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A rich and varied history awaits

From Lichfield's medieval cathedral and the Georgian museums in the city centre, through to regiment and heritage railway museums and more across the district - there is so much history to discover.

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Samuel Johnson Birthplace…

Discover the life and times of Samuel Johnson, the great man of letters famous for writing 'A Dictionary of the English Language' in 1755. Explore…

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National Memorial Arboretum

The National Memorial Arboretum is the UK's year-round centre of Remembrance. The expansive 150-acre site is centrally located in the National Forest…

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Lichfield Cathedral

Lichfield Cathedral is a treasured landmark in the heart of the country that prides itself in offering a warm welcome to all our visitors.There is…

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Lichfield Cathedral

Lichfield Cathedral is a treasured landmark in the heart of the country that prides itself in offering a warm welcome to all our visitors.There is plenty to explore with…

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Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum

Discover the life and times of Samuel Johnson, the great man of letters famous for writing 'A Dictionary of the English Language' in 1755. Explore an atmospheric historic…

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National Memorial Arboretum

The National Memorial Arboretum is the UK's year-round centre of Remembrance. The expansive 150-acre site is centrally located in the National Forest in Staffordshire.…

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Lichfield Festival

Lichfield Festival is a charity that runs an 11-day summer multi-arts festival, a springtime literature festival, a chamber music weekend and an annual Christmas concert. We…

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Letocetum - Wall Roman Site

An important staging post on Watling Street, the Roman military road to north Wales

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Erasmus Darwin House

Stunning Georgian home of Erasmus Darwin, grandfather of Charles Darwin and leading 18th century doctor, scientist, botanist, inventor and poet. Founder member of the Lunar…

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The Old Guildhall Prison Cells

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

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Lichfield Garrick

The Lichfield Garrick is a thriving theatre in the centre of Lichfield, attracting well over 100,000 people each year. Boasting an auditorium of 560 seats, a 150 seat studio…

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