Address

The Close


Lichfield
WS13 7LD

Contact

Tel : +44 01543 306100
+44 01543 306109

Child
FREE


adult
FREE

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.

Directions

By Road

Nearest major road is M42. Take the A446 to Bassets Pole Roundabout, take the A38 to Lichfield, follow the signs to the city centre.

By Public Transport

Nearest station is Lichfield City. From the station exit, cross at traffic lights towards Friars Gate 'Rover' Garage. Turn left walking past the garage and turn right at the end of the road onto St John Street. Continue straight on into Bird Street, go past Minster Pool and on to entrance to The Close on your right hand side. Walk up The Close to the Cathedral.