Named local schemes and plans, with the responsible body and the latest stage established by the source checked. A proposal, funding announcement and completed project are different things.
Former Debenhams, Lichfield city centre
Former Debenhams cinema and leisure redevelopment
The empty department store is being converted into an Everyman cinema and hospitality space. Extra costs and ownership arrangements require council decisions.
Construction advanced; additional investment proposed · evidence dated 2026-07-06
Responsible body: Lichfield District Council and leisure operators
Progress, funding and source
The update says construction is advanced, followed by operator fit-out and an expected spring 2027 cinema opening. A proposed £5.56 million combines completion costs and acquiring full ownership; it is not recorded as an approved grant.
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- Unmapped: a verified current ward boundary or council ward statement is still needed.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Councillors to consider investment proposals for former Debenhams redevelopment →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Birmingham Road site between City Station and the centre
Birmingham Road Linear Park
A green walking route would connect the railway station, cinema, theatre and future homes, with seating and natural play spaces.
Design vision published; planning outcome unverified · evidence dated 2025-11-18
Responsible body: Lichfield District Council
Progress, funding and source
The council published a landscaped route around 23 metres wide and said planning permission would be sought in early 2026. This source does not confirm that later approval or construction.
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- Unmapped: a verified current ward boundary or council ward statement is still needed.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Our vision for new Linear Park is unveiled →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
