Events

Reimagine What's Possible.

Join us at the Staffordshire & Stoke-On-Trent 2025 COP Conference, a free conference igniting positive change across the region.

Whether you’re a local community organisation, a dedicated policymaker, a concerned citizen or simply someone who dreams of a sustainable future, this is the platform to help make that difference. This is the second COP conference in an ambitious 10 year framework. There'll be updates on the last 12 months, and then focus on specific actions for the following year, working with a range of sectors, communities, local decision makers, influencers and those passionate to build local resilience and an equitable future for all.

This isn’t just a conference; it’s a movement and the next step in a 10 year ambition to create a place-based action plan and delivery mechanism for the region. Make your voice heard, join specific actions and help us to ensure accountability and impact through collaboration.

They day will feature a mixture of networking, stands, plenary sessions and workshops, Further details of the days running order to be announced, but tickets are now open for booking.

Don’t miss this opportunity to unleash your potential and be a catalyst for change! Book your free ticket today and let’s Celebrate the Possible, together.

Getting To the Cathedral:

By Bus: Lichfield, Burntwood and the district’s main villages are served by several bus companies who provide a range of services. We advise looking at route and timetable information before travelling. There is a helpful local journey planner on the West Midlands Travel website: https://journeyplanner.tfwm.org.uk/

By Train: There are two train stations in Lichfield; Lichfield City (10 minute walk to the Cathedral) and Lichfield Trent Valley (30-minute walk to the Cathedral). There are regular trains from Birmingham New Street to Lichfield City and to Lichfield Trent Valley.

General train enquiries: 08457 484950 or visit www.rail.co.uk

By Cycle: Lichfield is located on the National Route 54 of the National Cycle Network which runs from Stourport to Parsley Hay via Kidderminster, Dudley, Lichfield, Burton and Derby. There is a cycle rack located near the cafe and toilets in The Close (nearest the Dam Street entrance).

By Car: We are conveniently situated close to the main motorway network.
From the south: Leave the M42 at Junction 9, then take the A446. Follow the A38 to Lichfield and then follow signs for the city centre.

From the north: Leave the M6 at Junction 12. Follow the A38 to Lichfield, then follow signs for the city centre.

Parking in the Close is restricted to permit holders only. Please do not attempt to park in the Close as it is regularly patrolled, and parking tickets are issued to cars not displaying a valid Cathedral permit. There are a limited number of spaces at the west front for blue badge holders.

A number of car parks are available around the city, within walking distance. Lombard (Lower Level) car park is the closest long stay (5 minute walk to the Cathedral) For more information, and for details of other car parks, please click HERE