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Thursday 16th October 2025

🗓️ What’s On in Burton This Week

It might be getting cooler, but Burton’s not slowing down just yet — and this weekend is full steam ahead (literally). The Klondyke Steam Party rolls into Draycott with vintage engines, classic motors, and good old-fashioned charm - perfect for a proper family day out.

We’ve also got some important local news: a new 24/7 mental health text support service is now live across Staffordshire. If you’re having a tough time, help is now just a message away - no talking needed.

Elsewhere, there’s something for everyone: a Jobs Fair at the Town Hall, live music galore, MMA cage fighting, salsa dancing, Adele by candlelight, and even professional wrestling on Sunday. Plus, a cool and cloudy weather forecast, ideal for autumn markets, pub quizzes, or a night at the theatre.

👇 Scroll on for your full weekend lowdown.

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This Week Near Burton...

Klondyke Steam Party

🚂 Klondyke Steam Party Returns This Weekend!

Draycott in the Clay | Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th October | £6 Adults, Kids Go Free

Looking for a proper day out with a bit of old-school charm? The Klondyke Steam Party is back for 2025, bringing the hiss and puff of vintage steam engines to life just down the road in Draycott in the Clay.

Hosted by the North Staffs and Cheshire Traction Engine Club, it’s a brilliant mix of nostalgia, engineering, and good family fun. Expect to see a grand line-up of full-size and miniature steam engines, vintage cars, classic vehicles, and all sorts of mechanical marvels from days gone by.

🎟️ Details:
📍 Klondyke Mill, Draycott in the Clay
🕙 Gates open 10am both days
💷 £6 for adults – children 16 and under get in free

There’ll also be food and drink stalls, trade stands to browse, and entertainment to keep the whole family happy. Whether you're a steam buff or just fancy something a bit different this weekend, the Klondyke Steam Party is well worth the short trip out of town.

Steamy stuff - in the best way possible.

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Thursday 16th October

☀️ Daytime Events

Jobs Fair at Burton Town Hall
Chair Exercise Class at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)
Soul & Motown Afternoon Tea at Planters, Bretby Lane

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Murder: Staged at The Brewhouse
Salsa on Thursday at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)
Epic Smartphone Quiz Night at The Corner House (Weekly)
Quiz Night at The Albion, Shobnall Road (Weekly)
Open Mic at The Branston Arms, Branston Road

Friday 17th October

☀️ Daytime Events

Gents Day (& Oasis Tribute) at Uttoxeter Racecourse
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly)

🎸 Live Music
Ninebarrow (Folk duo) at The Brewhouse
Metal Marching Onto Burton at The Olde Royal Oak
Martin Gregory at The Tavern, Hatton
Tom Nicholson at Belmont Services Club, Swadlincote
Ruby Rich at The Brickmaker's Arms, Newton Solney
Freddie Mercury Tribute at Railway Inn, Swadlincote
Sarah-Kathleen at The Red Lion, Linton
April Davies at The Lamb, Newhall

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)

Karaoke at The Alfred, Derby Street
Ladies Night at Conkers

Saturday 18th October

☀️ Daytime Events
Burton Albion v Peterborough United at Pirelli Stadium
Klondyke Steam Party in Draycott in the Clay
Burton History Tours presents The Brief History of Burton
Halloween Market at The Octagon Centre
Autumn Fair at Immanuel Church,Stapenhill

🎸 Live Music
Music of John Williams by Burton Concert Band at The Brewhouse
Hometown Glory Candlelit Concert (Adele Tribute) at Burton Town Hall
Knight Kings at The Olde Royal Oak, Market Place
Clones at The Wyggeston, Calais Road
The Detroits at The Crown, Newhall
Karen Steele at The Alfred, Derby Street
Tru Cher at The Plough Inn, Horninglow Road North
Sarah Kathleen at The Navigation, Horninglow Road

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)

Karaoke Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road
Rage in a Cage (MMA) at Gresley Old Hall


Sunday 19th October

☀️ Daytime Events
Klondyke Steam Party in Draycott in the Clay
Barton Marina Artisan Market
Uttoxeter Racecourse Wedding Show
Professional American Wrestling at Marston's Sports & Social Club

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

🎸 Live Music

Matt Peach & Edd Saffell at The Tavern, Hatton
Cal White at The Monk's Bridge, Stretton
Lunar & The Groove at The Roebuck, Station Street

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Crumbs (Comedy Theatre) at Linton
Double Diamond Soul Club at Burton Caribbean Centre

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Simply text 07507 330605 to connect with trained responders day or night.

The initiative is led by the Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust and the North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust, reflecting the NHS’s commitment to expanding mental health access.

This service is ideal for those feeling anxious, out in public, or seeking fast, compassionate help without appointments.

For emergencies, always call 999 or reach NHS 111 for urgent care.

Help is just a text away - whenever you need it.

Friday, 17th October 🌤
Partly cloudy, occasional sun breaking through.
High of ~14 °C, overnight low ~8 °C.

Saturday, 18th October ☁
Mostly cloudy throughout the day.
High near ~14 °C, overnight low ~9 °C.

Sunday, 19th October 🌧
Clouds with a good chance of showers.
High ~14 °C, overnight low ~9 °C.

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Monday 20th October

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)

Quiz Night at The Jinnie, Rolleston (Weekly)
Film screening of Strikers! at The Brewhouse

Tuesday 21st October

☀️ Daytime Events
Communi-Tea (Make friends over a cuppa) at The Mill House, Stretton (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 22nd October

☀️ Daytime Events

Have Tea with a Pony at Scropton Horse Centre (Weekly)
Family Learning Festival at Burton Library

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Absinthe - The Brewhouse Cabaret at The Brewhouse
Quiz Night at The Mill House, Stretton (Weekly)
Speed Quiz at The Stanhope Arms (Weekly)
Interactive Event: Tree of Life - Shining Through the Seasons at Burton Rugby Club


Thursday 23rd October

☀️ Daytime Events

Chair Exercise Class at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Salsa on Thursday at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)
Epic Smartphone Quiz Night at The Corner House (Weekly)
Quiz Night at The Albion, Shobnall Road (Weekly)
Open Mic at The Branston Arms, Branston Road
Quiz Night at The Anglesey Arms, Sretton

Friday 24th October

☀️ Daytime Events

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

🎸 Live Music
The Bohemians - Queen's Greatest Hits at Burton Town Hall
Burton Folk Club Singaround at The Albion, Shobnall Road

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)

Open Mic at The Brewhouse
A Demonstration of Mediumship at The Brewhouse
Karaoke at The Alfred, Derby Street
The Ghost Stories of M R James at Barton Village Hall

Saturday 25th October

☀️ Daytime Events
CAMRA's 39th National Breweriana Auction at Burton Town Hall
Daytime Disco at Stretton Social Club, Beech Lane
Pumpkin Flower Workshop at Craythorne Farm Shop
The Orton and Spooner Story at Burton Library
Farmer's Market at Moira Furnace

🎸 Live Music
Sound & Vision: A David Bowie Tribute Show at The Brewhouse
WT Funk at Tower Brewery
Gun Money at Burton Banter, Hawkins Lane
The Sakatella Band at Marstons Sports & Social Club, Shobnall Road
Paul Tabor at The Navigation, Horninglow Road
The Best of Grohl at Mount Pleasant Inn, Swadlincote
LoopVox at The Bubble Inn, Coton in the Elms

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)

Bavarian Oompah Night at Conkers
Karaoke Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road
Furnace Fright Night at Moira Furnace


Sunday 26th October

☀️ Daytime Events

Sunday Afternoon Quiz at The Alfred, Derby Street (Weekly)
Kids Halloween Disco at Tutbury Club

🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Family Halloween Party at Stapenhill Football Club

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