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Alan Johnson, Jamie Lowther-Pinkerton and returning broadcaster Nick Higham added to growing programme With just weeks to go until Enlighten at Lichfield 2026, excitement is building as the festival announces a further slate of high-profile speakers joining its programme of conversations, debates and interviews. Taking place from 2-4 October 2026 at Lichfield Cathedral, the festival […]
A three-spired Cathedral, Michelin-starred food, beautiful green spaces and centuries of stories – our small Staffordshire city has been getting some national attention. So, if you’ve never been, perhaps it’s time to find out what all the fuss is about.
Broadcaster, historians, theologians, journalists and cultural commentators to explore faith, identity, healing, race, music, history and global affairs Following a successful inaugural year, Enlighten at Lichfield returns from 2-4 October 2026, bringing a diverse range of leading thinkers, authors, journalists and public intellectuals to Lichfield Cathedral for a weekend of thought-provoking conversation, debate and reflection. […]
This summer, Lichfield Cathedral invites visitors to experience A Whale of a Summer: a season of art, photography, family activities and thoughtful reflection. Running from 23 July-31 August, the programme transforms the Cathedral into an immersive exploration of our relationship with the natural world, asking how human hands can nurture, create and protect, but also […]
Lichfield Cathedral has been awarded 93% on there biennial assessment by the nationaltourism body Visit England. Lichfield Cathedral was praised for continuing to meet highstandards across all areas of its visitor offer and will be put forward for two nationalaccoldaes, Gold standard visitor attraction and Best Told Story.Visit England is the national tourism body and […]
Visitors to Lichfield Cathedral are invited to experience the remarkable Common Threadstable runner, now on display until 5 July during normal opening hours (entry by donation).This striking piece of collaborative textile art captured not only the imagination of the localcommunity, but also the attention of His Majesty The King during his visit to the Cathedralin […]
National Memorial Arboretum marks 25 years with youth performances, new exhibitions, storytelling, and a Heritage Hub preserving its history. Weekend events celebrate service, community and remembrance across the 150‑acre site. Hundreds of young people from schools across the Midlands took to the stage on Friday, bringing the National Memorial Arboretum’s first 25 years to life […]
Lichfield Cathedral is delighted to announce the opening of its new café, SALT at Lichfield Cathedral, launching to the public on Saturday 2 May 2026 at 19 The Close. SALT has been designed as a place where everyone is welcome to enjoy excellent coffee, delicious cakes, and genuine hospitality under the shelter of the Cathedral’s […]
Lichfield Arts, in partnership with Creative Burntwood, is bringing a night of live music and rising local talent to Burntwood Rugby Club on Friday 8 May. The Emerging Talent Takeover is part of Lichfield Arts’ year-round programme supporting early-career artists and young people to develop their skills, gain experience and take their first steps into the creative […]
7-19 July 2026 General booking opens Thursday 23 April Priority booking for Lichfield Festival Friends from Thursday 9 April Lichfield Festival has announced an exciting 2026 programme which brings together an eclectic mix of artistic events and innovative performances, spanning drama, dance, literature, comedy, and music of every kind. A melting pot of stellar performers, […]