Beacon Park has once again been voted one of the nation’s favourite parks in the 2025 Green Flag People’s Choice Awards, placing it in the top ten parks across the UK for the second year in a row. The award, run by Keep Britain Tidy’s Green Flag Award team, recognises the most-loved, best-managed green spaces… Read more »
New Padel Tennis courts set to get underway in Beacon Park
Lichfield District Council has appointed Midlands-based Fosse Contracts Limited to install three new Padel Tennis courts at Beacon Park, marking the start of an exciting new phase in its work to transform the leisure attraction. Padel Tennis is one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports. A blend of tennis and squash, it is played in an… Read more »
Work to begin on an exciting new Adventure Golf Course and improvements to the Golf Course at Beacon Park
Work is starting this September to deliver an exciting new Adventure Golf Course and enhancements to the main golf course in Lichfield’s Beacon Park. The Crazy Golf course is being completely redeveloped to feature large, themed structures inspired by local landmarks including Lichfield Cathedral, the Garrick Theatre, Burntwood Climbing Wall and Beacon Park itself. To… Read more »
Fabulous Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park is enjoyed by thousands
Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park saw thousands of people gather on Saturday to enjoy a wonderful evening of music, picnicking and fireworks under the stars. The City of Lichfield Concert Band opened the event with a setlist of popular classical works and showstoppers followed by The British Police Symphony Orchestra playing a selection of famous… Read more »
New ‘Lichfield’ sign offers a picture-perfect welcome
Just in time for summer, we have unveiled a new city sign spelling out its name in big white block letters – a perfect photo opportunity for visitors and residents. Now in place at Beacon Park, the sign sits against the stunning backdrop of Lichfield Cathedral, making it a must-visit spot for snapping pictures and… Read more »
New adventure golf approved for Beacon Park
Visitors to Beacon Park can look forward to an exciting new attraction, as plans for a brand new adventure golf course have been approved. The current mini golf course, located next to Lakeside Bistro, will be removed this summer and replaced with a vibrant, upgraded 9-hole adventure golf facility. The new course will feature large,… Read more »
Lichfield District Council is recognised as one of only eight UK councils committed to tackling ‘nature emergency’
Lichfield District Council has been named as one of only eight councils in the UK committed to tackling what has been described as the ‘nature emergency’. The Woodland Trust has recognised Lichfield District Council after assessing all 395 councils, finding that of the 103 that have officially declared a ‘nature emergency’, only eight have met… Read more »
Beacon Park launches a solar-powered bird feeder to boost the local environment and support wildlife
Lichfield District Council is excited to announce a new partnership with The Feed Ducks Initiative, aimed at preserving the health of local duck populations and improving the water quality in Beacon Park. Through this collaboration, a solar-powered bird feed dispenser has been installed in the park to encourage visitors to feed ducks responsibly, and to… Read more »
Beacon Park voted one of the ten best Green Flag parks in the UK
We are thrilled to announce that Beacon Park has been voted by visitors as one of the ten best Green Flag parks in the UK. The 70-acre open space has been recognised in Keep Britain Tidy’s Green Flag Awards People’s Choice, which was launched in September asking the public to vote for their favourite park… Read more »
Exciting new facilities set to come to Beacon Park for the benefit of residents and visitors
Lichfield District Council is delighted to announce plans for new and improved facilities in Beacon Park, making it an even more attractive destination for visitors of all ages. Beacon Park already offers a variety of attractions, including a children’s adventure play area, football pitches, a café, formal gardens, and tennis courts. The planned improvements aim… Read more »