On the anniversary of the Climate Justice campaign, the festival Care for Creation - A Celebration takes place in the cathedral. From 7 to 14 October, there will be displays from national and local environmental groups and over 1,000 primary children will be taking part in workshops on an environmental theme. 

The exciting programme line-up includes: 

Saturday 13 October

Afternoon Seminar: 2 until 4pm. To download the seminar flyer please click here.

Lecture 1 from Professor Tim Gorringe, University of Exeter

Lecture 2 from Isabel Carter, Operation Noah

To book your places for you and your party at the Afternoon Seminar with Tim Gorringe and Isabel Carter at Lichfield Cathedral on Saturday 13 October, download this application form. Complete and return the form to Ruth Brooker, 1A Small Street, Walsall, WS1 3PR or email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For any queries please contact 01922 707864 (Monday or Wednesday).

Messy Church: 10.30am until 12 noon

On Saturday adults, children and families of all ages are invited to celebrate 'What a Wonderful World' at a special Mega Messy Church. This will be followed by a picnic lunch. Please bring some food to be enjoyed at the cathedral or Chapters Restaurant  and Coffee Shop will be open should you wish to buy food.

Please note that this is a family event and all children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is free but booking is essential as places are strictly limited. To confirm your place or for further details please contact Cerys Hughes, Messy Church Advisor on 01952 876752 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Sunday 14 October

The following day is the cathedral's Harvest and copies of liturgical materials being used at that service are available for inclusion in services in parishes.