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Free-entry baby and children’s table-top sale planned at Lichfield’s Cathedral Hotel
Families can buy and sell pre-loved children’s clothes, toys and books on Sunday 29 November, with 16 seller tables available.
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Lichfield opticians shortlisted in two categories at 2026 Optician Awards
The Market Street team is a finalist for contact lens practice and optical assistant team of the year.
Beacon Awards judges named as Lichfield nominations deadline approaches
Entries close on Friday 16 October, with local business, culture and community leaders joining the judging panel.
Free Lichfield Book Extravaganza returns to Guildhall on Saturday
More than 50 authors, booksellers and creative traders are expected at the event on 17 October, from 10.30am to 4pm.
Burntwood’s Wych Elm closes for £270,000 refurbishment ahead of November reopening
The Chase Terrace pub is scheduled to reopen on 4 November following work on its indoor and outdoor spaces.
Lichfield Council Shortlisted for National Social Value Award
Lichfield District Council is a finalist in the Public Sector Leadership category at the 2026 Social Value Awards, recognising its 'Our Community Can'…
Have your say on Lichfield District Council’s spending priorities for 2027/28
Lichfield District Council is asking residents to prioritise spending across 60+ services for 2027/28. Consultation closes 18 November 2026.
Lichfield District’s heathlands are being brought back to life
Lichfield District Council is restoring heathland across three nature sites—Pipehill Crossroads, Ironstone Heath and Muckley Corner—as part of a wider…
Starbucks drive-thru and EV charging hub open at Lichfield South Business Park
A new Starbucks drive-thru and South Staffordshire's largest electric vehicle charging hub have opened on the same day at Wall Island in Lichfield South Business Park.
Lichfield retains Purple Flag status for safe and thriving nightlife
Lichfield has retained its Purple Flag accreditation following an overnight assessment of the city centre's safety, management and evening economy.
Free Lichfield Care Club helps unpaid carers tackle money worries
More than 25 unpaid carers attended a free Lichfield session covering benefits, care costs, savings, wills and Power of Attorney, with an online follow-up planned for October.
Lichfield Leisure Centre earns Swim England accessibility accreditation
The Water Wellbeing standard recognises work to make swimming more accessible and welcoming for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions.
Lichfield street named in honour of World War Two veteran
A street at a new housing development in Lichfield has been named after George William Asbridge, a Second World War serviceman, in a ceremony attended by his daughter.
Lichfield walking and cycling improvements completed
Staffordshire County Council has completed £400,000 walking and cycling improvements near The Friary School in Lichfield, including a new cycleway and…
Council investment helps to provide a new play area for families in Fazeley
A new play area has opened on Victory Terrace in Fazeley, funded by £100,000 from Lichfield District Council's Community Infrastructure Levy. Equipment…
Nominations open to celebrate the best of Lichfield District’s businesses and organisations
Lichfield District Council opens nominations for Beacon Awards 2026. Entries close 16 October. Celebrate local businesses, organisations and individuals.
Lichfield couple banned from keeping animals after dogs found in filthy conditions
A Lichfield couple have received indefinite animal-keeping bans after two dogs were removed from a Reynolds Close property.
Lichfield council funds Future Faces memberships for 16 young professionals
Sixteen young professionals from Lichfield District businesses and the council will receive funded Future Faces memberships.
First consultation launches on new Lichfield District Local Plan
Lichfield District Council launches first consultation on its new Local Plan. Residents invited to share priorities as district plans for 769 homes…
Century-old farm diversifies with new dog exercise field
Pipehill Farm on Lichfield Road has opened a secure dog exercise field after receiving £6,189 in council funding to help diversify the century-old family…