The Central Spire's purpose is to point people’s gaze towards God, the foundation of our faith and the reason for the construction of this ancient and sacred building.
The first spire at Lichfield Cathedral was built in the 1300s.
It was almost completely destroyed during the English Civil War.
The 17th century restoration of the Cathedral is depicted in a stained glass window found in the South Quire Aisle.
Restore a Grade 1 Listed Building
Craftspeople through the centuries have left their mark on the building: engravings, lead shapes, and more have been discovered and placed during each restoration work.
The project seeks to tell the story of the craftspeople who have worked on it over the last 800 years.
Demonstrations from modern craftspeople will give insight into the traditional techniques used to restore part of this Grade 1 listed building.
With no regular funding from the government, the Cathedral relies on the generosity of donors to meet its costs. The financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic has made this support more invaluable than ever. We also rely on hundreds of volunteers who give their time and skill day after day. Volunteers will be crucial in turning our plans into action.
This project has been made possible thanks to the generous support of organisations, trusts and individuals, including:
Edward Cadbury Trust, Garfield Weston Foundation, Golden Bottle Trust, Headley Trust, HS2 Community and Environment Fund, Julia and Hans Rausing Trust, Lichfield Conduit Land Trust, Lord Barnby's Foundation, Oakley Charitable Trust, Staffordshire Historic Churches Trust, Wolfson Foundation