Welcome to CITYLIFE Welcome to CITYLIFE <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lichfield</strong>, a monthly magaz<strong>in</strong>e br<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g you our pick of the city’s news, events and stories. Each month CITYLIFE <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lichfield</strong> is delivered to 18,000 bus<strong>in</strong>esses and homes <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lichfield</strong>, K<strong>in</strong>gs Bromley, Fradley, Alrewas, Hill Ridware, Whitt<strong>in</strong>gton, Stonnall, Shenstone, Hammerwich, Burntwood and Longdon, completely free of charge; br<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g you the best that the city has to offer. Each issue features heritage stories explor<strong>in</strong>g the rich history of our area, plus competitions, <strong>in</strong>terviews and the latest <strong>in</strong> fashion and style. Got a story or charity event you want to share with our readership? Th<strong>in</strong>k you’ve snapped an image that captures the spirit of the city? We want to hear from you! Our bus<strong>in</strong>ess is br<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g you <strong>Lichfield</strong>’s city life. CITYLIFE Contacts Editor - Kristen Lackajis 07885 380632 kristencitylife@gmail.com Features - Jono Oates 07785 757201 jonocitylife@gmail.com Advertis<strong>in</strong>g - Steve Brown 07740 166497 stevebrowncitylife@gmail.com Rebecca Hill 07970 513144 rebeccahillcitylife@gmail.com Lorra<strong>in</strong>e Hudson 078860 91933 lorra<strong>in</strong>ecitylife@gmail.com Production - Helen Smith 07967 154187 helencitylife@gmail.com <strong>Citylife</strong> In <strong>Lichfield</strong> Ltd PO Box 7126 LICHFIELD WS14 4JS CITYLIFE <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lichfield</strong> and CITYLIFE <strong>in</strong> Rugeley magaz<strong>in</strong>es are not connected to any other publication or publisher, and are wholly owned by CITYLIFE <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lichfield</strong> Ltd. <strong>Citylife</strong> In <strong>Lichfield</strong> www.citylife<strong>in</strong>lichfieldltd.co.uk <strong>Citylife</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lichfield</strong> Ltd does not endorse any bus<strong>in</strong>ess or organisation appear<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> these pages, and the publication of any advertisement, editorial, event list<strong>in</strong>g or advertis<strong>in</strong>g editorial does not constitute an endorsement by <strong>Citylife</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lichfield</strong> Ltd. Your Local Magaz<strong>in</strong>e Inside... 12 Lest We Forget A page of reflective poetry to remember the fallen ............................. 34 Christmas at the Cathedral Festive events at the City's famous landmark ............................. 40 The History of Croxall Hall Jono Oates delves <strong>in</strong>to the background of this estate ............................. 43 City View The Newsletter of <strong>Lichfield</strong> City Council ............................. 50 Lockdown Reads Local libraries share their most popular books From the Editor… We’re start<strong>in</strong>g to get <strong>in</strong>to the festive spirit a little more now here at <strong>Citylife</strong> and, despite the pandemic be<strong>in</strong>g all around us, there’s also so much to look forward to and be thankful for. This Remembrance Day, the country will fall silent as we remember those that fought and died for us and, although we can’t attend the usual parades and memorial ceremonies, we will be us<strong>in</strong>g the time to reflect on this year and what it has taught us. We may not have seen friends and family members very often; we may have had work issues due to Covid-19; or we may even have lost loved ones… but one th<strong>in</strong>g we have learned is that, as a nation, we do not give up. The clocks went back recently, signall<strong>in</strong>g the true start to the season ahead, which br<strong>in</strong>gs dark even<strong>in</strong>gs, drizzly days and cold snaps. However, it’s also plays host to warm fires, cosy slippers and hearty meals! Every cloud! In the <strong>November</strong> issue we’re br<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g you the latest local news; even more d<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g reviews from your favourite local restaurants; fact-filled history articles courtesy of our resident historian, Jono Oates; and a few festive extras to help you soak up the atmosphere of the festive season! Feet up, cup of tea at the ready and enjoy this month’s issue! Krissy
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