Lichfield Book Crawl

Join fellow book lovers for a leisurely Book Crawl around the historic city of Lichfield. We'll explore bookshops, browse charity shops for bargain books, visit the birthplace museum of Samuel Johnson (known for his Dictionary) enjoy lunch together, and discover some of the city's literary gems.

A perfect day out for book lovers

Lichfield Book Crawl: A Day of Bookshops & Literary Heritage

Spend a relaxing day with fellow book lovers exploring Lichfield's bookshops, library and literary heritage. We'll travel from Bromsgrove to Lichfield, enjoy coffee, browse new and second-hand books, share lunch, and visit the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum before finishing with an optional cathedral walk.

Whether you're searching for your next great read or simply enjoying a day surrounded by book lovers this friendly book crawl is for you.

Timetable

09:03: Depart Bromsgrove by train

10:16: Arrive in Lichfield and walk into the city centre |

10:30 - 11:00 Starbucks (26a Baker's lane, Lichfield, Ws13 6NF) meeting point for others joining the crawl

11:00 - 12:45: Book Crawl

12:45 - 14:00: Lunch at Ego

14:00 - 15:30: Book Crawl

15:30 - 16:30 Optional Cathedral Walk or Coffee Stop

16:30 Depart Lichfield

Highlights

- Visit Waterstones

- Explore Lichfield Library

- Discover second-hand book shops

- Visit the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum

- Lunch with fellow readers

- Optional Cathedral walk

Please note: Food, drinks, museum entry fees (if applicable), and train tickets need to be purchased by the individual

Bring: Comfortable shoes, a tote bag for book purchases, and your reading recommendations!

📖 Happy book hunting!

Important Information

This is an informal, community-led social event rather than a professionally organised guided activity.

By attending, participants acknowledge that they do so at their own risk and are responsible for their own wellbeing, belongings, and travel arrangements. Attendees are expected to exercise reasonable care while visiting the locations in Lichfield.

The organiser accepts no liability for any loss, damage, injury, accident, or cancellation arising from participation in the event.