Around and About

Explore the local area

We have put together a shortlist of the best places nearby to really get the most from your visit.

Places to Stay
Dining Out
Cafes
Places to Visit

Places to Stay

A short distance from the studio.

A boutique hotel in a Georgian House located in the heart of historic Lichfield.

A family run hotel in a Georgian coaching inn located in a great location in the centre of Lichfield.

Just around the corner from Beacon Park.

Places to Eat

Some nearby restaurant recommendations.

A local family-run country pub and restaurant. Friendly, informal and relaxed. Serving lunches and evening meals using locally sourced ingredients.

Upstairs by Tom Shepherd is Staffordshire's first, and only, One Michelin starred restaurant, located in the heart of Lichfield. Fine dining tasting menus by chef Tom Shepherd.

A classic country pub overlooking the village green.

Ingredient led restaurant in the Michelin Guide. With a range of delicious dishes to explore in a relaxed setting.

Cafes

Cafés nearby for light lunches

Serving hot and cold food.

A family-run, traditional bakery, established in 1893, located in the heart of historic Lichfield. High-quality bread, cakes, and pastries baked daily, plus a daily menu in the café.

Things to See and Do

Local attractions and landmarks to visit

The only medieval three-spired Cathedral in the UK, and is a treasured landmark in the heart of England. It is one of the oldest places of Christian worship, and the burial place of the great Anglo-Saxon missionary Bishop, St Chad.

Discover the many attractions in Lichfield, from Georgian museums including the Samuel Johnson Birthplace and Erasmus Darwin House, to the National Memorial Arboretum, and The Hub at St Mary's.

Staffordshire paradise: a rich blend of landscape, monuments, gardens and architecture, shaped by exploration and global encounters.

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Zoe Balcombe after attending The Art Hour

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Kate instills confidence in me with her quiet, practical and always encouraging advice. As very much a beginner I am always inspired to try new things by Kate’s enthusiasm and detailed explanations.

Lately on the on-line courses Kate is able to make it feel very interactive and interesting with a mixture of the class altogether doing exercises, working on our own pieces and also one-to-one time factored in for individual tuition.

Christine McAleavey

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Kate comes to lessons well-prepared and student-focused. During my time with her she has enabled me to gain more confidence in my work, to experiment, and to develop in my own way. This has been due to her empathy and patience, as well as her own deep knowledge and experience across disciplines.

Kris Felton

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Kate is an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher. I have found her thorough and creative planning of courses helpful. She has successfully introduced new ideas and skills, challenging students to move beyond their comfort zones. It is good that she encourages individuals to develop their own interests and interpretations of the chosen topics.

Christine Bainbridge

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Kate is a lively and exciting person to work with. She teaches with great enthusiasm, kindness and calmness. Her projects always draw out something in you that you didn't know you had!

Kate Tibbetts

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I have so enjoyed classes and individual tuition with Kate . She encourages and teaches in a very relaxed manner. I have wanted to get back to my art for many years. I now find myself absorbed in my new hobby .. using a variety of media 

Derek Wilson

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A very enjoyable experience with a very helpful tutor

Ashmolean museum student

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An excellent teacher and course

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