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Pubs, Parsons and Prostitutes - The 3 P's of Lichfield

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Play at your pace 1.9 km Burntwood App-guided
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English

The experience

About this quest

Back in the 18th Century, a learned gentleman visited and declared that all there was in Lichfield was Pubs, Parsons and People. I would like to take you around and show you that there is much more to Lichfield than just those 3 Ps. There are PILGRIMAGE, PUNISHMENT, PARKS, POOLS, PLANES, POLITICIANS and much more.

Is this for you?

Who it's for

Visitors in Lichfield for the Cathedral or Samuel Johnson, and locals who think they know the city, will get the darker and funnier stories behind its streets: pilgrimage, punishment, old inns and the Guildhall prison cells. Couples and groups of friends can cover the 1.9 km route in about 75 minutes. Families with young children may want something else, since the tales of prostitutes and punishment are pitched at adults.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

    Starting at St Mary’s church, this walking tour will lead you round various parts of Lichfield highlighting the many P’s of the city. It should take about an hour and half, unless you decide to visit a coffee shop or pub enroute.

From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 1

    Open the app. You’re on your way.

    Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.

  2. 2

    Get outside. Follow your curiosity.

    Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.

  3. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

Your walk, at a glance

Burntwood

A · Start

Market St, Lichfield WS13 6LG

B · Finish

7 Baker's Ln, Lichfield WS13 6NF, UK

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

The people behind the adventure

Created by T Gilmore.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by T Gilmore

Good to know before you play

  • Hidden History
  • Minimum recommended age: 9+

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Where does the Lichfield history walk start and finish?
The walk is a loop. It starts at St Mary's Church and finishes at Boots Corner. Along the way it passes Stowe Pool, the Cathedral Close and Bishop's Palace, Dr Darwin's House, the King's Head and the George Inn, the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum and the Guildhall and Prison Cells.
How long does the walk take and how far is it?
Most players take about 75 minutes, including the walking and the puzzles at each stop. The route covers around 1.9 km through central Lichfield, from the church and the pools to the Cathedral, the old inns and the Guildhall.
Is it suitable for children?
The stories cover pubs, parsons, prostitutes and punishment, including the Guildhall prison cells, so the walk is aimed mainly at adults, couples and groups of friends. Older children with an interest in history may enjoy it, but it is not designed with young families in mind.
Do we need to book a time or pay to play as a group?
No booking is needed and the quest is free to play, so a group of friends can each follow along on their phones. Start whenever suits you; there is no guide and no group to meet.
Can we stop for a drink and carry on later?
Yes. You can pause the quest at any point and continue later, which is handy on a route that passes the King's Head and the George Inn. The app picks up where you left off.

Your next story starts outside.

Your next adventure is an app away.

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