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Finham

Parish in Coventry, England

Coordinates:52.377, -1.521
OS grid ref:SP 32 75
Dialling code: 024 (Coventry)

Finham is a parish on the south‑west edge of Coventry in England, sitting close to the boundary with Warwickshire and neighbouring the University of Warwick campus and the town of Kenilworth. The area retains a semi‑rural feel thanks to green corridors along the Finham Brook and the nearby River Sowe, but much of it is suburban, with post‑war and later housing developments expanding what was once a small village core.

Today Finham is largely a residential commuter parish with local shops, schools and community groups that give it a village atmosphere within easy reach of city amenities. Its history as a rural settlement, accessible green space and proximity to educational and employment hubs are often cited by residents as key attractions, while a steady family population supports lively parish activities and neighbourhood clubs.

Postcode districts covering Finham

Nearby towns and villages

Neighbouring places

Transport links

  • Airport Birmingham International Airport 11 miles17.6 km
  • Airport East Midlands Airport 32.4 miles52.2 km
  • Railway station Coventry Railway Station 1.7 miles2.7 km
  • Railway station Canley Railway Station 1.9 miles3.1 km

Local points of interest

  • University of Warwick University 1.8 miles2.8 km
  • Herbert Art Gallery and Museum Museum 2.2 miles3.6 km
  • Belgrade Theatre Theatre 2.3 miles3.7 km
  • Coventry Transport Museum Museum 2.4 miles3.9 km
  • Stoneleigh Abbey Historic site 2.7 miles4.3 km
  • Blackdown Manor Estate 3 miles4.8 km
  • Blackdown Hill Estate 4.2 miles6.7 km
  • Ricoh Arena Stadium 5 miles8.1 km
  • Millisons Wood Forest 5.6 miles9 km
  • St Johns Museum 6.9 miles11.1 km
  • Warwick Racecourse Recreation 7.5 miles12.1 km
  • Pinley Priory Historic site 9.3 miles14.9 km

Example postcodes in Finham