Christmas should be a time for joy and celebration, but it’s also a time when accidents, thefts and avoidable risks can increase.
Whether you're out shopping or celebrating at home, a few simple precautions can help keep you, your loved ones and your belongings safe.
Enter our competition before Sunday 3 January 2027 to win a range of fantastic prizes from local businesses - our prizes are all about raising the profile of the amazing shops, restaurants, and businesses right here in the district - the places you can support instead of shopping online or heading further afield - to make a difference locally through your Christmas spending!
Think local this Christmas
Shopping, eating and entertaining locally is one of the best ways to share the festive spirit and support our communities. Every pound spent in a local shop, café or market helps keep money circulating within the area - supporting local jobs, independent traders, and the character of our high streets.
Lichfield District is bursting with fantastic places to shop, eat, and enjoy over the festive season. In Lichfield city centre, explore a mix of independent boutiques and award-winning venues, including:
- The Whippet Inn – a welcoming independent micropub specialising in real ales, ciders and craft beers from independent breweries. 21 Tamworth Street, Lichfield, WS13 6JP. Visit The Whippet Inn
- Lichfield Garrick Theatre – Lichfield’s theatre and community venue, bringing theatre, music, comedy, family entertainment and more to the city. Castle Dyke, Lichfield, WS13 6HR. Visit Lichfield Garrick Theatre
- National Remembrance Gardens – the UK’s year-round place to remember, set within 150 acres and home to more than 400 memorials. Croxall Road, Alrewas, Staffordshire, DE13 7AR. Visit the Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens
- Mangia Mangia – a family-run Italian deli celebrating authentic Italian food, seasonal ingredients and regional recipes. 25 Tamworth Street, Lichfield, WS13 6FL. Visit Mangia Mangia
- The Fabric Vault – a family-run independent fabric and haberdashery shop offering fabrics, sewing supplies, lessons and creative workshops. Tudor Row, Lichfield. Visit The Fabric Vault
- Beerbohm – Lichfield’s Belgian beer bar, with Belgian and continental beers alongside local ales, wines, spirits and cocktails. 19 Tamworth Street, Lichfield, WS13 6JP. Visit Beerbohm
Across the wider district, discover unique shopping and dining in Burntwood, Sankeys Corner, and Shenstone Village. Don’t miss Heart of the Country for artisan shops, local produce and festive finds, or make a stop at The Boat Inn at Wall Island for exceptional seasonal dining.
Every time you choose to shop, eat or experience something locally, you’re helping to strengthen our economy, support local jobs, and keep our towns thriving for everyone. For inspiration, event listings and a full guide to the best places to explore this festive season, visit Visit Lichfield.
