All the Good Stuff Happening in Burton!

Thursday 9th April 2026

📅 What’s On in Burton This Week

It’s been lovely to enjoy some proper warm spring weather in Burton over the past few days, and long may it continue.

There’s plenty happening around town as well. Burton Albion host AFC Wimbledon at the Pirelli Stadium on Saturday, while over at The Brewhouse, the superb musical Come From Away continues its run until Saturday evening.

There’s also another busy weekend of live music across Burton and the surrounding villages, alongside quizzes, karaoke and other evening events.

Drivers will also be pleased to hear that the A38 near Lichfield has now fully reopened following the recent HS2 works, meaning journeys south of Burton should now be back to normal.

And with a mild weekend ahead - with sunshine expected on Saturday in particular - it’s shaping up to be a great few days to get out and enjoy what’s happening around town.

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This week at The Brewhouse...

Come From Away

Little Theatre Company presents COME FROM AWAY

Coming to the Burton stage for the first time, Little Theatre Company are delighted to be bringing the Olivier award winning musical ‘Come from Away’ to the Brewhouse Arts Centre this Easter.

This heartfelt show takes you on a journey through the extraordinary stories lived by ordinary people in the days following the 9/11 attacks, celebrating humanity, compassion and the remarkable kindness shown by the people of Newfoundland to thousands of stranded airline passengers.

A cast of dozens is brought to life by sixteen local performers, capturing the spirit, humour and warmth that has resonated with audiences worldwide.

📅 Performances: Tuesday 7th to Saturday 11th April 2026

📍 Venue: The Brewhouse Arts Centre, Union Street, Burton Upon Trent DE14 1AA

🎟 Tickets: https://www.brewhouse.co.uk/events/come-from-away or by calling the box office on 01283 508100

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Thursday 9th April

🎸 Live Music

Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer at Burton Folk Club at Marston's Sports & Social Club, Shobnall Road

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Pub Quiz Night at The Horseshoe, Tatenhill (Weekly)
Come From Away at The Brewhouse

 

Friday 10th April

☀️ Daytime Events

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

🎸 Live Music

Ticket Two Ride at Belmont Services Club, Swadlincote
Jim Causley BCA at Burton Folk Club at Burton Caribbean Centre, Uxbridge Street

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Karaoke Night at The Alfred, Derby Street (Weekly)
Come From Away at The Brewhouse

Motown Night at Isabel's, Station Street


Saturday 11th April

☀️ Daytime Events
Burton Albion v AFC Wimbledon at Pirelli Stadium

🎸 Live Music
Blue John at Burton Banter, Hawkins Lane
Sarah Lou at The Alfred, Derby Streeet
Dr Spork at The Wyggy, Calais Road
Margo 'The Pocket Rocket' at The Burton Bridge Inn, Bridge Street
SKA-megeddon at Tower Brewery, Wharf Road
Sarah-Kathleen at The Crown Inn, Newhall
Rainer at The Sump, Newton Road

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Karaoke & Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road (Weekly)
Come From Away at The Brewhouse
Northern Soul Night at The Leopard, Tutbury


Sunday 12th April

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

🎸 Live Music

Samantha Potts at The Cooper's Tavern, Cross Street
Kenyon Tanner at The Alfred, Derby Street

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Burton drivers can celebrate as the A38 near Lichfield is now fully open in both directions, following a major closure for HS2 construction.

The busy stretch between Swinfen Island and Hilliard’s Cross reopened late Monday evening after 11 days of nonstop work, including over the Easter Bank Holiday.

This upgrade realigns the A38 onto a new road section, preparing for the future HS2 railway to pass beneath at Streethay.

For commuters between Burton, Lichfield, and Birmingham, normal travel can finally resume, ending nearly two weeks of frustrating diversions.

However, the northbound entry slip road at Streethay stays closed until October 2026 for further HS2 work, so signed diversions remain in place for some motorists.

National Highways thanked residents and drivers for their patience during this significant project.

The main A38 route is open again—welcome relief for Burton’s daily commuters.

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Monday 13th April

☀️ 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 14th April

☀️ 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 15th April

☀️ 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)
Burton Collaborative Arts Festival at The Brewhouse

Thursday 16th April

🎸 Live Music
Honey & The Bear at Burton Folk Club at The Brewhouse
Kiel Wilkinson at The Lamb Inn, Newhall

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Pub Quiz Night at The Horseshoe, Tatenhill (Weekly)

 

Friday 17th April

☀️ Daytime Events

Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly)
Plant Sale at The Potting Shed, Stapenhill Cemetary

🎸 Live Music
The Fast Trax at Belmont Services Club, Swadlincote
LoopVox at The Middle Bell, Barton

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Karaoke Night at The Alfred, Derby Street (Weekly)
Justin Moorhouse - The Greatest performance of My Life at The Brewhouse


Saturday 18th April

🎸 Live Music
90's Nostalgia at Tutbury Club
Matt Harper at Newhall Social Club
Frank Sinatra Tribute at Ice & Slice at The Kiln in Swadlincote
Sarah-Kathleen at The Monk's Bridge, Stretton

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Karaoke & Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road (Weekly)
Paranormal Event at Escape Time Burton, High Street
The Curious Case of the Masked Magician at The Brewhouse


Sunday 19th April

☀️ Daytime Events
Sunday Afternoon Quiz at The Alfred, Derby Street (Weekly)
23rd Burton Competitive Music Festival at The Brewhouse
Barton Marina Artisan Market

🎸 Live Music

The Franchise at The Roebuck, Station Street

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Guests enjoy fine dining without the fuss in a relaxed, contemporary space, with no rush or pressure to finish.

Andrea’s warm welcome and Dan’s kitchen expertise create an inviting experience that’s distinctly Burton.

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Best regards,

Chris Towland

At The Brewhouse last week I saw a magician who turned the entire audience into wind turbines. I immediately became a big fan!