All the Good Stuff Happening in Burton!

Thursday 26th February 2026

📅 What’s On in Burton This Week

Welcome to your latest InBurton Insider - your weekly reminder that you never have to look far for something happening in this town.

This weekend alone brings everything from live rock ’n’ roll and collectors fairs to karaoke nights, a wedding fayre at Dovecliff Hall and bands playing everywhere from Hatton to Hawkins Lane. Whether you’re out for music, markets or a good old-fashioned quiz, Burton has you covered.

Beyond the events diary, we’ve got plenty of local updates too. There’s the £33 million investment plan approved for East Staffordshire, free books for children at Burton Library for World Book Day, and new plans that could see Winshill’s iconic Water Tower turned into a luxury home.

We also look at the changing room makeover at Meadowside Leisure Centre, the next chapter for the Old Brewery Quarter, and - as always - your weekend weather forecast.

So grab a brew, scroll on, and see what’s been happening (and what’s coming up) around Burton this week… 👇

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Next week in Burton...

Angst - Stand-up Comedy from Angela Barnes

Comedy fans, this one’s for you 🎤😂

Award-winning comedian Angela Barnes is bringing her brand new stand-up show Angst to The Brewhouse on Thursday 5th March at 7:30pm.

Known for appearances on Mock The Week, Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, Angela’s latest show promises stories of success, failure, questionable logic… and plenty of laughs along the way.

Described by The Guardian as “a gloriously down-to-earth, straight talking and extremely funny comic”, this looks set to be a brilliant night out.

Thursday 5th March at 7.30pm

Tickets £22 🎟️

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Thursday 26th February

🎸 Live Music
Thomas Heppell at The Deer Barn, Tatenhill
Sherburn Bartley Sanders at Burton Folk Club at Marston's Sports & Social Club

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Just Like That! The Tommy Cooper Show at The Brewhouse

 

Friday 27th February

☀️ Daytime Events

Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly)

🎸 Live Music

The Eddie Cochran Show at The Brewhouse
This Carpenters Masquerade at Burton Town Hall
Guy Melidoni at Marston's Sports & Social Club, Shobnall Road
Metal Marching Onto Burton at The Olde Royal Oak, Market Place
Martin Gregory at The Tavern, Hatton

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Karaoke Night at The Alfred, Derby Street (Weekly)
Murder Mystery Night at Burton Banter, Hawkins Lane
Charity Race Night at The Alfred, Derby Street
Ouija Board Evening at The Olde Royal Oak, Market Place
Singles Night at The Leopard, Tutbury
Macmillan Back to School Disco at The Mill House, Stretton


Saturday 28th February

☀️ Daytime Events
Spring Collectors Fair at Burton Town Hall
Uttoxeter Maker's Market at High Street, Uttoxeter
R&B Brunch at The Hangar, High Street

🎸 Live Music
Midnight Ember at Burton Banter, Hawkins Lane
The Above at Newhall Social Club
Georgie Music at Chesterfield Arms, Ashby Road
The Missing Diamonds at The Cooper's Tavern, Cross Street
Paul Smith at The Alfred, Derby Street
GSG at The Crown Inn, Newhall
Rainer at Rolleston Club
Milltown Revelry at The Wyggeston, Calais Road

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Karaoke & Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road (Weekly)
Alice in Wonderland Jr at The Brewhouse
Karaoke at The Navigation, Horninglow Road


Sunday 1st March

☀️ Daytime Events
Sunday Afternoon Quiz at The Alfred, Derby Street (Weekly)

The 5pm Club (Men's Walking Group) in Winshill (Weekly)
Wedding Fayre at Dovecliff Hall, Stretton

🎸 Live Music

The Modest at The Tavern, Hatton
Breaking Poynt at The Roebuck, Station Street
Carl North at The Coopers Tavern, Cross Street

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Meadowside Leisure Centre in Burton is undergoing a major refurbishment, with upgrades now underway in the changing village and nearby facilities.

Everyone Active, in partnership with East Staffordshire Borough Council, has launched the project following customer feedback requesting modern improvements.

The works will transform the existing changing areas, toilets, shower area, Changing Places room, and the teaching pool spectator space.

The project is set to last four to five weeks, with temporary adjustments for visitors.

Swimming lessons and general swim sessions will continue, though guests are asked to arrive “swim ready” to ease pressure on the facilities.

Some showers and toilets will close at later stages, but alternative changing options and accessible toilets will remain available.

With completion expected before spring, the centre promises a refreshed experience for families, swimmers, and fitness fans across the community.

Burton’s iconic Winshill Water Tower, standing tall since 1907 on Waterloo Clump, could soon be transformed from a historic utility to one of the borough's most unique homes.

Plans submitted to East Staffordshire Borough Council propose changing the disused water tower into a luxurious single residence, complete with a five-bedroom layout, en-suite dressing rooms, a home office, a lift, and a panoramic roof terrace overlooking Burton.

If approved, the scheme also includes demolishing outbuildings for an extension and a new garage.

While the tower no longer pumps water and now serves as a radio mast, it remains an enduring local landmark.

An ecology survey found no roosting bats on site, though checks will continue to ensure wildlife protection.

The future of this familiar structure now rests with the council’s decision, promising a new chapter for one of Burton’s most recognisable buildings.

East Staffordshire Borough Council has approved plans for over £33 million in investment as part of its 2026/27 budget, promising major improvements for Burton and the surrounding area.

Key highlights include £4.19 million in new service investment and a £33.7 million capital programme targeting long-term projects across the borough.

Residents will soon see a dedicated food waste collection service, backed by £873,000 in funding for new vehicles and equipment.

Burton Market Hall will benefit from £1.4 million for urgent roof repairs as regeneration work continues.

The council is earmarking £11.1 million for priorities such as the new Washlands Visitor Centre, and further funds for council building upgrades and Disabled Facilities Grants.

Support for vulnerable residents remains central, with over £3 million allocated for cost of living measures and more than £375,000 set aside for temporary accommodation.

This budget aims to strengthen local services while supporting regeneration and those most in need.

Burton Library is set to delight young readers and their families as it hosts World Book Day on Thursday, 5 March.

This annual celebration encourages children to discover the joy of reading, offering every child the chance to own a book for free.

For the third year running, Burton Library will be an official hub for free book giveaways, featuring 12 handpicked titles — including classics by Roald Dahl and Jamie Smart’s Bunny vs Monkey series.

Families can claim their books until Sunday, 15 March, while supplies last.

Hayley Coles of Staffordshire County Council hailed the initiative, highlighting the library’s role as a community hub and its commitment to inspiring young imaginations.

World Book Day also delivers £1 vouchers via schools for use in local bookshops.

Burton Library continues to shine as a welcoming center, supporting children’s love of stories and learning.

Work is set to start on Burton’s highly anticipated Old Brewery Quarter development, a landmark project aiming to breathe new life into the town centre while honoring its revered brewing heritage.

Seddon Construction will lead the first phase, following planning approval last autumn, with preparatory works kicking off this spring.

Early efforts include demolishing Trent House, Carling House Data Centre, and the adjacent Workshop, plus laying essential groundwork for future stages.

It may be an early step, but it signals bigger things ahead - from new cultural venues and leisure spaces to opportunities for learning and community use.

The scheme builds on recent regeneration around the Washlands and adds fresh momentum to wider efforts to strengthen Burton’s High Street.

By connecting historic brewery landmarks with modern public spaces, the Old Brewery Quarter aims to bring new energy to the town centre and encourage both residents and visitors to rediscover what makes Burton unique.

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Monday 2nd March

☀️ Daytime Events
The Monday Club - Remote working and networking at The Brewhouse Arts Centre (Weekly)

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)

Quiz Night at The Jinnie, Rolleston (Weekly)
Burton Phab Club at St Chad's Community Centre, Hunter Street (Weekly)

Tuesday 3rd March

☀️ Daytime Events
Communi-Tea (Make friends over a cuppa) at The Mill House, Stretton (Weekly)
Knit & Natter at McDonalds, Station Street (Weekly)

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
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 4th March

☀️ Daytime Events

BACT Extra Time Hub for over 55s at Pirelli Stadium (Weekly)
Have Tea with a Pony at Scropton Horse Centre (Weekly)

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Quiz Night at The Mill House, Stretton (Weekly)
Speed Quiz at The Stanhope Arms (Weekly)
Men's Support Group at Burton Fire Station, Moor Street (Weekly)

Thursday 5th March

☀️ Daytime Events
GeoAdventure Walk: Moira Furnace to Hicks Lodge

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Angst with Angela Barnes at The Brewhouse

 

Friday 6th March

☀️ Daytime Events

Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly)

🎸 Live Music

Don't Stop Believing at Belmont Services Club, Swadlincote
April Davies at The Navigation, Horninglow Road

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Karaoke Night at The Alfred, Derby Street (Weekly)
Psychic Event at Burton Gaol, Market Place
Brew-ha-ha House Comedy Club at The Brewhouse


Saturday 7th March

☀️ Daytime Events
Burton Albion v Stevenage at Pirelli Stadium
Scooter Fair & Parts Show at National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill
Drag Queen Bingo at The Queens Head, Swadlincote

🎸 Live Music
Blues Brothers Tribute at The Monk's Bridge, Stretton

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Karaoke & Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road (Weekly)


Sunday 8th March

☀️ Daytime Events
Sunday Afternoon Quiz at The Alfred, Derby Street (Weekly)

The 5pm Club (Men's Walking Group) in Winshill (Weekly)

🎸 Live Music

Anthony Ward at The Tavern, Hatton

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Wendy Haines Travel -
Where Personal Service Meets Global Adventure

If you’ve ever wondered whether using a local travel agent still makes sense in the age of online booking sites, this week’s feature might just change your mind.

I recently sat down with Wendy Haines of Wendy Haines Travel, based at the charming “Holiday Hut” in Craythorne Courtyard, Stretton, to hear how she’s spent over 35 years helping people turn travel dreams into unforgettable memories.

From beach weddings in Mauritius to honeymoons in Antarctica and even marriage proposals over the Masai Mara, Wendy has quite literally seen - and arranged - it all. But what really stood out to me wasn’t just the destinations. It was the level of personal care. When clients book with Wendy, they get her direct number. If something goes wrong while they’re away, she’s there. That peace of mind is something no comparison website can offer.

We also talked about the phenomenal success of Wendy’s Wanderers - her travel community for solo ladies. With over 1,100 members and multiple sell-out trips each year, it’s become far more than just holidays.

It’s friendships, confidence, laughter, and shared adventures across the globe - all starting right here in Burton.

Add in national industry awards, a growing team, and a deep commitment to supporting local charities and community groups, and it’s clear Wendy isn’t just booking holidays - she’s building something special.

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Chris Towland

I accidentally drank a bottle of invisible ink. Now I'm at Burton Hospital, waiting to be seen.