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Council leader criticises Lichfield’s inclusion in tourism hall of shame
Written on 20 Mar, 2010 at 13:00 in News | viewed 56 times | 2 Comments
A survey which claimed Lichfield was one of the least popular cities in the UK has been called “misleading”. The response came from the Leader of Lichfield District Council Councillor David Smith after a study by Travelodge had placed the city... (Continue reading)
Lichfield Leisure Leagues football round-up
Written on 20 Mar, 2010 at 11:00 in Sport | viewed 30 times | 0 Comments
The Galacticos stated their intentions to go one step further in next seasons Lichfield Sunday six-a-side Premier Division, as they sealed runners up spot by inflicting a 3-2 defeat on champions Norfolk, who had wrapped up the title last week. Ram... (Continue reading)
Tour operators take a look around Lichfield
Written on 20 Mar, 2010 at 9:00 in News | viewed 46 times | 0 Comments
Tour operators have been exploring Lichfield to see what the city offers for visitors. The whistle-stop tour for the groups from the Wirral, Oxford and Essex, took in Lichfield Cathedral, Erasmus Darwin House, The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum and Lichfield Garrick. The busy... (Continue reading)
Staffordshire Hoard site near Lichfield to be investigated again
A field Lichfield where a unique collection of Anglo Saxon gold was discovered are to be searched once more. It has been confirmed that a team of archaeologists is to return to the site where the Staffordshire Hoard was found to... (Continue reading)
Burntwood Leisure Leagues football round-up
Written on 19 Mar, 2010 at 19:12 in Sport | viewed 47 times | 0 Comments
Young Guns continued to head the way in an extremely packed Burntwood Sunday six-a-side Premier Division following a narrow 1-0 defeat of FC Laser. Attack Of The Clowns are still hot on their heels as they saw off the challenge of... (Continue reading)
Cash boost to Lichfield groups helping older and vulnerable people
Written on 19 Mar, 2010 at 13:00 in News | viewed 89 times | 0 Comments
Community and volunteer groups in Lichfield are celebrating after receiving £12,500 to enable them to develop the support they give to older and vulnerable people. Cllr Matthew Ellis, Staffordshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Adults and Wellbeing, met with the organisations... (Continue reading)
City’s lowly position in tourism survey doesn’t surprise Lichfield MP
Written on 19 Mar, 2010 at 10:35 in News | viewed 138 times | 0 Comments
Lichfield’s MP admits he is not surprised by the fact Lichfield has been named as one of the least visited British cities. Michael Fabricant’s comments come in the wake of a survey of 5,000 people by Travelodge which saw Lichfield appear... (Continue reading)
Burntwood pub offers up land for allotments
Written on 19 Mar, 2010 at 10:30 in News | viewed 89 times | 0 Comments
A pub near Burntwood is offering people the chance to own an allotment. The Nelson is hoping to offer an unused field near the pub as part of the Landshare scheme. In an advert posted on the website of the Channel 4-backed... (Continue reading)
Burntwood footballers urged to wear rival shirts for Sport Relief
Written on 19 Mar, 2010 at 10:00 in Sport | viewed 107 times | 0 Comments
Footballers in Burntwood are being urged to do their bit for Sport Relief. Leisure Leagues – who run divisions at Burntwood Leisure Centre – are lending their backing to the BBC Radio 5 Live’s Shirt of Hurt scheme. The charitable initiative, thought... (Continue reading)
Burntwood groups urged to apply for a share of £195,000 funding pot
Projects in Burntwood could be set for a cash boost – thanks to a £195,000 funding point. The money has become available through Section 106 funding. This funding is made available when a large development gets the go-ahead in the district... (Continue reading)
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