Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park celebrated its 25th year on Saturday (2 September) and although heavy rain fell, fans were undeterred bringing their picnics and chairs to enjoy the wonderful music on offer. More than 10,000 people joined the celebration where they were entertained by The City of Lichfield Concert Band playing a mix of… Read more »
Fish deaths at Stowe Pool caused by a parasite
Following reports from local anglers about dead fish at Stowe Pool, Lichfield District Council Parks Team has been working closely with the Environment Agency to investigate. The Environment Agency has identified a common parasite, likely Gyrodactylus sprostonae, as the main cause of the recent fish deaths and it’s possible that illegal introduction of fish into the… Read more »
Families enjoy Fun Day in Beacon Park
A special summer family fun day in Beacon Park, organised by Lichfield District Council, drew hundreds of people eager to enjoy the activities on offer. Youngsters got stuck into a variety of sports organised by Active Lichfield on Wednesday, 7 August including soft archery, panna football and basketball, were delighted by a barefoot Walk, and… Read more »
Beacon Park fun-day for families
With the schools’ summer break in full swing the team at Beacon Park have just the thing for families to enjoy together – a fun day! A host of activities have been arranged for the event on Wednesday, 7 August between 11am to 3pm including sports and games such as table tennis, limbo, hoopla and… Read more »
All-new Symphony Suite launched for 25th Anniversary of Proms in the Park
Fans of Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park can enjoy the event in style this year by taking advantage a brand-new premium hospitality option in the Symphony Suite. Proms, which is taking place on Saturday September 7, is one of the most popular events in the district’s calendar drawing thousands of people for an evening of… Read more »
Lichfield’s Beacon Park receives the coveted Green Flag Award to officially recognise it as one of the country’s best parks
Lichfield District Council is celebrating after receiving a Green Flag Award for Beacon Park. The news that Beacon Park has achieved the accreditation – the international quality mark for parks and green spaces – is testament to the hard work and dedication of the team that cares for the green space so that visitors and… Read more »
Businesses are proud to sponsor Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park
A host of local businesses have again come forward to sponsor one of the most popular events in the district’s calendar – Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park. This spectacular evening of music and fireworks, which will take place on Saturday 7 September, is celebrating its 25th year and is again expected to attract as many… Read more »
Collaboration between council and The Johnson Society sees cuttings from famous city willow tree planted in the United States
Special planting ceremonies held in the United States are set to result in the regeneration there of an historic Lichfield tree admired by Samuel Johnson. Cuttings from the tree, known as Johnson’s Willow, have been planted at Vassar College in New York State and at Graeme Park in Pennsylvania through a collaboration between Lichfield District… Read more »
Sports and activities for everyone to try at next month’s Lichfield Community Games
Lichfield Community Games returns to the city next month offering a great opportunity for everyone to try their hands at a new sport or activity. The event in Beacon Park on Saturday 22 June is designed to inspire health and happiness through physical exercise and will feature 30 different activities delivered by local providers and… Read more »
Celebrating the 25th Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park
The ever-popular Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park is marking its 25th year in 2024 and everyone is invited to the celebration. This much-loved concert has become a perennial favourite with thousands of the district’s residents joining fans from far and wide to enjoy a musical and visual extravaganza in our beautiful park. Free to attend,… Read more »