Citylife in Lichfield August 2021

What’s On
August
Guildhall’s Old Prison Cells
One of Lichfield’s oldest tourist attractions will
be opening its doors once again for the first
time in almost two years. Following the easing
of government restrictions, Lichfield’s Old
Guildhall Prison Cells will be open for free
visits throughout August on Wednesdays and
Saturdays starting on Wednesday 4th August.
The historic landmark, which has been used as
a prison since 1548, has a history that spans
across centuries. For the first time, all four of
the existing cells are now open for visitors to
experience.
For volunteer and visitor safety, some
measures will remain in place, such as limited
numbers, plenty of hand sanitiser, and the
recommendation of face coverings. Visitors will
also have the opportunity to participate in the
government’s Test and Trace scheme by
scanning a unique QR code or signing a slip.
To find out more, please contact the Samuel
Johnson Birthplace Museum by emailing
sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk.
Summer Fun at Sam’s House
Throughout August, The Samuel Johnson
Birthplace Museum will be hosting a series of
Summer Fun activities for families.
Based on ‘Lichfield Legends’, each session will
allow little ones to make their own bookmarks
like Samuel Johnson, compose their own
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collections like Richard Greene, create their
own sea creatures like the ones studied by
Erasmus Darwin and craft their own theatre
like the ones David Garrick would have
performed in.
Activities will take place every Thursday in
August from 11am-2:15pm and the museum
will be limiting sessions to pre-booked tables
(with no minimum and maximum of six per
table, including adults). Children must be
accompanied by an adult and tickets cost
£3.50 per child.
For more information about each session and
to book your space/table, contact the
Birthplace team on 01543 264 972 or email
sjmuseum@lichfield.gov.uk.
Saturday 7th August
Summer Picnic
Bring your food, drink and a blanket and join in
the fun at the Burntwood Summer Picnic!
Venue: Burntwood Leisure Centre, Burntwood
Time: 12pm-4pm
Price: Free Entry
Sunday 8th August
Burntwood Producers Market
A range of local artisan stalls selling unique gift
items, food and drink.
Venue: Sankey’s Corner, Burntwood
Time: 10am-4pm
Friday 13th - Sunday 15th August
Lichfield FUSE Festival
It's back - bigger, louder and livelier than ever -
so get ready to experience the extraordinary!
Venue: Beacon Park
Time: 11am-6pm
Price: Free
Sunday 15th & 29th August
Time to Refresh
Guided walks in Erasmus Darwin’s historic
herb garden.
Venue: Erasmus Darwin House, Beacon Street
Time: 3pm
Price: £4
Tickets available at erasmusdarwin.org
Wednesday 18th August
1960s BBQ & Disco
Enjoy a fantastic evening of non-stop hits and
delicious BBQ dishes at Moor Hall Hotel &
Spa as it celebrates its 60th anniversary! 1960s
dress encouraged!
Venue: Moor Hall Hotel, Four Oaks, Sutton
Coldfield
Time: 7pm start
Price: £45 per person to include a BBQ and
disco entertainment (price includes a £5
voluntary charity donation to Breast Friends.)
To book tickets visit www.moorhallhotel.co.uk
or call 0121 308 3751.
Friday 20th - Sunday 22nd August
Lichfield Arts Blues & Jazz Festival
At least 300 bands offering blues and jazz fans
a varied programme of top-class national
musicians and excellent regional bands.
Venue: Various across the city
Price: Various. For tickets visit www.lichfieldjazz.co.uk.
Saturday 21st August
Heritage Photography Day
Photographers attending this event can expect
to photograph several re-enactment groups,
vintage vehicles, background sets and much
more!
Venue: High Ash Farm, Abbots Bromley
Time: 11am-4pm
Price: £65
Booking essential. Contact Lee Chapman on
07875 973781.
Sunday 22nd August
Plan Your Wedding in a Day
With acclaimed wedding planner Jane-Dayus
Hinch, this seminar covers everything you
need to know about planning the perfect
wedding.
Venue: West Park, Wolverhampton
Time: Doors open at 9am
Price: £15
To book visit www.relightfestival.co.uk
Saturday 28th, Sunday 29th & Monday 30th
August
Lichfield Food & Drink Festival
Expect a massive selection of artisan food and
drink stalls, cookery demonstrations, street
food, music and entertainment, a brewers
event, free children’s activities and much more!
Venue: Market Square and City Centre
Time: All day
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for only £20 for businesses and £10 for
charities. Entries must be 50 words maximum.
To book contact Rebecca Hill 07970 513144
rebeccahillcitylife@gmail.com (businesses who
are already advertising in the relevant issue
may place additional what’s on listings free-ofcharge).
Please clearly mark your email ‘What’s
On Lichfield'.