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Running throughout December and early January, the campaign provides easy-to-follow guidance on a wide range of seasonal safety topics. This includes home safety tips such as securing property, sheds and garages and using lights and decorations safely; personal safety advice for when residents are out shopping or celebrating; guidance on turning a smartphone into an emergency device; how to avoid unsafe toys or counterfeit gifts; practical cooking safety and important reminders about the dangers of drink driving.

Residents can also take part in the council’s festive Christmas Safety Quiz, with the chance to win a selection of brilliant prizes donated by amazing local businesses, including:

• £50 L’Uomo Menswear voucher
• Four tickets to “Cinderella” at Lichfield Garrick Theatre
• A Chef’s Table for Two (worth £220) at The Boat
• £25 voucher for The Dirty Cow
• £50 voucher and two bottles of gin from The Whippet Inn
• Two show tickets from The Hub at St Mary’s (spring/summer 2026)

Councillor Richard Cox, Cabinet Member for Community & Public Protection, said: 

“The festive season should be a time for celebration, but it’s also a period when risks can increase – from home security and online shopping scams to food safety, drink driving and personal safety on nights out.

“Our Stay Safe at Christmas campaign brings together free information and simple, practical advice to help residents enjoy the season with confidence. The Christmas Safety Quiz is a fun way to learn something useful and we’re grateful to our local businesses for offering some brilliant prizes.”

Cllr Richard Holland Cabinet Member for High Street & Economic Development commented: 

“I’m delighted that local businesses have come together to support this important campaign. Shopping, eating, and entertaining locally is one of the best ways to share the festive spirit and support our communities. Every pound spent in a local shop, café or market helps keep money circulating within the area – supporting local jobs, independent traders, and the character of our high streets. So, remember to think local first this Christmas.”

The campaign is supported by the Lichfield District Community Safety Partnership and is part of the district’s wider community safety approach that encourages residents to look out for friends, family and neighbours who may need extra help throughout the year.

Residents can enter online at the Stay Safe at Christmas web page.  Entries close at midnight on 4 January 2026.

For all festive safety tips, prize details and full terms and conditions, visit the Stay Safe at Christmas web page.