Shrovetide Pancake Races - From Midday, Tuesday 4 March 2025

Published: 04 February 2025

Lichfield’s exciting Pancake Races are set to take place on Tuesday 4 March and spectators can expect to see all the usual races including Gents, Ladies, Mascots and Under 10’s. Participants will be on their marks as usual in Bore Street from 12 noon. 

The races will be followed by the traditional opening of the Shrovetide Fair on the Market Square by the Civic party, supported by Town Crier Adrian Holmes who will give a shout to mark the occasion.

We are also seeking local business sponsorship for the winner’s prizes of the Ladies, Men’s, Under 10’s and Mascot Race. All sponsors will be credited in press releases and on the day by the Town Crier. If you would like to sponsor the event please contact us on 01543 250011. 

All entrants must pre-register anytime up to 12 Noon on Friday 28 February.

No registrations will be accepted after that time.

For the children's race, the minimum age is six and the maximum age is 10.

If you wish to register, please complete the appropriate form below and return by email to civic@Lichfield.gov.uk

ADULT RACE ENTRY FORM

CHILDREN'S RACE ENTRY FORM

Postal address: Pancake Race Entries, Harriet Chatwin, Civic Officer, Lichfield City Council, Donegal House, Bore St, Lichfield WS13 6LU