Lichfield Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
cathedral city in Staffordshire, England
About Lichfield
One of seven civil parishes with city status in England, Lichfield has a population of 35,000 (2021). It sits16mi (26km)north ofBirminghamand124mi (200km)north-west of London. Lichfield is notable for its three-spired cathedral and as the birthplace of Dr. Johnson, the writer of the first authoritative Dictionary of the English Language.A Dictionary of the English Language, one of the most influential dictionaries in the history of the English language, was prepared by Samuel Johnson and published on April 15, 1755. Lichfield is also the birthplace of Elias Ashmole (23 May 1617 – 18 May 1692). Elias was a celebrated English antiquary, politician, officer of arms, astrologer and student of alchemy. He supported the royalist side during the English Civil War, and at the restoration of Charle
Top Attractions in Lichfield
Explore the best things to see and do in Lichfield:
- ★Beacon Park
- ★Darwin House
- ★Dr Johnson Birthplace Museum
- ★Garrick Theatre
- ★Lichfield Cathedral
- ★Lichfield International Festival
- ★National Memorial Arboretum
- ★St. Mary's Heritage Centre
Where to Eat in Lichfield
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴1709: The Brasserie
- 🍴Ego
Where to Stay in Lichfield
- 🏨Best Western George Hotel
- 🏨Cathedral Lodge Hotel
- 🏨St. Johns House
- 🏨Swinfen Hall
Lichfield Travel Guide Sections
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