Lichfield Markets

Lichfield Markets Lichfield's Market Square has been central to city life and historical events for almost a thousand years. "Woe to the Bloody City of Lichfield".

It has been the site of gruesome executions, happy celebrations and has been a key trading area of our historic city. The market began in 1153 when King Stephen granted the first Markets charter. In the 1550's, during the reign of 'bloody' Queen Mary, Thomas Hayward, John Goreway and Joyce Lewis were burnt at the stake on the Square. Then in 1612 Edward Wightman was convicted of heresy and burnt at the stake at the same location - the last person so to die in England. In 1651 George Fox, the Quaker, famously stood barefoot on the Market Square and denounced the city. The Market Square is overlooked by the house where Dr Johnson was born in 1709. Dr Johnson was the writer of the first authoritative English Dictionary and his house is now a public museum. Today the square is owned by Lichfield City Council and continues to be central to key events in the city. The thriving markets offer a wide range of quality merchandise and fresh produce from established traders. In February you can see the Mayor and the Sherriff take the first ride of the Shrovetide Fair. Each September the square plays host to a celebration of Samuel Johnson's birthday and every winter it is the central location of the Christmas lights switch-on festivities.

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Join us on Saturday 19 September to celebrate Samuel Johnson’s 317th birthday and the 125th anniversary of the Birthplace Museum. Mark the occasion with a slice of cake and enjoy a day filled with free activities for all ages.
Step back in time with engaging living-history demonstrations, where you can meet costumed characters from the past, including a Georgian cook showcasing what people ate in the 1700s. Watch a skilled calligrapher at work, then try your own hand with quill and ink in our Workroom, or explore the museum with our fun family trail.
The Museum and Bookshop are open daily, 10:30am - 4:30pm. The Museum is free to visit, donations are welcome.

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Hope you get well soon John

Lovely day on Lichfield Friday General Market today so come along and see your local Market Traders, they are here till ...
11/09/2026

Lovely day on Lichfield Friday General Market today so come along and see your local Market Traders, they are here till 4pm so plenty of time to grab some Quality goods and produce

Thank you all for your continued Custom and Support of Lichfield Markets

https://market.lichfield.gov.uk

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Market Street
Lichfield
WS136LH

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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+441543309855

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