We are excited to announce that the Brewhouse is also the venue for a Folk Day on Sat 28^th March with a superb collection of our floorsingers taking to the stage in the Brewhouse cafe area in the afternoon, plus a Shanty Workshop and Beginners Ceilidh Class in the Dance Studio upstairs. Admission is free and the bar will be open all afternoon. The event will be rounded off in the evening with one of the most popular acts to play the Club, The Willows! The Willows will make their return, re-forming after a decade’s absence in a special concert  https://www.brewhouse.co.uk/events/the-willows 

The Folk Club meets weekly and are Based at Marstons Social Club on Shobnall Road, Burton for our regular events, but use other venues where applicable between Sept and May. The meets usually alternating between Guestnights with Singarounds, where local musicians get together to share their songs and tunes. More details on all the usual social media and our websitewww.burtonfolkclub.org.uk 

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Founding member of Ocean Colour Scene Steve Cradock has added further dates to his solo tour, following unprecedented demand from fans.

Steve has added a raft of new dates to his Travellers Tunes tour in 2027, kicking off in Bude, Cornwall, in February, and concluding at London’s Union Chapel on April 25.

Steve kicked off his tour earlier this month, and has already sold-out many dates including two nights at Liverpool Philharmonic Music Room.

The tour has been complemented by Steve’s new book – also called Travellers Tunes, and looks back on his incredible career.

As a member of Ocean Colour Scene, Steve is responsible for some of the most distinctive riffs of the past 30 years. The man gave us The Riverboat Song, Hundred Mile High City, and The Day We Caught the Train, helping propel the band to double-platinum glory with Moseley Shoals.

Hundred Mile High City gained the band further fame, when it was used in Guy Richie’s most iconic film Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels in 1998.

OCS was founded in 1989 by Steve, Simon Fowler, Damon Michella, and Oscar Harrison in Solihull, West Midlands. They rose to fame during the height of the Brit rock renaissance, had five top 10 albums, and played in front of 250,000 people at Oasis’s seminal Knebworth Park gigs in 1996.

Cradock went on to establish himself further when he joined Paul Weller’s band in 1992, appearing on all his studio albums. He also joined the Iconic Ska band The Specials in 2014 until the death of Terry Hall in 2022.  In his debut tour, Steve will be playing and performing hits from the OCS songbook, highlights from his extensive solo career, and will also be discussing some of the topics his fans are most curious about.

Steve said: “I am having a brilliant time on the road right now and when the opportunity to do it all again next year [was discussed], I couldn’t refuse.”

Tickets go on sale at 10:00 on Friday, March 20, 2026. For more details go to Travellers Tunes – Brewhouse Arts Centre and Café Bar

Steve’s book Travellers Tunes is available now at https://www.awaywithmedia.com/buy-books/entertainment/steve-cradock-superluxe

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Whether you’re curious about design, media, writing, performance, or production, we’re here to help you kickstart your dream career or discover what it could be. We’ve teamed up with youth arts charity RicNic to deliver a week-long work experience programme this summer from Monday 6th July – Friday 10th July.

During this placement, young people will work alongside each other, meet and quiz industry professionals and shadow members of the Brewhouse team. RicNic will lead those on placement through a series of sessions that aim to develop career ambitions, whilst providing an insight into skills needed for the creative industries. Sessions will cover topics such as creative pathways, budget management, planning an event, marketing, and fundraising. At the end of the week, participants will create their own project and pitch this to a panel.

We’re currently accepting expressions of interest, which can be submitted via this online form.

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The safety of our colleagues, visitors and community is our priority. We will be contacting anyone who was due to attend tomorrow.

We’ll continue to monitor the situation closely and will keep people updated regarding Saturday’s opening hours. While we are closed, you can see all the fabulous show’s we’ve got planned this year and purchase tickets online 24/7 here.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support and we look forward to welcoming you back to the Brewhouse soon.

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The Brewhouse Arts Centre is set for an exciting Spring–Summer season, packed with live music, laugh-out-loud comedy, inspiring theatre, dance showcases and family favourites from January through to July. With a programme that blends professional touring shows, community talent and inclusive events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Live Music Highlights

Music lovers are truly spoilt for choice this season. From folk and blues to jazz, rock and nostalgia-filled tributes, the line-up includes The George Harrison Project, Martyn Joseph, Sam Sweeney Trio, Honey & The Bear, and The Classic Blues Show. Jazz fans can enjoy Much Ado About Jazz, while those in search of feel-good anthems can sing along with Legends of Motown, Neil Sands – At the Hop, The Eddie Cochran Show, The Counterfeit 70’s Show, and Roger Parkes – Piano Man. The season also celebrates local music-making with special shows to celebrate Burton Folk Club’s 60th Anniversary.

Comedy That Delivers the Laughs

Comedy takes centre stage with a strong mix of stand-up, character comedy and variety nights. This season welcomes some of the UK’s most popular comedians, including Angela Barnes, Ed Byrne, Andy Parsons, Alfie Moore, Justin Moorhouse, and Belgium science comedian Lieven Scheire. Our much-loved Brew-ha-ha House Comedy Nights return, offering evenings packed with top circuit acts, while nostalgic favourites like Just Like That! The Tommy Cooper Show bring classic comedy to life.

Theatre, Dance & Community Performance

The Brewhouse continues to showcase outstanding theatre and dance from both professional companies and local groups. Audiences can enjoy major productions including Cabaret Theatre Company’s My Fair Lady, Little Theatre Company’s Come From Away and The Vicar of Dibley.

Dance features strongly throughout the season, with performances from Viki Barker – Inspiration School of Dance, Stephanie Parrott Dance, CCC Dance and Fitness, Spotlight Dance, and Midland Youth Ballet, celebrating performers of all ages and abilities. Our programme also includes Inclusive Club Nights, ensuring everyone can enjoy a welcoming night out at the Brewhouse.

Family Fun for All Ages

Families are well catered for with a packed programme of feel-good entertainment. Highlights include BASE Panto – Goldilocks and the Three Bears, youth theatre productions such as Alice in Wonderland Jr, Beauty and the Beast Jr, and The Wizard of Oz, plus high-energy entertainment with LDN Wrestling – Live and Unleashed, alongside magical and imaginative performances such as The Curious Case of the Masqued Magician bringing comedy, magic and mystery to the stage.

With so much happening on stage and beyond, The Brewhouse Spring–Summer season promises memorable experiences for audiences of all ages.

Cinema, Workshops & Gallery

The Brewhouse offers plenty to enjoy beyond the main stage. Our cinema programme, presented as part of Spotlight on Staffordshire in partnership with Sonic Boom Music CIC, features a season of music-led films including Dreaming of You: The Making of The Coral, Searching for Sugarman, Sunshine on Leith and more. Screenings take place at 7pm, with tickets priced at £5.

We also run a wide range of weekly creative workshops for all ages and abilities. These include Adult Art Classes, Art Club (ages 7–11), a welcoming Women’s Art Group, and inclusive sessions such as Art Café and iDance for adults with additional needs and their carers. Families can enjoy Upbeat, our music and movement sessions for pre-schoolers, while ReBalance offers seated, dance-based movement for older people.

Our gallery spaces showcase local stories and talent throughout the season, with exhibitions from HMP Dovegate, a celebration of 60 years of Burton Folk Club, and work from the Burton Collaborative Arts Festival.

Full listings and tickets are available via The Brewhouse box office and website.

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The Brewhouse will be taking a little festive break from 1pm on Wednesday 24th December, and reopening at 9am on Monday 5th January.

While we’re away, you can still book tickets online 24/7, perfect for planning a treat for yourself or finding those last-minute Christmas gifts that guarantee smiles!

Next year’s line-up is already looking amazing, with Ed Byrne, Shaun Ryder, Joe Rooney’s Celebration of Father Ted, Angela Barnes, Andy Parson plus music, magic, family fun, workshops, and so much more!

We’d like to wish all our wonderful customers and supporters a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Thank you for making 2025 such a fantastic year, we can’t wait to welcome you back for an incredible 2026!

See you in the New Year for another season of unforgettable shows!

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Individuals are being given the chance to get their hands on one of 14 unique art sculptures next month as popular heritage art trail the Burton Barrel Roll comes to an end.

Celebrating heritage

The Burton Barrel Roll, which was held in Burton town centre for 10 weeks over the summer, attracted more than 31,000 visitors to the area, adding more than £600,000 to the local economy through additional spending in cafes, restaurants and shops.

Artists from across the UK hand painted 1.5m high 3D fibreglass beer barrels with bespoke designs celebrating the town’s heritage, environment and community as part of the trail which covered 4.4 miles of paths through the town centre.

Barrel roll auction date

Organisers, Making Trails, are now holding an auction at 7pm on Tuesday 22^nd October at The Brewhouse Arts Centre, in Union Street, Burton, to find forever homes for the unique artwork. All proceeds will go towards creating a permanent art installation in the town, leaving a lasting legacy of the event.

Tilley Bancroft, founder of Making Trails, said she hoped people would take the opportunity to secure a limited-edition piece of artwork celebrating the town’s longstanding connections with the brewing industry.

She said: “The Burton Barrel Roll has been our most popular trail yet with more than 31,000 visitors flocking to see the designs over the summer. It is now time to find the beautiful barrels forever homes.

“Hand painted by local artists and featuring unique designs they are the perfect opportunity for businesses or individuals to get their hands on a bespoke piece of artwork celebrating the very best of Burton.

“Successful bidders will not only be securing a unique 3D sculpture but helping to provide a lasting legacy for the town as the funds will go towards creating a new, permanent art installation in the town.”

Each of the 14 barrel sculptures have been hand painted by artists with designs including anything from famous local people and landmarks to hops, bees, biscuits and even outer space.

Boost to local economy

The Burton Barrel Roll is the third art sculpture trail by Making Trails held in the town since 2020. Attracting its largest number of visitors to date research from the event shows each visitor spending on average £20 in local shops and cafes providing a huge boost to the local economy as well.

Tickets for the Burton Barrel Roll Auction cost £25 and include a welcome reception with drinks and canapes as well as a lively trail quiz. Each barrel has a reserve price of £400.

Anyone interested in finding out more about the barrels and the upcoming auction can visit https://www.makingtrails.co.uk/items

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The season sees a packed line up of performances and activities for residents and visitors to enjoy, including the return of renowned local theatre company, the Babbling Vagabonds, with another magical Christmas production in December.

The family fun doesn’t end there, as One Tenth Human bring their Curious Investigators show to the Brewhouse on Monday 21st October. Plus, there’ll be the usual great range of workshops for children including Upbeat, Art Club and Youth Dance.

Comedy moments

If comedy is your thing, then you won’t be disappointed, with big names such as Andy Parsons (13th November), Rich Hall (14th November) and Ivo Graham (21st November) hitting the Brewhouse stage. Barbara Nice, Britain’s Got Talent finalist, will also be performing her new show, Fun! On 2nd November. Plus, the Brewhouse’s regular Comedy Clubs return with performances from top comedians touring the circuit today on 25th October.

Music highlights

Music fans will have plenty to fill their diaries with, with Melrose Quartet (4th October), Terence Blacker (10th October), Annie Duggan, Pete Oakley and Rob Hines (11th October), Fairport Convention (17th October), Granny’s Attic (20th November) and Neil Sands (3rd December) all performing. Plus, Riding the Low will be returning for a performance of their second album, Riding The Low Are Here To Help The Neighbourhood, on 26th October, following their sell-out gig last November. And if taking part is your thing, there’s even an Electronic Open Mic Night on 16th November!

The venue will also welcome Hancock’s Half Hour – The Lost TV Episodes, on 6th November, for an evening of classic comedy, and psychic medium David Maddock on 19th November.

The Brewhouse will also welcome back an extensive range of local amateur performances, including The Mellow Dramatics with Rock of Ages and Little Theatre Company with Nativity! The Musical.

For more details on all the shows, workshops and exhibitions and to book, visit What’s On – Brewhouse Arts Centre and Café Bar

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Designed by art trail specialists, Making Trails, Burton’s first 3D trail celebrates the importance of brewing with its impressive barrel design, whilst highlighting the lesser-known heritage points and places of interest in within the National Forest.

By downloading The Burton Barrel Roll App, or collecting a paper map from either The Brewhouse Arts Centre or Cooper Square Shopping Centre, visitors can explore the area, improve their local trivia knowledge, unlock the sculptures for special rewards and enjoy their day out as the move from sculpture to shops and eateries, vibrant green spaces and beautiful architecture.

Supported by the East Staffordshire Borough Council Ward Enhancement Fund, The Burton Barrel Roll aims to carry on its positive impact by using money raised from the sale of the barrels to further support public arts initiatives.

Cllr Paul Walker, cabinet member for Tourism and Cultural Development said “I am extremely proud of the work that our local artists, businesses and sponsors have achieved by creating this vibrant and engaging trail, one that not only showcases some of our rich heritage and hidden talents, but supports our local businesses and encourages people to visit our beautiful town”

The Burton Barrel Roll runs until 15th September and will end with a Barrel Rolling event on Shobnall fields for Cancer Research. For more information on the project and how you can get involved go to www.makingtrails.co.uk/burtonbarrelroll

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Our standard opening hours will be in place most of the time (Monday-Saturday, 9am-8pm), but there may be some days when we are closed for maintenance, training or other reasons. These dates are:

Saturday 20th July
Saturday 27th July
Saturday 3rd August
Saturday 10th August
Saturday 24th August

If you need to speak to anyone about this, or anything else Brewhouse related, call us on 01283 508 100 or visit us in centre.

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