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Lichfield Cathedral
Lichfield Cathedral is set within a remarkable and serene Close and there is much to occupy the visitor. The 800 year old Cathedral, the third building on the site has a fascinating history. Under seige three times during the Civil War, restored under Charles II in the 1660's, extensively remodelled internally in the late 18th Century and completely restored to its medieval splendour by Sir George Gilbert Scott 100 years later, its treasures include the 8th century St Chad Gospel's, 16th century Flemish Glass, monuments by Chantrey and Epstein and the 20th century Lang Lichfield Silver Comission. The Close around the Cathedral still has remnants of the medieval fortifications, so important during the Civil War and a range of architectural styles which include the 15th century Vicars Close, Bishops Palace (1687), a Deanery dating from 1703 and several 18th century buidlings including Erasmus Darwin House. To find out more visit our website: www.lichfield-cathedral.org. Also part of the Anglo Sikh Heritage Trail, call 0845 600 1893 for more details.
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Prices
Free entry
Donations welcome. Group charges for guided tours.
Opening details
| Season Dates | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Notes | Opening Times: 7.30am - 6.15pm weekdays, 8.00am - 6.15pm Saturday, 7.30am - 5.00pm / 6.30pm Sunday (Winter/Summer) Weekly services: Monday to Friday: 7.30am - 8.15am Morning Prayer and Eucharist 9.30am - 10am Eucharist 5.30pm - 6.15pm Evensong* * On Wednesdays and school holidays there may be a visiting choir singing, otherwise there is Evening Prayer in place of Evensong Saturday: 12noon - 12.30pm Eucharist 5.30pm - 6.15pm Choral Evensong Sunday: 8.00am Holy Communion 10.30am - 11.45am Sung Eucharist 3.30pm - 4.15pm Choral Evensong Cathedral Coffee Shop Monday - Saturday: 9.00am - 5.00pm Sunday: 10.00am - 4.00pm Cathedral Bookshop Monday - Saturday: 9.30am - 5.00pm Sunday: 12noon - 5.00pm |
Contact
ReceptionTel: 01543 306100
enquiries@lichfieldcathedral.org
www.lichfield-cathedral.orgNearby
Local AccommodationVenue
Lichfield CathedralThe Close, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 7LD
www.lichfield-cathedral.org.uk
Map reference: SK 115097
Signposted from all major roads, A38, A5, A461, A51, M6toll and in City Centre. Parking nearby.
Accessible by Public Transport : Lichfield City station
All above are available at properties within The Close. Also available at the Cathedral free parking for disabled visitors, Guided tours by prior arrangement, Facilities for blind and partially sighted, Guide dogs admitted, Equipment for deaf and hard of hearing, Special events held, Free access for carers, LDTA member.
Also at this venue
Group FacilitiesEvents at this venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Sat 11 Sep 2010 | Treasure for Treasure |
| Fri 17 Sep 2010 | The Organist Entertains |
| Sat 25 Sep 2010 | 'A Chip Off The Old Block' |
| Fri 1 Oct 2010 | Patron's Dinner |
| Mon 11 Oct 2010 - Sun 14 Nov 2010 | Portraits for Posterity |
| Tue 12 Oct 2010 | A Tale of Two Cities |
| Sat 16 Oct 2010 | Pilgrimage Through Time |
| Sat 16 Oct 2010 | Pilgrimage Through Time |
| Sat 30 Oct 2010 | The Cathedral in Lights |
| Sun 7 Nov 2010 | Archbishop visiting Lichfield Diocese |
| Tue 9 Nov 2010 | Many Hands Play Light Works |
| Sat 27 Nov 2010 | Advent Carol Service |
| Sun 28 Nov 2010 | Advent Carol Service |
| Tue 7 Dec 2010 | Songs for a City |
