As the colder months set in, CV Life is offering a lifeline to Coventry residents with the launch of Cosy Corner, a series of warm hubs designed to provide safe, welcoming spaces for people to connect, stay warm, and enjoy low-cost refreshments.
Located across CV Life’s facilities, including Centre AT7, The Alan Higgs Centre, Coventry Transport Museum, the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum, Xcel Leisure Centre, and The Wave, Cosy Corner invites visitors to relax, socialise, and take advantage of free Wi-Fi, and other amenities.
The warm hubs are open during the day and into the evening, offering something for everyone. Families can enjoy soft play at selected venues, while adults can meet new friends over £1 tea and coffee. There are also jigsaws, puzzles, board games, and books available at Xcel Leisure Centre. Visitors can even watch daytime TV at The Alan Higgs Centre and The Wave.
All venues outside of the city centre also offer free parking.
Wendy Jackson, CV Life’s Head of Community Development, is the brains behind the initiative.
She said: “Cosy Corner is about more than just providing warmth. It’s a chance for people to connect with others, access free services like Wi-Fi, and see our facilities as community wellness spaces. In challenging times, we want to support local people by creating environments that are safe, welcoming, and affordable.”
The Cosy Corner schedule includes weekday and weekend access at various times to suit all needs. Highlights include:
Centre AT7 & The Alan Higgs Centre
Weekdays: 10am – 8pm
Weekends: 10am – 4:30pm
Soft Play (AT7): Weekdays, 9am – 3pm and 6pm – 10pm
Coventry Transport Museum & Herbert Art Gallery and Museum
Thursdays: 10:30am – 12:30pm (Coventry Transport Museum)
Wednesdays: 10:30am – 12:30pm (Herbert Art Gallery and Museum)
Xcel Leisure Centre & The Wave
Weekdays: 10am – 7pm
Weekends: 10am – 3pm
Soft Play: Weekdays, 9am – 3pm, and 3pm – 8pm
Coffee Tots Café, The Wave
Daily: 9am – 3pm
Moat House Community and Leisure Centre
Weekdays: 4pm – 8pm
So if you’re looking for a warm place to relax, meet others, or enjoy an affordable family outing, CV Life’s Cosy Corner is here to support you this winter.
For more details, visit https://cvlife.co.uk/cosy-corner/ or pop into your nearest hub. The scheme is set to run until 31 March.