All Events
Horizons
- Date
- 30th June 2008 7:30 pm - 2nd Aug 2008 9:30 pm
- Venue
- The Brewhouse - Bar/Bistro
An exhibition of paintings with photographs by Jennifer Blant, Paul Bowering and Andy Cole. The paintings range from abstract and semi-abstract to representational, exploring both the subtleties and the startling contrasts of colour and form, within urban, rural and island contexts. Not to be missed. Telephone 01283 508100.
In a Different Light
- Date
- 5th July 2008 7:30 pm - 9th Aug 2008 9:30 pm
- Venue
- The Brewhouse - Open Gallery
The human eye can only see certain colours but now infrared photography opens up a whole new spectrum. Now we can see things in a new light, an 'invisible light'. These unique and surreal images of local scenes can now be seen as never before. Captured by local photographer Alan Fernihough, they open a window on a parallel world intriguingly different to the one we usually see. Telephone 01283 508100.
The National Forest Maize Maze at Tatenhill
- Date
- 12th July 2008 10:30 am - 7th Sept 2008 6:00 pm
- Venue
- Postern House Farm, Tatenhill, Burton
You can have hours of fun at the National Forest Maize Maze & Fun Field - Confuse your mind and confound your feet with the new design for 2008. Admission price includes tractor & trailer rides, go-carts, the assault course and much much more. Refreshments available or bring your own picnic - A Great Day Out for All the Family! Don't forget the 'Moonlight Maze'- navigate your way around by torchlight. Every Saturday night from 23 August until end of September. Telephone 07812 333315
Burton Jazz Club
- Date
- 17th July 2008 7:30 pm - 25th Sept 2008
- Venue
- Marston's Social Club
Burton Jazz Club meets ever Thursday at Marstons Club. Doors open at 7.30pm; bands on at 8.30pm. July 17th - The Martinique Jazz Band; July 24th - Djangology with Ben Holder; July 31st - The Old Fashioned Love Band; August 7th - The Stackyard Stompers; August 14th - Jazz Pzazz; August 21st - Richard Leach's Clubhouse 5; August 28th - Swing Parade with Musti; September 4th - Bill Bailey's All Star celebrity Band; September 11th - Brian Carrick's Algiers Stompers; September 18th - Richard Leach's 7 Stars of Jazz; September 25th - Four in a Bar with Bobby Ludlum. Entrance £6.00-£7.00. Telephone 01283 760313.
Youth Dance Summer School '08
- Date
- 21st July 2008 10:00 am - 25th July 2008 3:00 pm
- Venue
- The Brewhouse
With the fantastic sell out success of last years summer school Arts East Staffs is planning an amazing week full of dance activity with some of the country's best dance artists. To register interest please call Gemma Roebuck on 07964 347971 or look out for summer school leaflet. Age 11+, Cost is £40.00.
East Staffordshire Ramblers Association
- Date
- 23rd July 2008 7:00 pm
- Venue
- Broughton Heath Golf Course Car Park
Join East Staffordshire Ramblers for this walk at Broughton Heath. Telephone Brian on 01283 740376.
English Summer Garden Party at Uttoxeter
- Date
- 24th July 2008 12:30 pm
- Venue
- Uttoxeter Racecourse
Relax and enjoy the English Summer Garden Party and all the 'old world charm' - sit back and pick the winners of the 6 races on offer! First race at 2.00pm; Entry from 12.30pm; Admission from £8.00. Telephone 01889 562561.
East Staffs Ramblers - 3 mile Hanbury Walk
- Date
- 25th July 2008 10:00 am
- Venue
- Hanbury Village Hall, Hanbury, Staffs
This 3 mile walk includes a visit to Fauld crater. Telephone 01283 543483.
Blue Cross Equine Centre Open Day
- Date
- 26th July 2008 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Venue
- The Blue Cross Equine Centre, Dovecliff Road, Rolleston on Dove
Come and see the fantastic work done by The Blue Cross Equine Charity, meet the staff and most importantly the Equine residents that live at the centre! The day will include Demonstrations, Stalls, Tombola, and Fun & Games - Refreshments will be available. FREE Entry. Telephone 0845 260 5505.
Three Shires Archery at Tutbury Castle
- Date
- 27th July 2008 10:00 am
- Venue
- Tutbury Castle
Watch combat and archery demonstrations, or try your skill at hitting the target. Plus children's battle! Entrance fee: Adult £4.50, Concession £4.00, Under 5's Free, Family £14.00. Telephone: 01283 812129.