A cathedral city in Staffordshire, just north of Birmingham, Lichfield is known for its rich history. A random yet interesting fact, Lichfield is the birthplace of Samuel Johnson, who you'll probably know because of his work in compiling the Dictionary of the English Language. If you're interested in Johnson's past, you can learn more about it at his Birthplace Museum. The Lichfield Cathedral is also worth a visit, as the only medieval three-spired Cathedral in the UK. This grand piece of architecture plays a huge part in Lichfield's cultural present, too, hosting a great calendar of events and exhibitions throughout the year – spanning art, culture and science. With wonderful parks, museums and lots of independent shops, you can easily lose track of time in this century's old city.