Burton History Tours

29/12/2024

It's a lovely day for a walk!

Lost in the confusion of Blursday? Not sure what day of the week it is or what's happening?

Wondering what to do with yourself today?

Come join us for a guided tour of the Brief History of Burton. Leaving from outside the Burton Bridge Inn at midday!

19/12/2024

Burton History Tours podcast present the ‘Hoppy Valley’ Christmas special. We discuss the Victorian electric ice rink, skating on the Trent (below), Arctic Ale, 530 plus Christmases at the abbey, geese and a chap called Alwyn with a couple of hens.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6qz6YGTUQok0I7229Vp9GC?si=qfWPyeGHQx2ZYHqkwRaWdg&t=1

19/12/2024

20/11/2024

Come on down to Beeropolis for an afternoon of improvised guitar loops and a range of cask and craft beers and ciders. Perfect for a Sunday afternoon

15/11/2024

Last call for tomorrow’s Burton History Tour…

05/11/2024

Our tours are generating more and more interest in and around the town. We cover all aspects of Burton history, from its beginnings and its medieval roots, through its industrial development and brewing heritage to its lost pubs and place in the modern world.

Book one of the remaining two tours of the year below.

02/11/2024

The Cheese & Horse Fair was such a success the Burton Bridge Inn have even framed our horses! Definitely planning the second one now.

29/10/2024

Tonight! 19:00 at Burton Bridge Inn

BHT's first celebration of King John's Cheese & Horse Fair!

No actual horses to be brought in to the pub please.

Cheese is welcome - BYOC

11/10/2024

Interested in Burton history? You will be. Join us tomorrow for a two and a half hour history walk through the historical centre of the town… £15 buys you a new perspective on Burton and a souvenir guide book full of great photos and maps. We start and finish at The Burton Bridge Inn, so there’s plenty of opportunity for chat and questions afterwards.