Local insights
Tamworth & Lichfield local information
Our useful information pages can help provide insight into local healthcare, support, and activity groups or services available in the local areas surrounding Tamworth and Lichfield.
Getting out and about
Accessible outings and events to visit
Take a look at a few suggestions of places to visit which are accessible around Tamworth & Lichfield.
Take a look at a few suggestions of places to visit which are accessible around Tamworth & Lichfield.
Tamworth Castle & Castle Grounds
Tamworth Castle is situated in the heart of Tamworth overlooking the River Anker. Tamworth castle is surrounded by beautiful castle grounds including lots of walking trails, a playground for children and other activities such as tennis courts along with lots of picnic spots. You can step back in time through 900 years of history in Tamworth Castle. Wander the chambers and hallways of this unique building and get a real sense of how the Saxons, Normans, Tudors and Victorians spent their time in the castle.
Tamworth CastleLichfield Cathedral
Lichfield Cathedral is situated at the centre of Lichfield and welcomes visitors everyday. Lichfield Cathedral is the only medieval three-spired Cathedral in the UK, and is a treasured landmark in the heart of England. It is one of the oldest places of Christian worship, and the burial place of the great Anglo-Saxon missionary Bishop, St Chad.
Lichfield CathedralTamworth Street Market
Tamworth is an ancient market town and the market continues to this day being held on George Street, Market Street and St Editha’s Square in the heart of Tamworth town centre on Tuesday and Saturday each and every week, come rain or shine. Stalls include fresh produce, gifts, crafts, food and drink.
Tamworth MarketLichfield Garrick Theatre
Lichfield Garrick is a vibrant cultural hub in the heart of Lichfield. Our modern venue boasts two comfortable, well-equipped performance spaces: a 560-seat traditional Main Theatre, big enough to accommodate musicals, dance and major touring drama, but intimate enough to make it the perfect setting for comedy and music; plus a more flexible 150-seat Studio Theatre which hosts small-scale theatre, community events and cinema. The Garrick charity offers a diverse year-round program of the very best live entertainment, catering to a wide range of tastes and interests, and our team takes pride in ensuring there's always something for everyone.
Lichfield Garrick TheatreHelp & Advice
Local Support Groups & Helplines
These local support groups or helplines offer the much needed support for our customers and their caregivers as and when they may need it. Some offer befriending services to help combat loneliness while others are there 24 hours a day 7 days a week for a simple chat. Explore the resources available through these groups to find the support that best meets your needs.
These local support groups or helplines offer the much needed support for our customers and their caregivers as and when they may need it. Some offer befriending services to help combat loneliness while others are there 24 hours a day 7 days a week for a simple chat. Explore the resources available through these groups to find the support that best meets your needs.
Age UK
Age UK is the country's leading charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. We provide companionship, advice and support for older people who need it most. Age UK provide information and advice on anything financial, health and wellbeing, and care and support. Age UK also provide services such as The Silver Line Helpline, befriending services, day centres and even handyman services. Take a look at their page for more information and to find your local Age UK centre.
Age UKSamaritans
Samaritans is a registered charity aimed at providing emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope or at risk of suicide throughout the UK. The Samaritans provide a FREE telephone service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week so there is always someone there to talk to without any judgement or telling you what to do. Take a look at the Samaritans website to find out more and to see if they can help you if needed.
SamaritansMind
Mind is a mental health charity that provides support for people tackling various mental health issues. Local Minds support all local communities across England and Wales. Mind provide services such as supported housing, crisis helplines, drop in centres, employment schemes, counselling and befriending services. Take a look at Mind website to find your local Mind office.
MindAlzheimer's Society
At Alzheimer’s Society they are working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Alzheimer's Society do this by giving help to those living with dementia today, and providing hope for the future. Alzheimer's Society provide support and advice on many things such as financial issues, care and supporting someone living with Dementia, staying independent while living with Dementia and lots more. Take a look at the Alzheimer's Society's website for more information and to get in touch.
Alzheimer's Society