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Whatโ€™s On in Burton this week โ€“ fรชtes, festivals, and full-on sunshineโ€ฆ
Chris Towland

Chris Towland

Jun 19, 2025

All the Good Stuff Happening in Burton!

Thursday 19th June 2025

Trivia Questionโ“

Which old Burton company’s logo became the UK’s very first registered trademark in 1876?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

 

๐Ÿ‘‹ Welcome to this week’s InBurton Insider – and a big hello to all our new readers!

 

We’re now reaching over 2,400 locals every week across the Burton area - thank you for being part of it!

 

With the sun blazing and temperatures nudging 29°C this weekend, it’s officially perfect weather for a bit of everything - whether you're up for a lively fête, a chilled beer garden beverage, or just a wander along the canal with an ice cream in hand. Summer’s showing off, and so is Burton’s event calendar.

 

๐ŸŽ‰ This weekend’s events have a clear theme: community spirit and celebration. From village fêtes and food festivals to live music and local theatre, it’s all about getting outdoors, supporting local talent, and making the most of the sunshine.

 

Whether you're grooving to live bands at The Brewhouse, browsing stalls at the Barton Marina Open Day, stretching out at free park yoga, or catching a cabaret in a village hall, there's something for everyone -and we mean everyone.

 

Scroll down for the full guide to what’s on, and don’t forget your suncream!

 

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๐ŸŽญ Coming Next Week to The Brewhouse

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time

๐Ÿ“… Tuesday 24th – Saturday 28th June
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ £15 / £14 concessions | ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Ages 11+

 

The Little Theatre Company returns to the Brewhouse with The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time - a powerful and moving adaptation of Mark Haddon's bestselling novel.

 

Follow 15-year-old Christopher Boone, a maths whizz with a detective streak, as he investigates the mysterious death of his neighbour’s dog.

 

What begins as a search for answers soon becomes a journey of self-discovery as hidden secrets come to light.

 

Expect an emotional, thought-provoking night at the theatre.
๐Ÿ‘‰ Please note: contains mature themes.

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Note: You can click on most events to see more details of that event.

Thursday 19th June
โ˜€๏ธ Daytime Events
Baby Brunch Club at Branston Golf Club

๐ŸŒ™ Evening Events (other than live music)
Alrewas Dramatic Society presents: Birthday Club
Salsa on Thursday at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)
Epic Smartphone Quiz Night at The Corner House (Weekly)
Psychic Night One to One Readings at The Chesterfield Arms
Summer Ladies Night & Fashion Show at St Modwen's Primary School 
Karaoke Night at The Branston Arms


Friday 20th June

๐ŸŽธ Live Music
Gryphon at The Brewhouse
Sham Radio at Burton Banter
DnB & Jungle Allsorts at The Leopard Inn
Gary Haynes at The Crown, Stapenhill
April Davies at The Gate, Stanton

๐ŸŒ™ Evening Events (other than live music)

Alrewas Dramatic Society presents: Birthday Club
80s Night Pub DJ at The Crossing


Saturday 21st June

โ˜€๏ธ Daytime Events
Barton Marina Open Day
Uttoxeter Food Festival at High Street, Uttoxeter
Marchington Village Festival
Free Yoga in the Park at Newton Road Park
Swadlincote Pride 2025
Barton Village Fête and Music Festival in Barton
VETS Breakfast at The Albion
5-Mile Walk from Barton Marina
Family Open Day at Stretton Hall Nursing Home
Creative Art Workshop at Queen Street Community Centre
Summer Fayre & Dog Show at Ashe Hall, Etwall
Festival of Leisure in Church Gresley

๐ŸŽธ Live Music
The Nashville Sounds Experience at The Brewhouse
The Good Biscuits at Barton Village Fete
Murder of Crows at The Olde Royal Oak
Pancake Boy & Miss Shapen at The Jinnie, Rolleston
Velvet Asylum at The Wyggeston
Georgia Rose at South Stapenhill Social Club
Scotty & The Flowing Locks at The Crown, Stapenhill
The Incredible Skank Brothers at The Red Lion, Repton

๐ŸŒ™ Evening Events (other than live music)
Alrewas Dramatic Society presents: Birthday Club
Back to School Disco Party at The Anchor Inn, New Street
Cabaret Show at Stanton Village Hall


Sunday 22nd June

โ˜€๏ธ Daytime Events
Marchington Village Festival
Big Stone Gap at The Dog & Partridge, Marchington
Sunday Pub DJ at The Branston Arms


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Day Forecast High / Low (°C)
Friday 20 June Mainly cloudy and very warm 29° / 16°
Saturday 21 June Very warm with sunny spells and a slight chance of afternoon showers 29° / 17°
Sunday 22 June Breezy and warm with increasing cloud; possible afternoon shower 24° / 13°


๐ŸŒž Editor’s Note:

  • Friday: Very warm and a bit cloudy - great BBQ weather if you don’t mind a bit of haze.

  • Saturday: Still hot with sunshine on offer, but have a brolly handy just in case.

  • Sunday: A cooler finish to the weekend; still pleasant, but keep an eye on the sky if you're out and about.

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Monday 23rd June

๐ŸŒ™ Evening Events (other than live music)
Quiz Night at The Jinnie, Rolleston (Weekly)


Tuesday 24th June

โ˜€๏ธ Daytime Events
Communi-Tea (Make friends over a cuppa) at The Mill House, Stretton (Weekly)

๐ŸŒ™ Evening Events (other than live music)
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time at The Brewhouse
Quiz Night at The Sump (Weekly)
Quiz Night at The Crossing (Weekly)
Quiz Night at The Dragon, Willington (Weekly)
Communi-Tea (Make friends over a cuppa) at The Mill House, Stretton (Weekly)



Wednesday 25th June

โ˜€๏ธ Daytime Events
Have Tea with a Pony at Scropton Horse Centre (Weekly)

๐ŸŒ™ Evening Events (other than live music)
Quiz Night at The Mill House, Stretton (Weekly)
Speed Quiz at The Stanhope Arms (Weekly)
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time at The Brewhouse



Thursday 26th June

โ˜€๏ธ Daytime Events
Burton Volunteer Recruitment Fair at Burton College

๐ŸŒ™ Evening Events (other than live music)
Salsa on Thursday at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)
Epic Smartphone Quiz Night at The Corner House (Weekly)
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time at The Brewhouse
Karaoke Night at The Blacksmiths Arms, Branston


Friday 27th June

๐ŸŽธ Live Music
Songs for Summer from Friday Voices at Tutbury Church
Supersonic (Oasis Tribute) at Newhall Club
Connor Lee - Freddie Mercury Tribute at South Stapenhill Social Club
Glenny Vee at The Crown, Stapenhill

๐ŸŒ™ Evening Events (other than live music)

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time at The Brewhouse
Return to Oz at Linton Village Hall


Saturday 28th June

โ˜€๏ธ Daytime Events
Armed Forces Weekend at National Memorial Arboretum
Maker's Market in Uttoxeter
Saturday Afternoon Fever at Rolleston Club
Kids Summer Disco & Clubland Party at The Crown Inn, Yoxall

๐ŸŽธ Live Music
Paul Laine at South Stapenhill Social Club

๐ŸŒ™ Evening Events (other than live music)
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time at The Brewhouse

Return to Oz at Linton Village Hall
Wine and Tarot Party at Andrews Hair Lounge, New Street


Sunday 29th June

โ˜€๏ธ Daytime Events
Summer Cup Racing at Uttoxeter Racecourse
Armed Forces Weekend at National Memorial Arboretum
Summer Fayre at Amber Wood Car Home, Outwoods
Hawaiian Summer Party at Stapenhill FC

๐ŸŽธ Live Music
The Detroits at The Roebuck

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Many thanks for reading this week's Insider.

Best regards,

Chris Towland

My old Nan thought a cup of tea was the answer to everything. I think that's why she did so badly on Mastermind.

 
๐Ÿ’ก Answer to Trivia Question:

The UK's first registered trademark was Bass Brewery's red triangle 

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