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The flood water in Museum Gardens has now subsided, but unfortunately it has left behind a significant amount of mud, silt and debris. Our team is working with Severn Trent on a clean-up plan, and the affected area will remain cordoned off until the work has been completed and it is safe to reopen.

The flooding has also caused some sections of concrete along the Park Run route to lift. With debris still to be cleared and further heavy rain forecast for Saturday, the organisers of Park Run have cancelled this Saturday's run to keep everyone safe.

The gates next to the Registry Office will remain closed, and we ask visitors to please avoid the cordoned-off area. The gates next to the café will remain open, although we will keep access under review over the coming days as we continue to monitor the weather and conditions in the park.

Thank you for bearing with us while we get Museum Gardens cleaned up and back to normal.

Our telephone lines are closed over the bank holiday weekend from 5pm on Friday 28 August to 9am on Tuesday 1 September. If you need help whilst we are closed, why not WhatsApp us on 01543 308171 and we'll get back to you on Tuesday. Alternatively, why not use our single form to book, apply for or report a local issue. If your query is urgent and it cannot wait until Tuesday, please contact our out of hours service on 0300 303 8234. If your bin/bag is due to be emptied on Monday, please put it out as our crews will be collecting as normal.

Lichfield Food & Drink Summer Festival

From Saturday 29 to Monday 31 August, enjoy three days of fantastic food, drink, entertainment and shopping, with more than 100 traders across the city centre.

Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park

Get ready for a magical evening under the stars as Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park returns for another unforgettable night of live music, entertainment, and celebration!

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.

Book your game now!

News and events

29 Jul 2026

Lichfield Food & Drink Summer Festival

Lichfield Food & Drink Summer Festival returns this August Bank Holiday weekend, from Saturday 29 to Monday 31 August, with more than 100 food and drink producers, street food traders, artisan makers and local businesses across the city centre.

26 Aug 2026

Appeal for information following fly-tipping incident in Alrewas

Environmental Protection Officers are appealing for help to identify an individual following a fly-tipping incident in Alrewas last month.

28 Aug 2026

Three new additions enhance Burntwood Park

Visitors to Burntwood Park can now enjoy a range of new facilities following the completion of three improvement projects designed to make the park more welcoming and inclusive for people of all ages.

20 Aug 2026

Council investment helps bring historic Lichfield Canal back to life

A major milestone has been reached in the restoration of the Lichfield Canal, as investment from Lichfield District Council helps turn decades of ambition and volunteer effort into visible progress.

27 Aug 2026

Five hospitality businesses complete energy-saving improvements with council funding

Five hospitality-focused businesses across Lichfield District have completed energy-saving improvements thanks to funding we have provided through the Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

19 Aug 2026

Vehicle seized after fly-tipper caught on camera

A vehicle has been seized by Lichfield District Council after a member of the public captured a fly-tipping incident on camera and reported it to the council.