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What's on in Burton: Showaddywaddy, sleighs & a surprise guest...
What's on in Burton: Showaddywaddy, sleighs & a surprise guest...
Fairs, gigs, Santa routes, festive markets—and where the famous knitter is popping up.
Chris Towland
Dec 4, 2025
All the Good Stuff Happening in Burton! Thursday 4th December 2025 |
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🎄 What’s On in Burton This Weekend 🎅
The festive season is shifting into top gear - and Burton is bursting with Christmas cheer this weekend, from sleigh bells and bazaars to brass bands and a brilliant line-up of live music.
🧶 Also happening on Saturday, there’s a cosy new addition to the town centre as a new wool shop opens on Market Place, with a special appearance from one of TV's star knitters. A nice little stop if you’re out browsing the markets or looking for gift ideas with a crafty twist.
🎪 You’ll also find Christmas fairs, markets and bazaars popping up all over - from Rosliston and Swadlincote to Uttoxeter and Guild Street- so there’s no shortage of mince pies, handmade gifts, and mulled wine to explore.
🎸 And the live music? Absolutely jam-packed. From Showaddywaddy at Burton Town Hall, to tribute bands, acoustic acts and indie favourites across pubs and clubs, the weekend soundtrack is sorted. Add in karaoke nights, discos, and even a festive wrestling match between Team Santa and Team Grinch, and your social calendar is pretty much written for you.
🅿️ Plus, there’s good news for shoppers: Burton’s Christmas parking is now free across town on selected days in December - perfect for anyone popping in for presents or simply soaking up the lights.
🕳️ We’ve also got an update on the 18,000 potholes filled across Staffordshire, the full route for Santa’s sleigh tours around Burton’s neighbourhoods, and your full 3-day weather forecast so you know when to pack the brolly.
👇 Scroll down to see everything happening near you this weekend…
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Crafty Attic, a new wool and haberdashery shop, is opening this weekend above Helen’s Bakehouse and Tearooms in Burton’s Market Place.
The creative hub launches on Saturday 6th December with a special visit from Channel 4’s Stephanie Thompson, a Derby entrepreneur and former contestant on The Game of Wool.
Stephanie will cut the ribbon at 1pm and offer advice and inspiration to guests from 12pm to 2pm.
Inside, shoppers will find quality yarns, threads, and sewing essentials as well as a local makers’ market, supporting independent creatives.
Crafty Attic is also leading a charity knitting campaign for neonatal units at Burton and Derby hospitals, inviting locals to knit and donate baby items.
This welcoming shop aims to become Burton’s go-to spot for crafters of all skill levels. Read More... |
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Thursday 4th December
Chair Exercise Class at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Friday 5th December
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly)
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music) Karaoke at The Olde Royal Oak, Market Place
Karaoke & Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road (Weekly)
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East Staffordshire Borough Council is bringing festive cheer by offering free parking in all Burton town centre car parks during the lead-up to Christmas.
Shoppers can park for free from 8am to 8pm on 6th, 13th, and 20th December at every ESBC-run car park in Burton.
This initiative gives residents an opportunity to pick up gifts, visit the market, or enjoy a seasonal treat while supporting local businesses.
With Christmas markets, late-night shopping, and special festive menus filling the town, there’s every reason to shop local, enjoy the holiday atmosphere, and leave parking worries behind in Burton. Read More... |
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Staffordshire’s road crews have tackled nearly 18,000 potholes since May, using the dry summer weather to repair surfaces across the county, including Burton.
Teams have also inspected close to 50,000 road gullies in preparation for the wet winter months ahead.
With the July addition of a second JCB Pothole Pro — a multifunctional machine — the county aims to accelerate repairs and clear the backlog before conditions worsen.
Cllr Patrick Allen, Cabinet Support Member for Highways North, emphasised the proactive approach, noting repairs will continue throughout winter despite the shift to gritting priorities.
Staffordshire County Council has also unveiled its Roadmap to a Better Highways Network, promising smarter repairs, new technology, and a push for fair government funding, aiming for smoother travel for residents throughout the year. Read More... |
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The much-loved Burton Santa Sleigh is back for 2025, lighting up streets across the town and surrounding villages.
Organized by dedicated volunteers from the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Burton Group, Santa and his sparkling sleigh will visit a different neighborhood each evening from late November through December.
Families can step outside, wave hello, and bask in the festive spirit as the sleigh winds through Stretton, Brizlincote Valley, Winshill, Hilton, Willington, Branston, Rolleston, Clays Lane, Stapenhill, Barton, and more.
Routes start after dark, typically from 5:30pm, and cover as many streets as possible each night.
Don’t forget your hats and gloves—this is a magical Burton tradition for children and grown-ups alike!
For the full list of routes and dates... Read More... |
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Monday 8th December
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music) Quiz Night at The Jinnie, Rolleston (Weekly)
Tuesday 9th December
Have Tea with a Pony at Scropton Horse Centre (Weekly)
Chair Exercise Class at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Friday 12th December
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly)
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music) Treasure Island at Linton Village Hall
Karaoke & Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road (Weekly)
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If you’ve ever craved a Chicken Tikka Rungpuri or a rich, comforting Butter Chicken from Jee-Ja-Jees, we’ve got good news… they’re back!
After more than 20 years as one of Burton’s best-loved Indian restaurants - and a two-year closure - Jee-Ja-Jees has officially reopened, this time as a high-quality takeaway and delivery service.
Still run by local favourite Anser Mahmood, they’re serving up the same award-winning flavours with a fresh new format.
👉 Click here to read the full story now and discover how to get your Jee-Ja-Jees fix tonight! |
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