Local Attractions

Local Attractions

Lichfield is a wonderful city to explore. With the city parks, magnificent Lichfield Cathedral, museums and independent shops, you can spend a day wandering this 800-year-old city, visiting Lichfield attractions.

City Centre Attractions
Discover the art on the streets of Lichfield by following the new Lichfield City Sculpture trail.

Beacon Park 
Is ideally situated in the heart of Lichfield city and is perfect for a leisurely stroll or a family day out. 

The elegant city of Lichfield is dominated by its magnificent three spired 12th century cathedral known as the "Ladies of the Vale".

Located in the historic Market Square, general markets are held weekly on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday and farmers’ markets are held on the first Thursday of the month (except January).

The Old Guildhall Prison for felons and debtors is at the rear of the Guildhall on Bore Street. Visitors can explore original cells and the history of law and order in the city in this small display

Visit Darwin House, an independent, accredited museum that was once the family home of doctor, inventor and published poet Erasmus Darwin (1731-1802).

The Lichfield Garrick is a thriving modern theatre and arts venue with two performance spaces and a host of exciting entertainment for the whole family.

Visit the family home of Samuel Johnson, the inventor of the dictionary.

The UK’s largest cutlery factory shop is well worth a visit.

Situated on a working farm only two minutes away from the centre of Lichfield, Curborough Craft Centre is packed full of traditional craft and independent retail outlets. 

Wall was an important staging post on Watling Street, the Roman military road to North Wales, and it provided overnight accommodation for travelling Roman officials and imperial messengers. 

Visit Lichfield has lots more information on Lichfield and the surrounding area.

Other Local Attractions

Staffordshire Regiment Museum
The museum is packed full of stories and tales about soldiers of the Staffordshire Regiment. 

This country shopping village is situated on the A38 towards Lichfield and has art galleries, gift shops, furniture and interior shops plus a creperie and restaurant.

Situated between Burntwood, Brownhills and Norton Canes, the picturesque Chasewater Country Park is perfect for a gentle stroll, bird watching, picnicking, cycling or even a steam train ride. 

The Chasewater Railway is home to a large selection of both steam and diesel locos and operates heritage steam and diesel trains.

Steeped in history and legend, this dramatic Norman motte and bailey castle is set in an attractive town centre park noted for its magnificent floral terraces.

The National Memorial Arboretum is the UK’s year-round place of Remembrance, comprised of 150 acres of trees and memorials.

One of the country's most exciting adventure parks.

Snow Dome is the UK's premier real snow centre, with skiing and snow boarding, snow play area, an ice skating rink and a 170 metre slope covered in real snow all year round!

Set in beautiful Cannock Chase, Go Ape is an award winning high wire forest adventure course of rope bridges, tarzan swings and zip slides. 

If you’re looking for an action-packed day out, you’ll love the National Forest Adventure Farm! Perfect for children and adults of all ages.

The New Art Gallery Walsall presents, collects and interprets historic, modern and contemporary art in innovative and challenging ways.

Staffordshire Walks

Staffordshire has some amazing countryside to discover, from the towering crags of the Peak District to the unspoilt ancient heathland of Cannock Chase, to the secluded byways of South Staffordshire. To discover more about the range of wonderful Staffordshire walks available, visit www.walkinginstaffs.co.uk or www.enjoystaffordshire.com

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