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The “Ladies of the Vale”: Lichfield Cathedral is the only medieval cathedral in the UK to feature three spires. This unique silhouette earned them the famous nickname, the “Ladies of the Vale.

The City of Philosophers: In the 18th century, Lichfield was a global intellectual hub. It was the home of Samuel Johnson (who wrote the first definitive English Dictionary) and Erasmus Darwin (grandfather of Charles).

The Staffordshire Hoard: The world’s largest collection of Anglo-Saxon gold and silver was discovered in 2009 just 4 miles from the city centre, valued at over £3.2 million.

England’s Last Burning for Heresy: In 1612, Lichfield’s Market Place was the site of the very last public execution by burning for heresy in England, when Edward Wightman was sent to the stake.

An Independent County: For over 300 years (from 1553 to 1888), Lichfield was legally its own county, separate from Staffordshire, known as the “County of the City of Lichfield”.

The Titanic’s Captain: In Beacon Park, you’ll find a statue of Captain Edward Smith. Although he was born in Hanley, the statue was placed in Lichfield because it was the cathedral city of his home diocese.

The St Chad Gospels: The Cathedral holds a treasure older than the Book of Kells. The St Chad Gospels date back to approximately 730 AD and are still used in services today.

Evolution’s “Steering” Roots: Long before cars, local resident Erasmus Darwin invented a “horizontal windmill” and a steering mechanism for carriages that is still the basis of modern car steering systems.

A “Field of Dead” Legend: The name Lichfield is often said to mean “Field of the Dead”, originating from a legend that a thousand Christian martyrs were killed here by Roman soldiers in 300 AD.

Michelin-Starred Dining: Despite its boutique size, Lichfield is a major foodie destination, currently home to Staffordshire’s only Michelin-starred restaurant, Upstairs by Tom Shepherd.