cellar, original stair position, and an intact medieval hearth. Its dismantling and reconstruction in the early 1970s by the City Corporation showcases efforts to preserve historical structures from the medieval period in situ.