One of the things Coventry is known for (besides being bombed mercilessly during the war) is Lady Godiva. According to Wikipedia:
Godiva (or Godgifu) (fl. 1040-1080) was a noblewoman who, according to legend, rode naked through the streets of Coventry in order to gain a remission of the oppressive toll imposed by her husband on his tenants. The name "Peeping Tom" for a voyeur comes from later versions of this legend in which a man named Tom watched her ride and was struck blind or dead.
After touring the remains of the old and new cathedrals with Tyler today, Andy took this photo of a novelty Lady Godiva/Peeping Tom installed in the town centre's clock. When the clock chimes on the hour, the door open and Lady Godiva appears, riding her horse with Peeping Tom peering on.
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