The pretty UK city with 150 independent shops - 'underrated'

The pretty UK city with 150 independent shops is Lichfield, where visitors can explore more than 150 independent stores. The “Visit Lichfield” promotion highlights historic streets lined with boutiques, artisan gift shops, quirky bookshops, and locally made crafts that are not found on the high street. The article also points to Lichfield’s long heritage, noting that a cathedral has stood there for over 1,300 years, according to Tripadvisor. It adds that the city features several Georgian museums, including Dr Johnson’s birthplace and Erasmus Darwin’s House. Mentioning local reviews, it says recent development has encouraged plans to return, making it positioned as an ideal summer day trip.