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Reconnect to the outdoors

Whether you want to get on your bike, run around with the family or just take a relaxing walk there's plenty of green space to explore in Lichfield District. From Chasewater Country Park to city centre spots with play areas like Beacon Park, you will not be disappointed.

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National Memorial Arboretum gifted special…

Vice-Lord-Lieutenant of Staffordshire James Leavesley, DL presented the National Memorial Arboretum with a special tree from The Queen’s Green Canopy…

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The perfect summer short break

From planning to fill the summer holidays to thinking about how to spend all the weekends in between, there’s never been a better time to book a UK short…

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Picture Perfect Spots in Lichfield

Picture this. You’ve just got engaged and you’ve hired a photographer for an engagement photoshoot. You’ve both picked the outfits. You’ve practiced your…

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Top ten attractions in Lichfield District

There is so much to discover in Lichfield District that whatever your interest you're guaranteed to find something you'll love. To help you line up the…

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Summer on a Budget

Free and low cost children's summer activities

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Pupils Sow Wildflower Meadow at Lichfield…

Friday 3 February saw year 7 pupils from Lichfield Cathedral School take part in a project to create a wildflower meadow in Lichfield Cathedral…

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Top 5 things to do this half term in…

Looking for something to keep the family entertained this half term? We've got some ideas to help you out, all here in Lichfield District. Here are our…

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Green Flag for The National Memorial…

The National Memorial Arboretum, in Staffordshire, has been awarded its second Green Flag Award, an international quality mark for parks and green spaces.…

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Lichfield short breaks: Get some fresh air

If exploring the great outdoors and getting closer to nature is your idea of the perfect getaway there is no shortage of green space to discover in…

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Where to enjoy outdoor dining and drinks…

From Monday, April 12 Lichfield District's food and drink businesses with outdoor space will be able to start welcoming us back. If you're anything like…

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Top five things to do outdoors this Easter…

As we continue to move through the Government's roadmap to leaving lockdown with changes to how many people can meet outdoors we will have the opportunity…

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