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New year, new bins, and maybe... snow? ❄️
New year, new bins, and maybe... snow? ❄️
Your weekend guide + weather, waste collection news and cycle path update
Chris Towland
Jan 8, 2026
All the Good Stuff Happening in Burton! Thursday 8th January 2026 |
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🎉 Happy New Year, Burton! 🥂
Welcome to the very first InBurton Insider of 2026 - and here’s hoping it’s a good one for all of us!
Things are still a little quiet across town this weekend as we ease out of that post-Christmas lull, but there’s still plenty going on if you fancy getting out and about. From quiz nights and karaoke to Northern Soul and salsa, there’s no excuse for staying in your slippers (unless you really want to).
Some highlights this week include the Burton Folk Club’s 60th Anniversary bash, the return of the Uttoxeter Antique & Vintage Fair, and a Dancing Winter Ball at the Town Hall if you're ready to swap your winter coat for your dancing shoes.
And next week? Things start to pick up again – with the much anticipated Annie musical arriving at The Brewhouse and a few more big events starting to pop back into the calendar.
Also in this week’s issue:
👇 Scroll on for everything happening in and around Burton this weekend...
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Alan Lowe Heating Services Limited |
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Cold Nights Are Here – Is Your Boiler Ready? 🥶
We’ve had our first taste of freezing nights in Burton, and with the heating firmly on now, it’s the perfect time to ask: is your boiler running as efficiently as it should be?
A clean and well-serviced boiler heats your home faster, uses less gas, and helps keep energy bills down – just what you need when the temperatures drop below zero.
If you haven’t had your boiler serviced recently, now’s the time. A quick check-up could mean the difference between a warm, cosy home and an unwanted breakdown during the coldest spell of the year.
Alan Lowe Heating Services has been keeping Burton homes warm for over 30 years. Gas Safe Registered and 5-star rated, Alan offers professional, affordable help with:
🔧 Trusted local expert
📞 Call Alan today on 0748 784 9022 for free advice or a no-obligation quote.
Don’t leave it until something goes wrong - give your boiler a bit of TLC now and stay warm all winter long.
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Next week at The Brewhouse |
Annie |
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🎭 The Sun’ll Come Out at The Brewhouse! ☀️
The Mellow Dramatics return to The Brewhouse next week with the much-loved musical Annie, running from Tuesday 13th to Saturday 17th January (7.30pm with a Saturday matinee at 2.30pm).
Set in 1930s New York, Annie follows the spirited orphan as she escapes Miss Hannigan’s orphanage and changes lives with her infectious optimism – including that of billionaire Oliver Warbucks.
Expect big laughs, big songs, and even bigger heart. With classics like Tomorrow and It’s the Hard-Knock Life, this is perfect feel-good theatre for all ages.
🎟️ Tickets £15 – call 01283 508100 or book online via the button below... |
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Thursday 8th January
☀️ Daytime Events Chair Exercise Class at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Friday 9th January
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly)
Moonshiners Duo at Belmont Services Club, Swadlincote ☀️ Daytime EventsAntique Collectors & Vintage Fair at Uttoxeter Racecourse
Karaoke & Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road (Weekly)
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The Midlands is on alert as Storm Goretti approaches, bringing what could be the most significant snowfall in two decades starting later today.
Meteorologists predict up to 30cm of snow in some areas, with strong winds near 40mph threatening drifting and reduced visibility.
A heavy snow band is forecast from Buxton to the M4 corridor, while central Midlands communities - including those near the Peak District - could see over 20cm.
Birmingham may receive anywhere from 4 to 12 inches, and even inland Wales, Northern England, and the Pennines are bracing for moderate accumulations.
Locally in Burton on Trent, forecasts remain uncertain, with past storms often falling short of predictions.
Residents are advised to prepare, but final snowfall amounts could hinge on minor shifts in the storm’s path.
If the heaviest snow arrives, Burton could wake up to a winter wonderland on Friday morning. Read More... |
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Burton residents will soon see a change in their recycling routine as East Staffordshire introduces a weekly food waste collection service from 30th March 2026.
Every household will get two new bins: a small silver kitchen caddy for food scraps indoors, and a larger green caddy for kerbside pickup, along with a starter roll of liners and clear instructions.
This move, required by the Environment Act 2021, aims to slash landfill waste and cut greenhouse gases, since food waste makes up nearly 43% of local grey bins.
Benefits include producing renewable energy and fertiliser, reducing council costs, and helping families save money by seeing how much food they waste.
The collection is free and easy: just fill your caddy, use the liners, and put it out on your regular bin day.
This change is set to make everyday recycling simpler and make Burton a greener community. Read More... |
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Work began on Monday on a major cycleway extension through Burton town centre, aiming to boost safety and convenience for walkers and cyclists.
Staffordshire County Council leads the £1.2 million project, which will build a new two-way cycle track along Borough Road, connecting Burton railway station with the Town Hall.
This marks the next phase of improving local active travel options, after last year’s Station Street cycleway completion.
The works include resurfacing pavements and roads, upgrading bus stops and traffic lights, and freshening up road markings.
Initial construction brings a road and lane closure near Derby Street and Borough Road, with diversions in place, but car park access remains from Derby Street.
The closure should last about two weeks as crews aim to minimise disruption.
Most funding comes from the Town Deal pot, with extra backing from Staffordshire County Council.
While leaders herald the project as a valuable asset, some locals question its necessity given the underused existing cycleway. Read More... |
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📅 Friday, 9th January 🌧️ 📅 Saturday, 10th January ❄️ 📅 Sunday, 11th January 🌬️ |
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With some of the highest pass rates in the Burton area, our friendly DVSA-approved instructors know exactly how to help you succeed.
Patient, professional, and encouraging, they’ll guide you every step of the way until you’re test-ready.
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Monday 12th January
Quiz Night at The Jinnie, Rolleston (Weekly)
Tuesday 13th January
Have Tea with a Pony at Scropton Horse Centre (Weekly)
Friday 16th January
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly)
Heaven Can Wait (Meat Loaf Tribute) at Burton Town Hall
☀️ Daytime Events Ceroc Dance Beginners Day at Burton Town Hall Burton Albion v Huddersfield Town at Pirelli Stadium
Karaoke & Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road (Weekly)
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Footman Podiatry in Stretton has quickly become a trusted name for local residents seeking expert foot and ankle care.
Founded by father-and-son duo Steve and Barney Foster, the clinic draws on over 40 years of NHS experience, offering advanced treatments in a welcoming, modern setting.
From routine nail care to complex musculoskeletal assessments and steroid injections, every patient is treated with genuine care and professionalism.
A core mission is to provide reassurance and clear explanations, empowering patients who may have struggled to find answers elsewhere.
All clinicians are fully degree-qualified, HCPC registered, and committed to continuous training, ensuring safe and effective treatment.
With its accessible, purpose-built clinic, Footman Podiatry stands out as a vital community resource for Stretton, Rolleston, Horninglow, and Burton-on-Trent, delivering relief and confidence to those facing foot pain. Read More... |
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Best regards, Chris Towland |
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Sadly, the man who invented unisex tennis matches has died. RIP Mick Stubbles. |