Padel courts in Beacon Park open
We're delighted to have opened three new outdoor floodlit courts in Beacon Park as part of the council's ongoing investment in expanding leisure opportunities across the district.
New Adventure Golf now open
Set in the beautiful surroundings of Beacon Park, Lichfield's new Adventure Golf is a fun, great value activity for families, friends and visitors of all ages. £3 adults, £1.50 children.
Thank you for using your food waste caddies
Thank you for making our new food waste collection service such a success. Keep filling and putting out your food waste caddy every week on your normal collection day.
News and events
29 Jul 2026
Beacon Park Fun Day returns next week
Families are invited to enjoy a packed day of summer activities when Beacon Park Fun Day returns on Wednesday 5 August.
24 Jul 2026
£1.17 million investment launched to support voluntary and community organisations
We have launched the biggest-ever investment in the voluntary and community sector, with £1.17 million available over the next three years to support organisations making a difference across the district.
31 Jul 2026
Free activities for young people to enjoy over the summer break
A fantastic range of free activities are available for young people to enjoy in Lichfield District over the summer break.
17 Jul 2026
Children help bring Lichfield and Tamworth's new food waste trucks to life
Ten new food waste trucks in Lichfield District and Tamworth now feature The Scraps Gang, five child‑named monster characters designed to make recycling fun and boost participation in the new weekly food waste service.
30 Jul 2026
Lichfield’s brand new Padel courts open in Beacon Park
Three brand-new Padel courts have been opened today in Lichfield’s Beacon Park, giving residents and visitors the chance to enjoy this popular sport in the heart of the city.
15 Jul 2026
Next phase of former Debenhams development approved
We have approved the next phase of the redevelopment of the former Debenhams building, allowing work to continue on one of the district's most significant regeneration projects.