Visitors to Burntwood Park can now enjoy a range of new facilities following the completion of three improvement projects designed to make the park more welcoming and inclusive for people of all ages. The latest additions include a new teen hangout area, an accessible picnic bench and two interactive play panels, delivered through a combination… Read more »
New accessible bouncer opens at Beacon Park
Children of all abilities can now enjoy a new accessible bouncer at Beacon Park following the completion of its installation as part of Lichfield District Council’s (LDC) continued investment in inclusive play. The new play equipment was funded through the Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) in support of LDC’s Clean and Green programme, alongside… Read more »
Lichfield’s brand new Padel courts open in Beacon Park
Three brand-new Padel courts have been opened today in Lichfield’s Beacon Park, giving residents and visitors the chance to enjoy this popular sport in the heart of the city. Lichfield District Councillors and staff joined Padel enthusiasts for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the outdoor, floodlit facility which enhances the park’s leisure offer and encourages residents… Read more »
Beacon Park Fun Day returns next week
Families are invited to enjoy a packed day of summer activities when Beacon Park Fun Day returns on Wednesday 5 August. Running from 11am to 3.30pm, the popular event will bring together family entertainment, activities, local organisations and businesses for a fun-filled day in the park. Entry is free, there is no need to book,… Read more »
Padel in Beacon Park serves up a brand-new way to play outdoors
Padel in Beacon Park opens on 30 July 2026, introducing three new outdoor floodlit courts as part of Lichfield District Council’s investment in expanding leisure activities in the park. Residents and visitors can now enjoy one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports as Padel in Beacon Park officially opens on Thursday 30 July 2026, bringing three… Read more »
Four of Lichfield District’s parks recognised among the country’s very best
Lichfield District is celebrating a record four Green Flag Awards after Princes Park and Stowe Pool & Fields achieved the prestigious national accolade for the first time, joining Beacon Park and Burntwood Park, which have once again retained the award. The internationally recognised Green Flag Award is the benchmark for well-managed parks and green spaces,… Read more »
Lichfield’s new Adventure Golf opens in Beacon Park
Visitors to Beacon Park can now enjoy a round on the fantastic new 9-hole Adventure Golf course. Offering fun for all the family the woodland-themed facility challenges players to negotiate obstacles, slopes, tunnels and tricky hazards and ‘hole-out’ in as few putts as possible. Adventure Golf features accessible roped pathways, landscaping and attractive flower beds… Read more »
New Adventure Golf course opening in Beacon Park this May half term
A fantastic new 9-hole adventure golf course is opening in Beacon Park this Saturday, 23 May, giving families, friends and visitors another fun activity to enjoy in one of Lichfield’s most popular green spaces. Beacon Park Adventure Golf has been designed with a woodland-inspired look and feel, making it more in keeping with the historic… Read more »
Work begins on new Padel courts in Lichfield’s Beacon Park
Work has commenced on the installation of three new outdoor Padel tennis courts at Beacon Park, as part of ongoing investment to enhance leisure facilities across the district. The project marks another significant step forwards in Lichfield District Council’s continued transformation of the district’s leisure provision by offering increased accessibility to modern sporting activities. Midlands-based… Read more »
Free compost available in Beacon Park
Free compost made from our parks’ grass cuttings and green waste is now on offer to community groups and gardeners who can use it. The environmentally friendly, sustainable matter is perfect for adding to gardens to improve moisture retention and soil structure and biodiversity benefits. It can also be mixed with soil to make wholesome potting compost. If… Read more »