Lichfield Discovered

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  • The Happy Sinner

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    On 3rd July 1691, army surgeon Richard Cromwel was executed in Lichfield for murder. A publication featuring his final prayers and pre-execution speech was sold by Michael Johnson, the bookselling father of Samuel. As a bizarre bonus, the book entitled, ‘The Happy Sinner; or The Penitent Malefactor’, also included Cromwel’s legacy, in the form of…

  • History Evening: Mighty Mercia

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    Step into the age of Anglo-Saxon Mercia, when Lichfield and Tamworth were at the centre of the most powerful kingdom in England. This is a special extended evening, including three fascinating talks that will take you back to the Anglo-Saxon Age, when Tamworth & Lichfield stood together at the centre of all-powerful Mercia: Dr Morn…

  • Leomansley Discovered

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    Tickets for our free Leomansley Discovered walk at midday tomorrow (5th May 2025) are now available here on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1352182086019?aff=oddtdtcreator We’ll be sharing stories about the people and places of one of Lichfield’s loveliest areas and seeing if we can spot any of the flora and fauna that live in Leomansley. Look forward to seeing…