What’s On This Week at Lichfield Cathedral
The Longest Yarn 2: Britain at War
Open daily:
Monday 25 – Friday 29 May | 10:00–16:00
Saturday 30 May | 10:00–12:00
Sunday 27 May | 12:00–14:30 (last chance!)
A powerful touring exhibition of intricate handmade wool scenes depicting life in wartime Britain. From the Home Front to moments of resilience and community, each scene brings history to life in remarkable detail.
Entry by donation
Poppies Stitch Club: Mini Stitch Sessions
Be part of something truly special with The Fabric Vault and help create a breathtaking — and record-breaking — installation of handmade poppies as part of an 18-month community project.
Monday 25 May | 10:00–12:00
Tuesday 26 May | 10:00–12:00, 14:00–16:00
Wednesday 27 May | 10:00–12:00
Thursday 28 May | 10:00–12:00
Make Do & Mend
Tuesday 26 & Thursday 28 May | 10:00–12:00
Broken toys, worn favourites, or items in need of a little care? Join the Repair & Share Café team and discover the joy of repair and reuse.
The Secret Plant Army of WWII
Pick up a trail map and explore the wartime herbs growing around the Cathedral Close, and how they were once used to create essential medicines during wartime shortages.
Enchanted: The Ultimate Princess Concert
Saturday 30 May | 14:30
A magical candlelit concert featuring beloved songs from Frozen, Wicked, Moana, The Lion King and more — performed live by musical theatre singers.
Tower Tours
Monday 25 May | 11:00 & 13:30
Wednesday 27 May | 11:30
Friday 29 May | 11:00
Saturday 30 May | 11:00
Sunday 31 May | 13:30
Climb hidden staircases, explore roof spaces, and enjoy stunning views from the Central Tower.
Tickets: lichfield-cathedral.org/tours
Highlights Tours
Daily | 11:00 & 14:00 (subject to availability)
A 45-minute introduction to 1,300 years of Cathedral history.
£5 | Book on the day at the Welcome Desk
Whether you’re exploring exhibitions, joining a workshop, or simply enjoying a moment of calm, there’s plenty to discover this week.
Full details & tickets: lichfield-cathedral.org/what-s-on
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