From the fascinating Dr Samuel Johnson to the city’s bawdier past, there is a range of summer tours left to suit all tastes.
Heritage Trail
Wednesday 17 August at 7pm & Saturday 20 August at 2pm
Lichfield is one of the smallest cathedral cities in England and has a rich and varied past. Learn more about the city on this tour.
Cost £3 per person
Pubs, Priests and Prostitutes
27 August at 2pm
Find out about some of Lichfield’s historical and colourful characters.
Cost - £3 per person
Boobies and Blockheads
Saturday 10 September at 2pm
Discover more about Dr Samuel Johnson’s Lichfield.
Cost £3 per person
On top of the city tours, there is also a chance to explore one of Lichfield District’s delightful villages, on the Alrewas Village Tour. Taking place on Sunday 14 August at 2pm, this is a tour around the pretty and historic village. The tour costs £5.50, which includes a cup of tea or coffee and scone at the George and Dragon public house.
Cllr Louise Flowith, Lichfield District Council’s Cabinet Member for Tourism, said: “Going on a walking tour is a good way to find out more about Lichfield’s past. August is the perfect time to take a tour as we’re offering 10 percent off all our walking tours to Lichfield Special Offer card holders during this month. If you don’t have a card, make sure you contact the Tourist Information Centre to get yours today.”
For a full programme of all the walking tours, please go to www.visitlichfield.co.uk.
Tickets must be bought in advance and are available from Lichfield Tourist Information Centre, based in the Lichfield Garrick, or by telephoning the team on 01543 412112.
To apply for a Lichfield Special Offer card, please call telephone 01543 412112 or go to www.visitlichfield.co.uk/specialoffers.
