What’sOn
In Lichfield District and surrounding areas
Spring and Summer 2012
Easter fun | Lichfield Greenhill Bower | Musical delights | Guided tours Fantastic festivals | New shopping and eating out guide Theatre shows | Jubilee events | Olympic Torch Relay events Leisure activities | Lichfield Mysteries | School holiday ideas
What’s On
Welcome to the spring and summer 2012 edition of What’s On. The best guide to events across the district and surrounding areas. This issue includes events from March through to the end of August. It’s going to be a fun filled summer with 2012 celebrations taking place throughout the district. Look out for the Olympic Torch, Jubilee, and special events taking place on pages 2 - 7, and The Lichfield Festival and event highlights on page 8. There’s also Easter holiday activities and guided tours, summer festivals and village shows, so there’s a mix of events to suit all tastes.
Contents
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2012 - A year to remember Festivals and event highlights Walks and guided tours pages
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Monthly calendar -
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Don’t miss … Our shopping and eating out listings on pages 32 - 35. Join the mailing list The next edition of What’s On covers autumn and Christmas and will list events from September through to the new year. Email us at info@visitlichfield.com or call 01543 412112
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March April May June July August
Ongoing events
Shopping and eating out Including a map of the city centre A look ahead
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2012 - A year to remember
Marking the sinking of the Titanic - 100 years on Lichfield is proud to be the home of a statue of Commander Edward John Smith, Captain of the Titanic. The statue stands in Beacon Park’s Museum Gardens and was recently restored to its former glory, as part of the restoration of the parks. To commemorate the centenary of the sinking of the Titanic, a range of events are taking place across the district and further afield. Keep up to date on all the events at www.visitlichfield.co.uk/titanic
The Life of Captain Smith
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Tuesday 3 April 7.30pm Lichfield Library
A talk on the life of Commander Smith, the Captain of the Titanic, and the story behind his statue in Beacon Park by the British Titanic Society.
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£5, includes refreshments 01543 510700 or email lichfield.library@staffordshire.gov.uk
Drama: The Controversial Statue
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Tuesday 10 April 1.30pm, 2.30pm & 3.30pm Lichfield Heritage Centre, Lichfield
Costumed drama that tells the story of why the statue of Captain Smith was commissioned, and how it came to be sited in Lichfield.
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First Class Dinner and Dance On Board the Titanic
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Friday 13 April 7.15pm Swinfen Hall Hotel
Come and experience the luxury and opulence of the RMS Titanic of the White Star Line, at a five course meal at Swinfen Hall Hotel. Enjoy the sounds of the Edwardian era, the chink of fine china and crystal, delicious food and sparkling conversation. There will be the chance to win official Titanic cutlery, kindly donated by Arthur Price, as part of a charity raffle.
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£80 per person 01543 481494 www.swinfenhallhotel.co.uk
£5 01543 256611
Distress Flare Release The Titanic With the History Wardrobe Company
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Thursday 12 April 7.30pm Lichfield Library
Join us as we follow famous dress designer Lady Lucy Duff-Gordon - known in Society as ‘Lucile’ on the fatal night in April 1912 and during the aftermath of the tragedy.
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£5, includes refreshments 01543 510700 lichfield.library@staffordshire.gov.uk
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Saturday 14 April 8.30pm Beacon Park, Lichfield
A flare will be released from Beacon Park to re-enact the distress rockets that were sent up from the Titanic on April 15 1912, and will light up the night sky above Lichfield. Members of the British Titanic Society and local dignitaries will attend and the event is open to all. With thanks to kind sponsorship by Jonathan’s Fireworks Ltd and Muddled Up Events.
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01543 308869 parks@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.jonathansfireworks.co.uk www.muddled-up.co.uk
Titanic Trust events There are a range of Titanic Trust events taking place throughout the year. Visit www.titanicheritagetrust.org.uk to find out more. With thanks to The Lichfield Titanic Commemoration Group, Lichfield District Council, Lichfield Library, Lichfield City Council, Lichfield Cathedral, Muddled Up Events, Arthur Price, Jonathan’s Fireworks and the British Titanic Society.
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Isosceles Theatre The Man Who Left the Titanic
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Saturday 14 April 7.30pm Netherstowe School Hall
As the Titanic slipped below the frigid waters of the Atlantic, J Bruce Ismay, former Managing Director of the White Star Line, stepped into a lifeboat and sailed away from the stricken ship. Was he a coward, or merely human? Years later, he is visited by the ghost of the ship’s architect, one of the drowned heroes of the disaster...
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£5 01543 412112 www.visitlichfield.co.uk info@visitlichfield.com
Morse Code Challenge
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Saturday 14 April 11am - 3pm Discovery Hub, Beacon Park
Use your map to find the clues and solve the puzzle to send a secret message. Most suitable for children over 7 years. All children must be accompanied.
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£1 per child 01543 308869 parks@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/historicparks
The Last Call Morse Code, Radio and Rescue
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Sunday 15 April 9am - 7pm Discovery Hub, Beacon Park
Come to hear the sounds and experience the skills of the Morse code message senders aboard the ill fated Titanic, who called for help from nearby ships, moments after she hit an iceberg. Try your hand at Morse code, and learn about the radio of the day. As part of the activities, a team of local radio amateurs have a licence to run a special event radio station, call sign GB0TI. They will put out calls ‘into the ether’ not knowing who will reply and from what distance away, just like it must have been in the radio room on board the RMS Titanic. They will also exchange greetings with other towns in the UK and other countries with a Titanic connection.
100 Years On - Ceremony to Mark the Sinking of the Titanic
Free www.visitlichfield.co.uk/titanic
Sunday 15 April 2pm - 3pm Museum Gardens, Beacon Park
Cathedral Evensong to commemorate the sinking of the Titanic
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Lichfield District Council, Lichfield City Council and Lichfield Cathedral are commemorating those who died on board the ill fated Titanic, at a commemorative service at the statue of Commander Smith, in Lichfield’s Museum Gardens in Beacon Park. The service will feature music from the era, poetry readings, wreath laying by the British Titanic Society and prayers. Eight bells will be sounded at Lichfield Cathedral to signify the hope that all future watches at sea pass safely.
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Free www.visitlichfield.co.uk/titanic
Lighting up the Titanic
Saturday 21 April 5.30pm Lichfield Cathedral
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Choral evensong marking the centenary of the sinking of the Titanic, with prayers for all seafarers, and in memory of all who have lost their lives at sea.
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Free 01543 306101 www.lichfield-cathedral.org
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Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 April Dusk until 11.30pm Statue of Captain Edward John Smith, Museum Gardens, Beacon Park
To commemorate the sinking of the Titanic, the statue of Commander Smith, Captain of the Titanic in Beacon Park will be illuminated during the evenings of 14 and 15 April. www.visitlichfield.co.uk/titanic
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2012 - A year to remember
Jubilee Events
Jubilee Week
Celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee in style this summer at a wide range of events across the city and district…
Photographs of the Queen, Jubilee activities and displays. Come dressed as a prince or princess.
We’ll Meet Again The Diamond Jubilee Show
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Tuesday 27 March 2.30pm Lichfield Garrick
We’ll Meet Again returns to the Garrick with a brand new production - the Diamond Jubilee Show. Costumes, live music and comedy help to capture the camaraderie of the war years, with a chance to sing along to old war time favourites.
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£12 01543 412121 www.lichfieldgarrick.com
Diamond Jubilee Garden Picnic
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Saturday 2 June Staffordshire Regiment Museum, Whittington Barracks
Celebrate the Jubilee with a picnic at the museum.
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£3 adult, £2 concession, £6 family 01543 434394 attendant@staffordshireregimentmuseum.com
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Saturday 2 June - Sunday 10 June 11am - 5pm Shugborough Estate, Milford
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Standard admission charges apply 0845 459 8900 www.shugborough.org.uk
The Big Jubilee Lunch at Lichfield Cathedral
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Sunday 3 June 11am - 3pm Lichfield Cathedral
Join us for a free street party in style on Lichfield Cathedral’s lawns (but inside if it rains!). Bring your picnic and coronation chicken, and enjoy music, food stalls, bunting, flags and more. Full details to be published soon. The event is being organised by Lichfield District Council, The Lichfield Festival and Lichfield Cathedral.
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Free www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/jubilee 01543 412112
Jubilee Celebrations
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Monday 4 - Tuesday 5 June Barton Marina
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee weekend celebrations at Barton Marina.
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See website for full details 01283 711500 www.bartonmarina.co.uk
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Jubilee Japes Lichfield Greenhill Bower Diamond Jubilee Celebration
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Monday 4 June 12noon Across Lichfield City See event highlights on page 8
Diamond Jubilee Street Party
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Tuesday 5 June National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton upon Trent
Come and join our street party on the farm. See website for details 01283 533933 info@adventurefarm.co.uk www.adventurefarm.co.uk
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Diamond Jubilee Garden Party
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Tuesday 5 June 2pm - 5pm The Pantry Coffee Shop at The Plant Plot
Traditional English garden party with children’s entertainment, tea and fun! Donations to charity gratefully received 01543 262805 info@theplantplot.com www.theplantplot.com
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Thursday 7 June 10.30am - 1.30pm The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Make a crown fit for a queen (or king!) in our hands-on, craft activity session for half term.
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£2 - no need to book, just drop in 01543 264972 sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
A Jubilee Proms Concert
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Saturday 16 June 7.30pm Lichfield Cathedral
Lichfield Garrick and Lichfield Cathedral join together to present a magnificent celebration of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. £30, £25 seated, £12.50 picnic on the lawns of the cathedral and listen to the concert live 01543 412121 garrickonline@lichfieldgarrick.com www.lichfieldgarrick.com
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Holding a street party in Lichfield District? Apply for a road closure by 4 May 2012. Find out more at www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/jubilee If you live outside Lichfield District, contact your council to find out more.
SATUR 16 JUNE DAY , 7.30PM
TICKETS
The combined Darwin Ensemble Chamber Orchestra and City Concert Orchestra
£25 & £30 Seated
Leaders: Alex Laing and Robert Atchison Conductors: Cathy Lamb, Ben Lamb, Adrian Jackson and Martyn Rawles Soprano: Elizabeth MacDonald Lichfield Cathedral Choir Lichfield Cathedral Chamber Choir
www.lichfieldgarrick.com
£12.50 Picnic on the lawns of the Cathedral and listen to the concert live (access to lawns from 6.00pm)
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Eternal flame!
Celebrating the Olympic Torch visiting Lichfield District On Saturday 30 June 2012 the Olympic Torch will pass through Lichfield District. It will start its journey at the stunning National Memorial Arboretum, then pass through Streethay, on through the streets of Lichfield City, and out towards Tamworth, passing through the village of Hopwas.
Armed Forces Day
We’ll be celebrating the Olympic Torch Relay with a range of cultural and sporting events taking place throughout the day. From a sailing regatta and a floating art display on Minster Pool, through to community games in Beacon Park and circus skills on Minster Pool Walk, a range of great events are taking place. Community events are also planned in Streethay and Hopwas. Because we’re still in the planning stages, it’s too soon to give full details about all the events, but keep up-to-date at www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/olympictorch
Cathedral Dash
Here’s a taster of confirmed events so far:
Watch the Olympic Torch Relay
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Saturday 30 June The National Memorial Arboretum Streethay Lichfield City streets Hopwas
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Saturday 30 June 9am - 5pm National Memorial Arboretum
The day’s programme will include a moving service of tribute, parade, military book fair, photographic exhibition and a 12-mile run by the Mercian Regiment. www.thenma.org.uk
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Saturday 30 June 10am - 12noon Lichfield Cathedral Close
The much loved Lichfield Cathedral Dash has been brought forward to help celebrate the Olympic Torch passing through the district. For more details about the event, and how you can take part or watch, visit: www.kpevents.net
Town Crier Competition
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Saturday 30 June 11am first round shouts, 2pm final round shouts Speakers’ Corner, Dam Street
Town criers will compete in Lichfield's first regional Town Crier Competition. Contestants ringing bells will process from the Guildhall to Speakers’ Corner. Individual cries for local businesses will also take place throughout the city.
Exact timings and locations of when and where the torch will pass by have not yet www.lichfield.gov.uk been published by the London Olympic Cars in the Park Games Organising Committee. As soon Saturday 30 June & Sunday 1 July 9am - 5pm Beacon Park, Lichfield as they are we’ll publish them to www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/olympictorch A fantastic display of classic and original cars from across the decades. With stalls for motor enthusiasts For full details, visit our and keen shoppers, there’s something Olympic Torch website at for everyone to enjoy.
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www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/olympictorch
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Lichfield Greenhill Bower Diamond Jubilee Celebration
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Monday 4 June 12noon Across Lichfield City
Lichfield Mercury Bower Queen is crowned outside The Guildhall by the Mayor of Lichfield. This will be followed by a traditional street carnival led by the Green Man’s Morris and Sword Club, followed by the lead band. Join us in Beacon Park from 1pm for a fun packed family afternoon! With BRMB, the Festtive Circus, The Stampede Stunt Show - a 6 man jousting team and a fantastic Terrier Racing Team booked so far, it’s set to be a great day out! Check www.lichfieldbower.co.uk for further information
Real Ale Jazz and Blues Festival Thursday 7 - Sunday 10 June Lichfield Rugby Club, Tamworth Road
Some of the finest jazz and blues music around, plus a great selection of real ales. Bands already confirmed include Derrin Nauendorf Band, Paul Cox and Charlie Fabert, Wonderbrass, and Gabrielle Ducomble.
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Prices tbc 01543 262223 www.lichfieldarts.org.uk
The Lichfield Festival
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Wednesday 4 - Sunday 15 July Various times Lichfield Cathedral, Lichfield Garrick & other venues
Ten days when the world comes to Lichfield. Music, other arts and free community events.
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Free - £40 01543 306270 info@lichfieldfestival.org www.lichfieldfestival.org
Fuse Festival
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Friday 6 - Sunday 8 July Beacon Park, Lichfield
Lichfield Art’s fabulous free community arts festival. Music, dance, comedy, outreach and much, much, more! Bands already confirmed include Fat Digester, Bleeding Hearts and State of Undress.
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Free entry 01543 262223 www.lichfieldarts.org.uk
The Florette Festival Market
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Saturday 7 July 10am - 4pm Lichfield Cathedral Close
Local arts, crafts and food for all the family
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Burntwood Wakes Festival Tribute Bands Night
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Friday 20 July 7pm - 10pm (tbc) Burntwood Rugby Club, The Sportsway, Burntwood
Come and dance and sing along to a locally based Beatles tribute band (tbc) and Abba tribute band Swede Dreamz.
Family Fun Day
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Saturday 21 July 12noon - 4.30pm Burntwood Rugby Club, The Sportsway, Burntwood
An afternoon of fun and activities for all the family which will include National Festival Circus, MAD Team mountain bike aerial display, Gamegoer Gundog, hawking and ferrets display, wandering artistes, magician and juggler, craft marquee stalls, inflatables and lots more! 8
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Walks and guided tours Dawn Walk
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Sunday 6 May 4.30am Bunker’s Hill car park, off Sanford Street, Beacon Park, Lichfield
This walk is for the early birds to catch the dawn chorus.
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01543 252246 www.darwinwalk.org.uk
The Summer Darwin walk
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Sunday 22 July 10am Bunker’s Hill car park, off Sanford Street, Beacon Park, Lichfield
Festival Proms
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Saturday 21 July 7pm - 10pm Burntwood Rugby Club, The Sportsway, Burntwood
Bring a picnic and enjoy a traditional Proms concert, performed by the Staffordshire Festival Orchestra and Dean Swift. A local singer will perform during the interval. Fireworks finale (weather permitting). Free entry to Burntwood Wakes events 01543 677166 info@burntwood-tc.gov.uk
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Enjoy a pleasant summer walk round the outskirts of Lichfield.
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01543 252246 www.darwinwalk.org.uk
Spring Stroll
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Sunday 18 March 2pm Starting at Chasewater Innovation Centre
Join the Chasewater Country Park team to look for new flowers and possible nestlings.
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01543 370607 chasewater@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/chasewater
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Green Badge Guided Tours
Be guided by the experts and book onto a Lichfield Green Badge guided tour. Booking is essential, call Lichfield Tourist Information Centre on 01543 412112, email info@visitlichfield.com or visit www.visitlichfield.co.uk/tours
Gruesome and Ghostly Tours
For Lovers of Romance
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Sunday 29 July 2pm
Find out about the romantic liaisons of some of Lichfield’s most famous sons and daughters. £6 per person includes a cup of tea or coffee, scone, jam and cream at Erasmus Darwin House
Georgian Gems
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Tuesday 6 & Tuesday 27 March 7pm
An evening to make your blood curdle and your spine tingle! The tour is rounded off with a visit to a local pub for some light refreshments.
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Wednesday 25 July 7pm Saturday 28 July 2pm
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Lichfield was home to many famous people and this tour uncovers the lives of these characters.
£6.25 per person
£3 per person
Blood Thirsty Lichfield
Alrewas Village Tour
Tuesday 3 April, Tuesday 5 June, Tuesday 31 July & Tuesday 14 August 2pm
Sunday 15 July & Sunday 19 August 2pm
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Children’s tour back by popular demand. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
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A walking tour around a pretty and historic village.
£1.65 per person
£6 per person, includes a cup of tea or coffee and scone at the George and Dragon public house.
Pubs, Priests and Prostitutes
Behind Close Doors
Saturday 5 May, Saturday 2 June, Saturday 14 July & Saturday 25 August 2pm
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Hear about some of Lichfield’s historic and interesting characters.
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Wednesday 8 August 2pm
Find out about the people who live and have lived in Lichfield Cathedral Close. £3 per person
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Stroll Around the Gardens of Lichfield
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Wednesday 23 May 2pm Thursday 14 June & Tuesday 26 June 6.30pm
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Enjoy a relaxing stroll through Lichfield’s parks, green spaces and secret gardens.
Tavern Tales
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Wednesday 15 August 7pm
This tour will amaze you with tales of the pubs of yesterday and the changes today. £3 per person
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Heritage Trail
Civil War
Wednesday 15 August 7pm Saturday 18 August 2pm
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Wednesday 13 June & Wednesday 18 July 2pm
Hear about the battles that took place in the city during this bloody period, and the events that had a huge impact on Lichfield. £3 per person
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Enjoy Lichfield’s rich and varied history on this heritage tour of the city. £3 per person
Boobies and Blockheads
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Saturday 8 September 2pm
Find out about Dr Samuel Johnson’s Lichfield the city he would have known and loved. £3 per person
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350th Anniversary of the Book of Common Prayer and First Edition Display at Lichfield Cathedral
Wedding Open Evening
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Thursday 8 March 6pm - 8.30pm The George Hotel, Lichfield
Wednesday 22 February (Ash Wednesday) until Sunday 8 April (Easter Day) during opening hours
Come along and see exactly how lovely your wedding day could be at The George.
A sealed first edition of the BCP from the cathedral library will be on display.
Admission free, by ticket only 01543 414822 mail@thegeorgelichfield.co.uk www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
Free entry - donations are welcome 01543 306100 www.lichfield-cathedral.org
Beverley Craven
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Antiques Discovery Day
Friday 9 March 8.30pm The Guildhall, Lichfield
Thursday 1 March 10am - 4pm Erasmus Darwin House
This wonderful multi-million selling singer, songwriter and pianist makes her debut at The Guildhall.
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Bring along your heirlooms and curiosities for TV personality, Charles Hanson, to value.
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£1 per item 01543 306260 enquiries@erasmusdarwin.org www.erasmusdarwin.org
Morag McLaren - Scottish Waffle
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Friday 2 March 7.30pm Lichfield Garrick Studio
A one woman show of hilarious songs - from opera and blues to musical theatre.
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£14, £10 (students) 01543 412121 garrickonline@lichfieldgarrick.com www.lichfieldgarrick.com
The Annual Johnson Society Lecture
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Friday 2 March The Guildhall, Lichfield
Art historian, Tom Duncan, on the great 18th century artist Joseph Wright of Derby. Free entry . info@thejohnsonsociety.org.uk www.thejohnsonsociety.org.uk
The Jive Aces
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£17, £16, £15, £9 01543 262223 www.lichfieldarts.org.uk
South African Wine Evening
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Friday 9 March 7.30pm The George Hotel, Lichfield
Champagne and canapés plus a four course dinner with fine South African wines.
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£37 per person 01543 414822 mail@thegeorgelichfield.co.uk www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
Chinese State Circus
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Friday 9 & Saturday 10 March 7.30pm Saturday Matinee 2.30pm Lichfield Garrick, Main Auditorium
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A breathtaking show of precision acrobats, martial arts and dazzling circus skills. Evenings £25, £15 (children), £72 (family ticket) Matinee £22.50, £13.50 (children), £68 (family ticket) 01543 412121 garrickonline@lichfieldgarrick.com www.lichfieldgarrick.com
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Saturday 3 March 8pm The Guildhall, Lichfield
High energy jump jive music from the UK’s No.1 jive and swing band.
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£14, £13, £12, £10 01543 262223 www.lichfieldarts.org.uk
An Afternoon with Frank Williams
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Saturday 3 March 3pm Wade Street Church, Lichfield
The Vicar from BBC’s Dad’s Army talks about his career and his faith (with refreshments).
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01543 253003 office@wadestreetchurch.com www.wadestreetchurch.com
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Tom Jones Tribute Evening
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Friday 16 March 7pm Moor Hall Hotel & Spa, Sutton Coldfield
Enjoy an evening of all your favourite Tom Jones hits. £35 per person, includes a three course dinner and entertainment 0121 308 3751 mail@moorhallhotel.co.uk www.moorhallhotel.co.uk
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Fun Physics and Brilliant Biology!
Carole Baker Spring Exhibition
Saturday 10 March 12noon - 4pm Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield
Friday 16 & Saturday 17 March 10am - 5pm The Corridor Gallery, The Guildhall, Lichfield
Fascinating science - based fun to celebrate National Science and Engineering Week. Fun for all the family!
Come and see Carole’s very latest work in acrylics, watercolour and mixed media. An opportunity to meet Carole, book workshops and discuss technique.
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Free entry 01543 306260 enquiries@erasmusdarwin.org www.erasmusdarwin.org
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Precious Memories
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Sunday 11 March 2pm - 3pm Lichfield Heritage Centre, Lichfield
Bring a treasured item to the exhibition and share your special memories with our volunteers and other visitors. Usual Lichfield Story Exhibition admission charge applies.
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£2.50 adult, £2 concession 01543 256611 info@lichfieldheritage.org.uk www.lichfieldheritage.org.uk
Florette Fradley 10k
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Mayor and Sheriff’s Charity Ball St Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance
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Saturday 17 March 7pm - 12.30am The Guildhall, Lichfield
Enjoy this themed evening and dine and dance to the sounds of a local band.
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01543 309854 kate.durrant@lichfield.gov.uk www.lichfield.gov.uk
Make a Treat for Mum!
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Saturday 17 March 12noon - 4pm Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield
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Sunday 11 March 10.30am Fradley
A very popular 10k road race now in its 12th year, through the roads in and around the village of Fradley, just north of Lichfield.
Make a card and decorate a biscuit for mum in the beautiful Georgian house. Tea room available.
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£12 affiliated, £14 non affiliated 07947 698147 paul@kpevents.net www.kpevents.net
Free entry, £2 donation for activities 01543 306260 enquiries@erasmusdarwin.org www.erasmusdarwin.org
Annual General Meeting of the Johnson Society
City of Lichfield Concert Band and Lichfield Cathedral Young Voices
Wednesday 14 March 7.30pm The Guildhall, Lichfield
Saturday 17 March 7.30pm Lichfield Cathedral
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Followed by a lecture given by Dr Anthony Wilson ‘Isaak Walton - saved by Samuel Johnson’.
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Enjoy an evening of varied music from your popular local concert band and children’s choir. £8, £7 concessions available from S&J Music, Bird St or Lichfield Cathedral Bookshop mail@lichfieldconcertband.co.uk www.lichfieldconcertband.co.uk
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Treat Mum! Mothers’ Day
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Sunday 18 March from 12noon The George Hotel, Lichfield
Enjoy a delicious three course lunch in the carvery restaurant or the Garrick Suite.
Spring Gala Weekend
£19.95 per person, includes a gift for mum! 01543 414822 mail@thegeorgelichfield.co.uk www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
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Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 March 10am - 5pm Chasewater Railway, Brownhills West & Chasewater Heaths stations
Intensive timetable, shunting and freight demonstrations, locomotives, museum, narrow gauge, model railway, gift shops, tea room. See website for prices & further details 01543 452623 / 01543 682854 info@chasewaterrailway.co.uk www.chasewaterrailway.org
Mothers’ Day Sunday 18 March Moor Hall Hotel & Spa, Sutton Coldfield
Give your mum a treat for Mothers’ Day with a delicious Sunday lunch.
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From £19.50 per person 0121 308 3751 mail@moorhallhotel.co.uk www.moorhallhotel.co.uk
Mothering Sunday Lunch
Bi-Centenary Celebrations at Wade Street Church
Sunday 18 March 12.30pm - 2pm The Pantry Coffee Shop at The Plant Plot, Lichfield
Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 March Wade Street Church, Lichfield
Treat your mum this Mothers’ Day to lunch at the Plant Plot - no washing up guaranteed!
Special events, including a 19th century service, and exhibition.
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01543 253003 office@wadestreetchurch.com www.wadestreetchurch.com
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£9.50 for two courses, plus £3.95 for an extra course 01543 262805 info@theplantplot.com www.theplantplot.com
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Mothers’ Day
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Drayton Manor Theme Park Opens for 2012 Season
Sunday 18 March 12noon - 8pm The Waterfront, Barton Marina
Saturday 17 March - Sunday 4 November 9.30am - until a minimum of 5pm Drayton Manor Theme Park, near Tamworth
Enjoy a traditional Sunday lunch.
Home of Thomas Land™, a Ben 10 themed rollercoaster, some of the scariest rides around, a 4D cinema and zoo.
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Two courses £15, three courses £20 01283 711500 www.bartonmarina.co.uk
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Mothers’ Day
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Sunday 18 March The National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton upon Trent
For prices see website 0844 472 1960 info@draytonmanor.co.uk www.draytonmanor.co.uk
Treat your mum to a very special surprise here at the farm.
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day
See website for details 01283 533 933 info@adventurefarm.co.uk www.adventurefarm.co.uk
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Saturday 17 March 10pm till late The Waterfront, Barton Marina
Live music with Ricky Cool and The Hoola Boola Boys.
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01283 711500 www.bartonmarina.co.uk
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British Summertime Weekend at Conkers
Lichfield Cathedral Chorus Spring Concert
Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 March 10am - 5pm Conkers, Swadlincote
Saturday 31 March 7.30pm Lichfield Cathedral Bernstein : Chichester Psalms, Janáček : Otčenáš
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Try out some new ranger activities for 2012, enjoy the famous dray rides and falconry and birds of prey displays, or browse through our local food and craft market.
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and Kodály : Missa Brevis
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£17.50, £15, £12.50, £10, £7.50 01543 250944 info@lichfieldcathedralchorus.co.uk www.lichfieldcathedralchorus.co.uk
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01283 216633 www.visitconkers.com
Jazz Sunday Lunch with Andy Hamilton
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Sunday 25 March 12.30pm for 1pm Moor Hall Hotel & Spa, Sutton Coldfield
Enjoy a delicious three course hot and cold buffet lunch accompanied by live entertainment from Birmingham’s living jazz legend, Andy Hamilton.
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£23 per person 0121 308 3751 mail@moorhallhotel.co.uk www.moorhallhotel.co.uk
Captain Noah and his Floating Zoo at Lichfield Cathedral
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Tuesday 27 March 7.30pm Lichfield Cathedral
Timelessly popular cantata involving young singers from Lichfield church schools as part of the MusicShare programme. Tickets £5 (£3 for children under 16), from the Cathedral Bookshop at No. 9 The Close 01543 306150 www.lichfield-cathedral.org
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40s Theme Night
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Easter Trail in Beacon Park
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Saturday 31 March - Sunday 15 April 9am - 4pm Ranger Station, Beacon Park, Lichfield
Friday 30 March 8pm Decades Vintage Boutique, St John’s Street, Lichfield
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Pick up your trail leaflet for fun, puzzles and egg hunting around beautiful Beacon Park.
40s theme night. Come in 40s clothing for an open mic night. Bring your own alcohol.
£1 01543 308869 parks@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/historicparks
Free entry saffy29@hotmail.com www.decadesvintage.co.uk
Easter Eggstravaganza
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Burntwood Singers Spring Concert
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Saturday 31 March Christchurch, Burntwood
Includes Stainer’s ‘Crucifixion’.
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£5 including refreshments 01543 898995 imogen.stewart69@tiscali.co.uk
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Saturday 31 March - Sunday 15 April The National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton upon Trent
Help feed the new born lambs and join an Easter egg hunt around the farm.
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See website for details 01283 533 933 info@adventurefarm.co.uk www.adventurefarm.co.uk
March / Easter Holidays
Sam’s Easter Adventure
Easter Egg Trail
Saturday 31 March - Sunday 15 April 10.30am - 4.30pm (last admissions 4pm) The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, Lichfield
Saturday 31 March - Sunday 15 April Lichfield Heritage Centre, Lichfield
Easter holiday fun with trails, activities and competitions available every day.
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01543 264972 Free entry, £1 for trail pack sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
Easter egg trail and colouring competition around the Lichfield Story Exhibition. Kids go free when accompanied by an adult. £2.50 adult, £2 concession 01543 256611 info@lichfieldheritage.org.uk www.lichfieldheritage.org.uk
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Happy Easter / April
Easter Weekend Event
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Easter Beer and Food Festival
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Friday 6 - Sunday 8 April 10am - 5pm Saturday evening 7pm - 11.30pm National Brewery Centre, Burton upon Trent
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Friday 6 - Monday 9 April 10am - 5pm Chasewater Railway, Brownhills West & Chasewater Heaths stations
Family fun event with train rides, Easter eggs on Sunday and Monday, museum, narrow gauge, model railway, gift shops and tea room.
A great selection of beers from the 600 members of the Small Independent Brewers’ Association (SIBA), along with a wide selection of regional food, speciality chocolates and live music on Saturday.
See website for prices and further details 01543 452623 or 01543 682854 info@chasewaterrailway.co.uk www.chasewaterrailway.org
01283 532880 daytime £5, Saturday evening £8 www.nationalbrewerycentre.co.uk
Celebrate Easter Sunday
Easter Weekend
Home-made food, freshly prepared to order, complemented by real ales, fine wines, champagne cocktails.
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Friday 6 - Monday 9 April 9.30am - 5.30pm The Plant Plot, Lichfield
Lots of Easter presents, plants and baskets on sale. Easter egg hunt on Sunday.
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01543 262805 info@theplantplot.com www.theplantplot.com
The Easter Liturgy - at Dawn on Easter Day at Lichfield Cathedral
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Easter Sunday 8 April 5am followed by breakfast at 7.30am Lichfield Cathedral
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Traditional worship for Easter morning followed by Easter Sunday breakfast (booking required). Free entry - a collection will be taken 01543 306100 enquiries@lichfield-cathedral.org www.lichfield-cathedral.org
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Sunday 8 April The Waterfront Barton Marina
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01283 711500 www.bartonmarina.co.uk
Easter Egg Trail
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Friday 6 - Monday 9 April Clue sheets available from The Rangers’ Ranch (boat shed) and Chasewater Innovation Centre
Join the Easter eggstravaganza at Chasewater Country Park and help the Easter Bunny find the eggs! £1 per person, Easter egg for every entrant. 01543 370607 chasewater@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/chasewater
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Easter Karting Sunday
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Sunday 8 April 10am - 5pm Midland Karting Ltd, Woode End Lane, Fradley Park WS13 8NF
‘Arrive and Drive’ karting for kids aged 8 - 14. With free Easter egg.
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From £10 01543 418419 sales@midlandkarting.co.uk www.midlandkarting.co.uk
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Thomas Cook Lichfield’s Grand Cruise Event and Fayre
Edward Wightman Anniversary and Opening of Guildhall Cells
Sunday 1 April 1pm - 4pm The Guildhall, Lichfield
Wednesday11 April 12noon Across Lichfield City See Heresy and the Church advert on page 16
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Join Thomas Cook, P&O, Royal Caribbean and more at this informative and fun day with exclusive offers prizes and free refreshments.
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Free entry 0844 335 7437 thomascook-lichfield1@thomascook.com
Two Saints Way Pilgrimage
Sunday 1 April . 9am - 3.30pm . Castle Ring, Cannock Wood to St Chad’s Well, Lichfield See event advert on page 16
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly
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Tuesday 3 April 2pm Tamworth Assembly Rooms
A magical show for parents and children to enjoy based on the nursery rhyme.
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£8.50 & £7.50 01827 709618
See Easter weekend events on page 17
On Golden Pond
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Bluebell Woods of Yoxall Lodge Saturday 14 April - Sunday 13 May 10.30am - 6pm Yoxall Lodge, Scotch Hills, Newchurch, Burton on Trent
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Enjoy six stunning walks through carpets of bluebells in beautiful woodlands at Yoxall Lodge. £4 adult, £1 child (5 - 16 yrs), under 5s free 01283 575237 info@bluebellwoodsyoxall.co.uk www.bluebellwoodsyoxall.co.uk
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BASC Game and Country Fair
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Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 April 9am - 5pm Catton Park, Watton Upon Trent, DE13 8LN
A family day out with competitions, activities and entertainment for all ages. £10 (£8 in advance) adult, free entry for children (under 15 yrs) accompanied by an adult. 01889 565050 midland.@basc.org.uk www.bascgamekeeperfair.co.uk
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Tuesday 10 - Saturday 14 April 7.30pm Thursday & Saturday Matinee 2.30pm Lichfield Garrick, Main Auditorium
A timeless and endearing love story starring Richard Johnson and Hollywood actress Stefanie Powers.
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Evenings £28.50, £26, matinees £22 01543 412121 garrickonline@lichfieldgarrick.com www.lichfieldgarrick.com
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Curborough Sprint Course Open Day
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Sunday 15 April From 10am Curborough Sprint Course, Fradley WS13 7JY
Free introduction to the motor sport of speed sprinting. Session includes on track instruction with an experienced competitor.
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Free 01543 264280 www.curborough.co.uk
April Celebrate St George St George’s Day Bonfire and Barbeque
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Monday 23 April 7pm Maple Hayes Hall, Lichfield
Wear red and white for this celebration of our patron saint. Live music and a barbeque, entry by ticket.
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£6 in advance 01543 309854 kate.durrant@lichfield.gov.uk www.lichfield.gov.uk
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Spring and Summer Flower Arranging
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Wednesday 18 & Thursday 19 April 10.30am The George Hotel, Lichfield
St George’s Court
Includes coffee on arrival, a flower arranging demonstration and a three course carvery lunch.
Highly entertaining historic court, including reports from the High Constables, Ale Tasters and Pinners.
£21 per person 01543 414822 mail@thegeorgelichfield.co.uk www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
Free entry Lichfield City Council, 01543 309854 kate.durrant@lichfield.gov.uk www.lichfield.gov.uk
Come and Sing The Messiah with the Lichfield Cathedral Chorus
Morris Dancing on St George’s Day
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Saturday 21 April 7.30pm (rehearsals 1.30pm - 4pm) Lichfield Cathedral
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Singers can come and join in an afternoon rehearsal of Handel’s Messiah prior the evening performance.
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Monday 23 April 12noon The Guildhall, Lichfield
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Monday 23 April 7.30pm - 9.30pm The Duke of York Greenhill, Lichfield
Green Man’s Morris will be performing traditional dances - ‘new’ dancers are welcome.
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0121 358 6435 bagman@greenmanmorris.org.uk www.greenmanmorris.org.uk
Singers tickets (including score hire) £10, audience tickets £7.50 01543 490194 info@lichfieldcathedralchorus.co.uk www.lichfieldcathedralchorus.co.uk
Celebrate St George’s Day
St George’s Day Celebration
01283 711500 www.bartonmarina.co.uk
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Saturday 21 April 10am - 4pm Tamworth Castle Grounds
Bringing history to life.
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Monday 23 April The Waterfront, Barton Marina
Home-made food, freshly prepared to order, complemented by real ales and fine wines.
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The Changing Shape of Fashion: Georgians to the New Look
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Free entry 01827 709618
Thursday 26 April 7pm Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield
Phoenix Rising
A fascinating trip through the history of fashion starting with the gorgeous Georgians!
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Sunday 22 April The Guildhall, Lichfield
A first for Lichfield Arts, Paul Slack is DH Lawrence in Campbell Kay’s one-man play.
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£11, £10, £9, £6 01543 262223 www.lichfieldarts.org.uk
£5, refreshments included, pre booking advisable 01543 306260 enquiries@erasmusdarwin.org www.erasmusdarwin.org
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Swimathon
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Saturday 28 April 6pm - 9.30pm Sunday 29 April 8.30am - 11.30am Friary Grange Leisure Centre, Lichfield
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May
May Day Morris Dancing
Three Spires Triathlon
Tuesday 1 May 7.45pm - 9.45pm The Park Gate Inn, Gate Road, Rugeley, WS15 4RN
Sunday 6 May Friary Grange Leisure Centre, Lichfield
Traditional dancing to celebrate May Day. New dancers would be welcome.
Pool based triathlon 400m swim, 20km bike, 5km run.
0121 358 6435 bagman@greenmanmorris.org.uk www.greenmanmorris.org.uk
07814 383611 info@chaserace.co.uk www.chaserace.co.uk
Moth Recording Morning
Salts Techstep Lichfield Half Marathon
Thursday 3 May 8.30am Discovery Hub, Beacon Park, Lichfield
Sunday 6 May 10.30 am King Edward VI Leisure Centre, Lichfield
Help the rangers identify park moths. Everyone welcome. Ring from 8am to confirm.
The second annual half marathon in the city of Lichfield on rural roads, finishing on Stowe Field in Lichfield.
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Free entry 07931 891086 parks@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/historicparks
The Nature of Shakespeare Saturday 5 May - Sunday 24 June 10.30am - 4.30pm (last admissions 4pm) The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Lichfield Calligraphers explore the Bard’s natural world in this exhibition around the museum.
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Free entry 01543 264972 sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
Life in the Trenches
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Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 May Staffordshire Regiment Museum, Whittington Barracks
Discover about life as a soldier in the First World War.
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£3 adult, £2 concession, £6 family 01543 434394 attendant@staffordshireregimentmuseum.com
Peoples’ Saturdays at Speakers’ Corner
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Saturdays 5, 12, 19, 26 May 12 noon Speakers’ Corner, Minster Pool, Lichfield
Share your views on any subject or issue or join in a debate.
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Free 01543 308167 moira.taylor@lichfielddc.gov.uk lichfieldspeakerscorner.org.uk
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£20 affiliated, £22 non affiliated 07947 698147 paul@kpevents.net www.kpevents.net
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Lichfield Mysteries Sunday 6 & Monday 7 May Lichfield Market Square 11.30am Lichfield Cathedral 1pm
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Spectacular community theatre event with 27 plays, 700 actors, music, dance, art, poetry and puppets. Something for everyone!
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Free entry 01543 264602 jilltaylor@lichfieldmysteries.co.uk www.lichfieldmysteries.co.uk
May
DECO Summer Concert
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Saturday 12 May 7.30pm Lichfield Cathedral
Lichfield’s resident professional orchestra perform beautiful classical music in the amazing setting of Lichfield Cathedral. £15 adult £12 concessions £5 children 01543 306150 deco@darwinensemble.co.uk www.darwinensemble.co.uk/deco
Sir Bob Geldof in Concert
Treasure Days
Tuesday 22 & Wednesday 23 May 7.30pm Lichfield Garrick, Main Auditorium
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Saturday 12 - Sunday 13 May 11am - 5pm Shugborough Estate, Milford
A special weekend to admire some of Shugborough’s most special hidden treasures.
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The legendary Bob Geldof live in concert with his band performing his classics and new material.
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Standard admission charges apply 0845 459 8900 www.shugborough.org.uk
£30 01543 412121 garrickonline@lichfieldgarrick.com www.lichfieldgarrick.com
The Art of Nature
Rags to Riches
Tuesday 15 May 6.30pm The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, Lichfield
Wednesday 23 May 6.30pm, 7.15pm & 8pm
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Explore the exhibition and create a nature-inspired painting in this artist-led workshop for Adult Learners’ Week. £10, including all materials and refreshments Places are limited and must be booked in advance 01543 264 972 sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
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National Forest Walking Festival Saturday 19 - Thursday 31 May
Programme of walks across the National Forest. Join in the biggest ever walking festival with walks of varying lengths for all abilities.
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A hidden Lichfield story brought to life by costumed characters in the Lichfield Story Exhibition. £5 includes admission to the exhibition and refreshments 01543 256611 info@lichfieldheritage.org.uk www.lichfieldheritage.org.uk
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A Pocket Full of Bricks: Intimate Theatre Present an Evening of Shakespearean Entertainment
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Saturday 26 May 7pm & 8.30pm The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, Lichfield
01283 222848 tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk
Brush up your Shakespeare with this light-hearted wander through the Bard’s works.
Craft and Gift Fair - A Celebration of Talents
£6.50, includes a drink 01543 264 972 sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
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Saturday 19 - Sunday 20 May 10am - 4pm Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield
A weekend fair celebrating the talents of our wonderful volunteers - stalls with crafts, cakes, gifts and lots more!
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Free entry 01543 306260 enquiries@erasmusdarwin.org www.erasmusdarwin.org
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Longdon Open Gardens and Flower Festival
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Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 May 2pm - 6pm Longdon village and St Jame’s Church, Longdon
Open gardens around the three Longdon villages and Flower Festival in Longdon Church.
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Peoples’ Saturdays at Speakers’ Corner
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Saturdays 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 June 12noon Speakers’ Corner, Minster Pool, Lichfield
Share your views on any subject or issue or join in a debate.
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Free 01543 308167 moira.taylor@lichfielddc.gov.uk lichfieldspeakerscorner.org.uk
Lichfield Greenhill Bower Fairground Show
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Saturday 2 June 10am - 4pm The Guildhall, Lichfield
Come along to see miniature models of fairgrounds.
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Free entry 07411 0141484 Jwright1975@hotmail.co.uk
The Big Jubilee Lunch at Lichfield Cathedral
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Sunday 3 June 11am - 3pm Lichfield Cathedral See event advert on page 6
Lichfield Greenhill Bower Diamond Jubilee Celebration
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Monday 4 June 12noon Across Lichfield City See event highlights on page 8
Fortunes and Ivy League
Court of Arraye and Crowning of the Bower Queen
Saturday 2 June Tamworth Assembly Rooms
Monday 4 June 10.30am The Guildhall, Lichfield
A combination of great comedy, slick performance and unparalleled harmonies makes a must-see show!
Light-hearted inspection of local ‘men-at-arms’ with reports from the Dozeners. Followed by the crowning of the Bower Queen at 12noon.
£18 & £16.50 01827 709618
Free entry 01543 309854 kate.durrant@lichfield.gov.uk www.lichfield.gov.uk
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Saturday 2 - Monday 4 June 10am - 5pm Chasewater Railway, Brownhills West Station
Traction engines and steam trains star in this family and enthusiast event, narrow gauge, museum, gift shops and tea room.
Real Ale Jazz and Blues Festival Thursday 7 - Sunday 10 June Lichfield Rugby Club, Tamworth Road See event highlights on page 8
See website for prices 01543 452623 or 01543 682854 info@chasewaterrailway.co.uk www.chasewaterrailway.org
Conkers Diamond Jubilee Celebrations
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Saturday 2 - Monday 10 June 10am - 6pm Conkers, Swadlincote
Our furry friends, the Forest Dwellers, are back at Conkers. Enjoy new adventures everyday with a week-long programme of ranger activities. Also live falconry shows and deadly animals.
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01283 216633 www.visitconkers.com
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The Hallerton Treasure
Fathers’ Day Karting
Monday 11 June - Sunday 30 September Lichfield Heritage Centre, Lichfield
Sunday 17 June 10am - 5pm Midland Karting Ltd, Wood End Lane, Fradley Park WS13 8NF
An exhibition of important finds from the Iron Age discovered near Hallerton, Leicestershire in 2000.
Karting events for dads. Book two places and dad races half price.
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£2.50 adult, £2 concession 01543 256611 info@lichfieldheritage.org.uk www.lichfieldheritage.org.uk
Alice in Wonderland
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Tuesday 12 June Lichfield Garrick
South Staffordshire College’s end of year show performance of Alice in Wonderland.
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£8 01543 412121
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Fathers’ Day ‘Pork Bap and Beer’
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Sunday 17 June 12noon - 3pm Erasmus Darwin House
Treat dad to a gorgeous pork bun and a glass of real ale in the beautiful Herb Garden. If you want to include a visit to the museum, dad goes free.
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Teddy Bears’ Picnic
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Saturday 16 June 1pm - 4pm Chasewater Innovation Centre
Dress up your bear and head to Chasewater for an afternoon of fun and frolics.
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50p per bear 01543 370607 Chasewater@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/parks
Lichfield Folk Festival
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Friday 15 - Sunday 17 June 9am - 10pm Various locations including King Edward VI Leisure Centre
A weekend of dance, workshops and music.
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01543 424292 www.lichfieldfolkfestival.co.uk
Summer Saturday Evening Special and Sunday Coal Train Day
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Saturday 16 June 6pm Sunday 17 June 10am - 5pm Chasewater Railway, Brownhills West Station
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Saturday evening scenic steam train ride then a meal at The Sidings. On Sundays, heritage coal trains will run in between our passenger services. See website for prices (summer evening tickets require pre booking) 01543 452623 or 01543 682854 info@chasewaterrailway.co.uk www.chasewaterrailway.org
01543 306260 enquiries@erasmusdarwin.org www.erasmusdarwin.org
Ascot Ladies’ Day
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Thursday 21 June 12 noon Moor Hall Hotel & Spa, Sutton Coldfield
Join us as we celebrate the world’s most glamorous race.
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£59.50 per person 0121 308 3751 mail@moorhallhotel.co.uk www.moorhallhotel.co.uk
Shakepeare in the Park A Midsummer Night’s Dream
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Wednesday 20 - Saturday 23 June 7.45pm Saturday 23 June 2pm Maple Hayes Hall, Abnalls Lane, Lichfield
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Outdoor production with audience seated on straw bales. Proceeds to charity.
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Carol Baker Summer Exhibition
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Friday 22 - Saturday 23 June 10am - 5pm The Corridor Gallery, The Guildhall, Lichfield,
Come and see Carole’s very latest work in acrylics, watercolour and mixed media. An opportunity to meet Carole, book workshops and to discuss technique.
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Free entry 01543 676895 carole@carolebaker.com www.carolebaker.com
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Olympic Festival
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Saturday 30 June Tamworth Castle Grounds
Join in the fun at the festival of sport.
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Free entry 01827 709618
Clifton Campville Country Fair
lichfield District Olympic Celebrations
Saturday 23 June 11am - 5pm Millennium Green, Clifton Campville
Saturday 30 June various times across Lichfield District See event highlights on page 7
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Celebration of the countryside and its animals for all the family, craft stalls and more. £2 adults, 50p child, under 5s free 01827 373318 aandlrobinson@btinternet.com www.cliftoncampville.com
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Summer Solstice Walk
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Sunday 24 June 7.30pm Chasewater Innovation Centre
Enjoy a pleasant evening walk round Chasewater on one of the longest days of 2012. Contact the Parks Team or . 01543 370607 chasewater@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/parks
Clandestine Pudding Club
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Friday 29 June 7.30pm for 8pm The George Hotel, Lichfield
Enjoy champagne and canapés, followed by five desserts, accompanied by a specially selected wine or spirit.
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£35 per person 01543 414822 mail@thegeorgelichfield.co.uk www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
Summer Symphony Concert
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Saturday 30 June 6pm - 9pm Chasewater Railway, Brownhills West Station
A selection of classical music performed by Walsall Symphony Orchestra plus scenic steam train rides. Refreshments available. See website for prices & further details (pre booking recommended) 01543 452623 or 01543 682854 info@chasewaterrailway.co.uk www.chasewaterrailway.org
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Saturday 30 June Burntwood Memorial Institute
Concert including a variety of traditional, light, music.
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£5, including refreshment 01543898995 Imogen.stewart69@tiscali.co.uk
Maine Coon Cat Competition
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Saturday 30 June 8am - 7pm King Edward VI Leisure Centre, Lichfield
Annual Maine Coon Cat Show. Contact David Howe for further information dhowe@btinternet.com
The Vintage Years Festival
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Saturday 30 June & Sunday 1 July 10am - 5pm National Brewery Centre, Burton upon Trent
A celebration of the 40s, 50s and 60s. With live music, vintage vehicles, displays, re-enactors and the food, dance and fashion that characterised these exciting decades.
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01283 532880 £7.95 adult, £4.95 child, £6.95 concessions, £20 family www.nationalbrewerycentre.co.uk
Lichfield Camera Club Summer Exhibition
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Saturday 30 June - Saturday 28 July 11am - 4pm Chasewater Innovation Centre
Exhibition of Lichfield Camera Club’s best photographs from the preceding season.
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Free entry 0121 351 4909 secretary@lichfieldcameraclub.org www.lichfield cameraclub.org
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The Lichfield Festival
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Wednesday 4 - Sunday 15 July various times See event highlights on page 8
Fuse Festival
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Friday 6 - Sunday 8 July Beacon Park, Lichfield See event highlights on page 8
The Florette Festival Market
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Saturday 7 July 10am - 4pm Lichfield Cathedral See event highlights on page 8
Chasewater Grand Prix Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 July At the Rangers Ranch (boat shed) from 11am - 5pm
Can you become the fastest go-karter at Chasewater Country Park? Suitable for ages 8-14.
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50p Contact the Parks Team 01543 370607 Chasewater@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/parks
Model Railway Exhibition Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 July Chasewater Railway, Brownhills West Station
Wartime Whittington
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Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 July Staffordshire Regiment Museum, Whittington Barracks
Experience the Second World War as both a soldier and a civilian.
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£3 adult, £2 concession, £6 family 01543 434394 attendant@staffordshireregimentmuseum.com
Maize Maze Season Saturday 14 July - Monday 3 September The National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton upon Trent
Come and negotiate one of the biggest and most elaborate mazes in the world!
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See website for details 01283 533933 info@adventurefarm.co.uk www.adventurefarm.co.uk
Burntwood Wakes Festival Friday 20 July & Saturday 21 July Burntwood Rugby Club, The Sportsway, Burntwood See event highlights on page 8
Model railway layouts featuring a range of gauges and themes, trade stalls, museum, train rides and tea room.
Alrewas Show
See website for prices & further details 01543 452623 / 01543 682854 info@chasewaterrailway.co.uk www.chasewaterrailway.org
Village show including cattle, sheep, shire horses, crafts, trade stands, entertainment, dogs, rabbits, poultry, fun fair and food hall.
Summer Party Night
Olympics Themed Weekend
Friday 13 July 7.30pm Moor Hall Hotel & Spa, Sutton Coldfield
Saturday 21 July - Sunday 22 July 11am - 5pm Shugborough Estate, Milford
Includes a three course dinner and disco until 12.30am.
Fun and themed games ahead of the 2012 Olympics.
£30 per person 0121 308 3751 mail@moorhallhotel.co.uk www.moorhallhotel.co.uk
Standard admission charges apply 0845 459 8900 www.shugborough.org.uk
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Carole Baker Open Studio at Sunnyside Studio
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Saturday 21 July 10am - 5pm 61 Rugeley Road, Chase Terrace, Staffordshire
Samuel Johnson’s Indoor Games Saturday 21 July - Sunday 2 September 10.30am - 4.30pm (last admissions 4pm) The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, Lichfield
Come and see Carole in her studio. Parking is in the council car park located approx 50m from Carole’s house on the same side of the road, just before Joseph Dewsbury Close.
Weather-proof games for all ages from the time of Samuel Johnson, throughout the sporting summer.
Free entry . 01543 676895 carole@carolebaker.com . www.carolebaker.com
01543 264972 Free entry sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
Mini Monsters
Summer Special Weekend
Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 July 10am - 12noon or 1pm - 3pm Swinfen Broun Pavilion, Beacon Park, Lichfield
Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 July 9.30am - 5.30pm The Plant Plot, Lichfield
Family bug hunting and pond dipping fun during Love Parks Week. Booking essential.
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£1 per child 01543 308869 parks@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/historicparks
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Discount offers, plant displays and special summer menu in The Pantry.
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01543 262805 info@theplantplot.com www.theplantplot.com
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August
Wacky Wednesdays
5th Annual Adventure Farm ‘Agri-lympics’
Every Wednesday throughout August 11.30am - 1pm or 2pm - 3.30pm Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield
Saturday 4 August The National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton upon Trent
Themed fun summer crafts for children of all ages. Something different every week!
‘Farm-style’ Olympics. Enter a team or come to support our challenging annual charity event.
£2, booking advisable 01543 306260 enquiries@erasmusdarwin.org www.erasmusdarwin.org
See website for details 01283 533933 info@adventurefarm.co.uk www.adventurefarm.co.uk
Summer Fun at Sam’s House
Beacon Park Fun Day and Teddy Bear Olympics
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Every Thursday throughout August 10.30am - 1.30pm The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, Lichfield
Drop-in arts and crafts fun throughout the holiday, a different activity every week! £2, no need to book, just drop-in. sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
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Thursday 9 August 11am - 3pm Beacon Park, Lichfield
Join in the fun with many exciting games, sports and outdoor activities for all ages.
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Free entry 01543 308869 parks@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/historicparks
August
Summer Proms Picnic Concert with the National Symphony Orchestra
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Sunday 19 August 5pm - 10pm Shugborough Estate, Milford
The National Symphony Orchestra presents a superb picnic evening of classical favourites. £32 (£27 in advance) adult, free entry for children (up to 15yrs) Book 10 adult tickets at one time and receive 10% discount, only available via the EMS Box Office on 01603 660444 www.emsconcerts.co.uk
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Canwell Show
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Saturday 11 August 8am - 6pm Spion Kop, Coppice Lane, Middleton B78 2BT
Agricultural, horticultural and horse show. Excellent value for money for all the family.
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Admission tbc 0121 323 4057 canwellshow@yahoo.co.uk www.canwellshow.co.uk
Chasewater Railway Annual Charity Day
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Sunday 12 August 10am - 5pm Chasewater Railway, Brownhills West Station
Charity and local community groups bring stalls including gifts, crafts, bric a brac, tombolas, steam trains and tea room. See website for prices & further details 01543 452623 / 01543 682854 Email info@chasewaterrailway.co.uk Website www.chasewaterrailway.org
Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra Picnic Concert
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Saturday 18 August 5pm - 10.30pm Shugborough Estate, Milford
Alrewas Arts Festival Saturday 25 August - Saturday 1 September All day, every day (see website) Alrewas Village
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An eight-day free village arts festival featuring exhibitions, workshops, events and performances, including drama, dance, film, poetry, storytelling and music, plus community art activities and an Arts Café. The festival starts with a street market and finishes with a twilight lantern parade and an open air concert on Walkfield.
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01283 790054 chair@alrewas-artsfest.co.uk www.alrewas-artsfest.co.uk
Conkers Wildlife Spectacular
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Saturday 25 - Monday 27 August 10am - 6pm Conkers, Swadlincote
Join Trevor Hill, falconry expert, along with a new display of animals from Pets’ Corner. Join the rangers for a weekend of craft activities for all the family.
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01283 216633 www.visitconkers.com
Pack a picnic and join Jools and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra with special guests.
Lichfield City Centre Races
£37 (£32 in advance) adult, £20 (£15 in advance) child Book 10 adult tickets at one time and receive 10% discount, only available via the EMS Box Office on 01603 660444 www.emsconcerts.co.uk
A day of cycling and running races held in the city centre.
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Sunday 26 August Lichfield City Centre
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01543 308842 phil.kelly@lichfielddc.gov.uk
Fairy Walk in Beacon Park
National Forest Wood Fair
Sunday 19 August 11am (under 5s) 1pm (over 5s) Beacon Park, Lichfield
Sunday 26 & Monday 27 August Beacon Hill Country Park, Leicestershire LE12 8SP
Hear the story of the park fairies then wander through the woodland. Fancy dress encouraged.
Watch the lumberjacks in action, chainsaw sculpting and try your hand at woodland crafts.
£1 per child 01543 308869 parks@lichfield.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk
01283 551211 enquiries@nationalforest.org www.nationalforestwoodfair.co.uk
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Ongoing Events
Painting Workshops with Carole Baker - Watercolour, Mixed Media and Acrylic Workshops
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March to August 10am - 4pm Edmund Gennings Rooms, Holy Cross Church, Chapel Lane, Lichfield
Friendly and individual tuition, workshops limited to 12 people, find fresh ideas and direction, recharge your artistic batteries, learn new skills and meet like-minded artists.
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From £38 per day 01543 676895 carole@carolebaker.com www.carolebaker.com
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Holiday Activities at Friary Grange Every school holiday Friary Grange Leisure Centre, Lichfield
Range of activities from cycling to swimming and lifeguard courses
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Lichfield Civic Society meetings
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Monthly 7.45pm Lichfield Heritage Centre, Lichfield
Come along to listen to interesting talks by special guest speakers. Thursday 22 March
Arthur Price the Story by Simon Price Tuesday 17 April
History of Swinfen Hall by Helen Wiser Tuesday 15 May
Lichfield Cathedral in the 15th Century by Patricia Scaife Tuesday 19 June
Charles ll and the Legacy of the Oak by Alan Lewis Thursday 19 July
01543 308842 friary.grange@lichfielddc.gov.uk
Explosives in Industry by Malcolm Ingry
Lichfield Camera Club
Free to members, £3 non members 01543 255423 www.lichfieldcivicsociety.org.uk
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Every Wednesday 7.30pm - 10pm Longdon Village Hall, Brook End, Longdon WS15 4PL
Visitors and new members welcome. Weekly meetings with guest speakers.
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£2 for visitors 0121 351 4909 secretary@lichfieldcameraclub.org www.lichfieldcameraclub.org
Martial Arts Tuesdays weekly Wall Village Hall, Watling Street, Wall
Self defence and physical fitness.
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Tai Chi and Chi Kung
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Tuesdays 2pm St. John’s Church Hall, Shenstone Thursdays 2.15pm Stonnall Village Hall, Stonnall
Low impact gentle form of exercise suitable for all.
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01543 480151 the.rankines@virgin.net
Exercise Classes at King Edward Vl Leisure Centre Weekdays
We have a variety of exercise classes available from aerobics to Zumba that are suitable for all abilities.
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Contact reception for prices 01543 308782 kinge@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/kelc
Tumble Teds
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Thursdays 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Let your child explore movement, improve balance and co-ordination in a fun and safe environment, giving them the opportunity to interact with other children. £3.30 per child & £2 per extra child 01543 308782 kinge@lichfielddc.gov.uk www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/kelc
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Eating and Shopping Lichfield and the surrounding areas have a wonderful variety of quality restaurants, bars, and cafes together with independent and unique shops. Take a look through the listings below, and also see more on our website visit www.visitlichfield.co.uk
Restaurants & Takeaways Chandlers restaurant Conduit Street 01543 416688 www.chandlersrestaurant.co.uk Chapters Restaurant The Close 01543 306125 www.lichfield-cathedral.org Ego Mediterranean restaurant Bird Street 01543 258234 lichfield@egorestaurants.co.uk Grill Inn restaurant Drayton Manor Park 01827 252499 www.thegrillinn.co.uk Lee Garden Chinese restaurant Tamworth Street 01543 254388/418515 www.leegardenrestaurants.co.uk Qmin Indian fusion restaurant Bird Street 01543 255000 qmin.co.uk Raj Duth Indian restaurant St John Street 01543 264552 www.rajduth-restaurant.co.uk Ruby, Cantonese & Chinese Restaurant St John Street 01543 251144 www.rubychineserestaurant.co.uk Ristorante Sorrento Italian restaurant Bird Street 01543 300789 www.sorrento-italian-restaurant.co.uk The George Hotel carvery restaurant Bird Street 01543 414822 www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
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The Lombard Chinese takeaway Lombard Street 01543 254473 www.thelombard.co.uk The Olive Tree restaurant Tamworth Street 01543 263363 www.lichfieldolivetree.co.uk
Perry’s Fine Foods Café café & outside caterers Tamworth Street 01543 262882 www.perrysfinefoods.com
The Restaurant at Cathedral Lodge Hotel Beacon Street 01543 414500 www.cathedrallodgehotel.com
The Food Room sandwich & coffee shop Minster Pool Walk 01543 411313 www.thefoodroom.co.uk
Tudor of Lichfield restaurant Bore Street 01543 263951 www.tudorrow.com
The Green Room Bar and Café at the Garrick Castle Dyke 01543 412110
Bars & Cafés Caffe Nero - Italian coffee shop Bore Street 01543 264900 www.caffenero.com
The Paradise Lounge bar/venue Sandford Street 01543 418950
Causeway coffee shop Dam Street 01543 257520
The Spark Café bar and events Tamworth Street 01543 898252 thesparkcafebar.co.uk
Comfortin’ Food café Bore Street 01543 253325
Subway sandwich shop Market Street 01543 416684
Costa Coffee Italian coffee shop Bakers Lane 01543 263545
Three Spires Coffee Shop Market Street 01543 414312
Damn Fine Café café & coffee shop Bird Street 01543 268934 Flamingo Tea Rooms Tamworth Street 01543 255588 Hindleys Bakery café & bakery Tamworth Street 01543 416454 www.hindleys-bakers.co.uk Minster Tearooms Dam Street 01543 410863
Pubs Horse and Jockey real ale pub Sandford Street 01543 410033 www.horseandjockeylichfield.co.uk Queens Head pub Queen Street 01543 410932 The Acorn Inn pub Tamworth Street 01543 263400 www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk The Scales pub Market Street 01543 441931 www.thescaleslichfield.co.uk
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Shopping A.B.D Carpets Ltd. Dam Street 01543 418747 Boots pharmacy Tamworth Street 01543 263149 www.boots.com Cancer Research UK Market Street 01543 252417 CC Viyella ladies clothes Bore Street 01543 417819 www.ccfashion.co.uk C.C. Wheate & Sons antique & modern jewellers Market Street 01543 253577 City Jewellers of Lichfield Market Street 01543 416412 www.cityjewellers.co.uk
Classy Shoes and Heels Bore Street 01543 418757 www.classyshoesandheels.co.uk Country Style ladies clothing Tamworth Street 01543 415195 Cure clothes shop Bore Street 01543 255020 www.cureuk.com Dame Oliver’s womenswear & accessories Dam Street 01543 256600 www.dameolivers.co.uk Decades Vintage Boutique vintage clothes and accessories St. John Street www.decadesvintage.co.uk Digital Dragons Games games shop Lombard Street 07941 637793 Dress Code ladies clothing Tudor Row 01543 255661
ES Jewellery Blewitt Court (Bore Street) 01543 255879 www.es-jewellery.com Flower Design By Kate Bolt Court (Market Street) 01543 255311 www.flowerdesignbykate.co.uk Friary Shoes City Arcade (Market Street) 01543 263443 www.friaryshoes.co.uk Ivison Florist Bird Street 01543 263173 James Jordan Antiques Conduit Street 01543 416281 Jessops cameras, accessories & prints Bakers Lane 01543 410250 www.jessops.com
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Julia Usher Jewellery City Arcade (Bore Street) 01543 250400 www.juliausherjewellery.com Katherine Jukes Interiors interior design & gift shop Tamworth Street 01543 264110 www.katherinejukesinteriors.com La Boutique - clothing boutique Market Street 01543 414149 www.stylishboutique.co.uk Lichfield Antiques Centre antiques centre & shop Minster Pool Walk 01543 416306 www.lichfieldantiquescentre.co.uk Lichfield Computer Centre Tamworth Street 01543 263335 www.lichfieldpc.co.uk Lichfield Heritage Centre coffee and gift shop 01543 256611 www.lichfieldheritage.org.uk
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Marjorie Reader ladies clothing Market Street 01543 256379 M.A. Sheldon jewellers Bird Street 01543 419100 Michael’s Menswear Ltd. Market Street 01543 262264 Mooch Kids children’s boutique Tudor Row 01543 414400 www.moochkids.com Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe Bore Street 01543 263861 Nathan at Home/Hansons bed Linen, blinds & curtains Market Street 01543 419362 www.hansonsathome.co.uk Paraphernalia furniture, homeware & gift shop Tamworth Street 01543 250138 www.paraphernalia.com
Roman Originals ladies clothing Bakers Lane 01543 256377 www.romanoriginals.co.uk Room to Inspire interiors & gifts Sandford Street 01543 264390 www.roomtoinspire.co.uk S&J Music music shop Bird Street 01543 268909 www.sjmusicuk.co.uk Salloways Jewellers Rolex specialists Bore Street 01543 262244 www.salloways.co.uk Samuel Johnson Birthplace bookshop Breadmarket Street 01543 264972 www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk Secret Garden florist Tudor Row 01543 418710 www.secretgardenlichfield.co.uk
Stardust Costumes dancewear Tamworth Street 0845 258 4151 stardustcostumes.co.uk Tatlow Carpets Ltd. City Arcade (Bore Street) 01543 264766 www.tatlowcarpets.co.uk Tempest Ford Ford retailer St John Street 01543 414451 www.tempestford.co.uk The Kitchen Shop cookware & tableware Market Street 01543 268602 The Spellbound Bead Co. bead shop Tamworth Street 01543 417650 www.spellboundbead.co.uk The Tales Press art supplies Dam Street 01543 256777 Three Spires Shopping Centre Bakers Lane 01543 417413 Wishes bags & jewellery accessories Tudor Row 01543 256741
Further Afield Restaurants The Waterfront restaurant Barton under Needwood 01283 711500 www.bartonmarina.co.uk Buzzard Valley Vineyard restaurant Drayton Bassett Tamworth 0121 308 1951 buzzardvalley@btconnect.com The Restaurant at Best Western Premier Moor Hall Hotel & Spa Four Oaks 0121 308 3751 www.moorhallhotel.co.uk
Bars & Cafés Barton Marina cafés & pub Barton under Needwood 01283 711500 www.bartonmarina.co.uk Crackpotz Ceramic Café Alrewas 01283 792666 www.crackpotz.co.uk The Pantry coffee shop Western bypass 01543 262805 www.theplantplot.com The Sidings at Chasewater Railway tea room & café Chasewater 01543 452623 www.chasewaterrailway.org
The Restaurant at Netherstowe House Netherstowe Lane 01543 254270 www.netherstowehouse.com The Restaurant at Swinfen Hall Hotel Swinfen 01543 481494 www.swinfenhallhotel.co.uk
Shopping Barton Marina boutique shops Barton under Needwood 01283 711500 www.bartonmarina.co.uk Buzzard Valley Vineyard Drayton Bassett Tamworth 0121 308 1951 buzzardvalley@btconnect.com G-Scapes garden centre Curborough Craft Centre 01543 256401 www.g-scapes.co.uk
Lichfield General Market
Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays Weekly 9am - 4pm (except Shrove Tuesday & the Tuesday following Spring Bank Holiday) Lichfield Market Square
Monthly on the first Thursday of every month (except January) 9am - 3pm Lichfield Market Square
Traditional markets selling a wide selection of value for money goods from reputable traders.
Established Farmers’ Market, wide selection of stalls selling fresh local produce and arts and crafts.
01543 309853 07970 861570 rachel.clive@lichfield.gov.uk www.lichfield.gov.uk
01543 309853 07970 861570 rachel.clive@lichfield.gov.uk www.lichfield.gov.uk
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Packington Moor Farm Shop and Café Jerrys Lane, Lichfield 01543 481223 www.packingtonmoor-farmshop.co.uk The Plant Plot garden centre Western bypass 01543 262805 www.theplantplot.com Wickes kitchens, bathrooms & DIY Vulcan Road 01543 516900 www.wickes.co.uk
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A look ahead
The next What’s On will be out in August and will list events from September through to the new year, to join the mailing list call 01543 412112 or email info@visitlichfield.com
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All listings were correct when this booklet was printed. Visit Lichfield cannot be held responsible for any events that are cancelled or changed. If you want to double check any details visit www.visitlichfield.co.uk or contact the event organisers. Photography by kind permission of Lichfield Mercury, Robert Yardley, Lichfield Cathedral, Drayton Manor Theme Park, Lichfield District Arts Association, Lichfield City Council, Lichfield Camera Club, Lichfield Garrick & Chasewater Railway.
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