Chris Towland
All the Good Stuff Happening in Burton! Thursday 17th September 2026 |
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📅 What’s On in Burton This Week
Hello and welcome to this week’s InBurton Insider.
There’s plenty happening around town this weekend, with live music, football, fairs, comedy and more to keep us occupied. Jekyll & Hyde is at The Brewhouse until Saturday - but don’t hang about, as this week is the only chance to see this iconic musical in town.
Elsewhere this week, we take a first look at the exciting plans to breathe new life into Tutbury Castle, including Sunday lunches, overnight stays, shepherd huts and even a possible castle slide. We’ve also got details of Staffordshire’s new Orange Button scheme, helping more people recognise when someone may be struggling and know how to offer support.
Plus, we’ve tracked down Burton’s cheapest petrol and diesel – although prices have unfortunately crept up again this week – alongside your weekend weather forecast and the latest Business Bites.
Right then, kettle on. Here’s what’s happening in and around Burton… |
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Bite-sized updates from the businesses that help make Burton tick.
💰 A Postcode Lottery Jackpot has brought a £1 million windfall to one lucky Burton street. One resident, who had two tickets, won £500,000, while two neighbours picked up £250,000 each. ⚽ Burton Albion suffered a 3-0 defeat away at Oxford United on Saturday. The Brewers held out until the closing stages, before Oxford scored all three goals in the final 15 minutes.
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Jekyll & Hyde at The Brewhouse This Week |
Jekyll & Hyde - THIS WEEK! 🖤
Dr Henry Jekyll is convinced that every person has two sides – one good, one evil.
And he's about to discover what happens when you set one of them free…
Jekyll & Hyde the Musical comes to The Brewhouse all this week, with powerful songs, big voices, a live orchestra and a gripping story of love, obsession and murder.
📍 The Brewhouse, Burton upon Trent
One man. Two identities. Which one will take control?
🎟️ Book online using the Book Tickets button below |
SKA-megeddon Burton |
26th Sept 26 is the date of the next SKA-megeddon Burton event at the Tower Brewery, Burton.
An evening of the best in Jamaican Ska, Rocksteady, Reggae & 2Tone. There’s also some great Mod tunes along with amazing Northern Soul.
Held twice a year at the brewery at Glensyl Way (DE14 1LX), just off the Wharf Rd, it’s a night of exciting foot stomping and non stop skanking from 7pm til 12:30/01:00am.
For more information, see our Facebook Group, or book your tickets now... |
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Note: You can click on most events to see more details of that event. |
Thursday 17th September 🌙 Evening Events (other than live music) Friday 18th September
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly) ☀️ Daytime Events
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Tutbury Castle is poised for an ambitious transformation, offering locals a chance to experience nearly 1,000 years of history in exciting new ways.
Hospitality group Bespoke Inns, known for beloved venues across the area, has unveiled plans for a new Castle Atrium hosting weddings, Sunday lunches, and community events - all while preserving the castle’s unique character.
Visitors can look forward to a modern café and grab-and-go outlet, The Muster, for ice cream treats.
Upcoming highlights include boutique castle accommodation, shepherd huts, seasonal camping, and a children’s play area - plus ambitious goals for permaculture gardens and biodiversity projects.
With a focus on local produce and community engagement, Bespoke aims to keep much of the castle open to the public, blending heritage with vibrant new experiences for families, food-lovers, and history buffs alike. Read More... |
A new mental health initiative, the Orange Button scheme, has launched in Staffordshire, aiming to empower local residents, organisations, and businesses to better support those struggling with mental health challenges.
Spearheaded by Staffordshire County Council, the scheme provides free online suicide awareness training for participants, who then receive an orange badge to signal they are ready to listen and help guide individuals toward professional support.
Launched in line with World Suicide Prevention Day, the programme seeks to create a visible, county-wide network of understanding people - not professional counsellors, but approachable allies equipped to offer a listening ear and direct support.
With around nine people a month dying by suicide in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, officials hope the scheme will foster open conversations and reduce the stigma around mental health, giving hope to those who need it most. Read More... |
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The cheapest petrol and diesel prices we’ve spotted in the Burton & Swadlincote area today. Prices can change quickly, so they may vary by the time you fill up.
⛽ Unleaded
Available at: 166.7p Bridge Garage - Midland Road, Swad, Morrisons Swad Most others are 178.9p or above
⛽ Diesel
Available at: 189.9p Morrisons Swad, Sainsbury's Swad
Spotted cheaper fuel locally? Let us know and we’ll include it in next week’s Burton Fuel Watch. |
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Monday 21st September
☀️ Daytime EventsThe Monday Club - Remote working and networking at The Brewhouse Arts Centre (Weekly) Quiz Night at The Jinnie, Rolleston (Weekly)
Tuesday 22nd September
🎸 Live Music English & Irish Traditional Music at The Alfred, Derby Street
BACT Extra Time Hub for over 55s at Pirelli Stadium (Weekly)
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music) Friday 25th September
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly) ☀️ Daytime Events
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That’s it for this week!
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Best regards, Chris Towland |
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Burton Police have confirmed that the man who fell into a Combine Harvester whilst trying to steal it, has now been bailed. |