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Lichfield’s Lingering Legends: Ghosts, Ghouls, and Grim History

Ghosts in the city of Lichfield
If you’ve ever wandered through Lichfield’s labyrinthine lanes, you may have felt it, the cold clutches of the city’s spooky history creeping up your spine. This Staffordshire city, known for its stunning cathedral and famous figures like Erasmus Darwin and Dr. Samuel Johnson, is also filled with frightful phantoms. From the haunted halls of Lichfield Gaol to the eerie shadows of Bird Street, every corner hides a chilling tale. As Halloween approaches, let's delve into the darker side of Lichfield, where ghosts, ghouls, and grim legends lurk in the shadows.

A Brief History of Lichfield

Situated in the heart of Staffordshire is the City of Lichfield, a small city known for its stories of martyrdom, medieval grandeur, and Georgian elegance. With a population of around 100,000 fantastic folk, it may not be a bustling metropolis,…